Discover how to use Photoshop's Generative Fill Tool to effortlessly expand and enhance your images.  This step-by-step guide walks you through extending your canvas, applying AI-generated content, and refining results using the Remove Tool for a polished finish. More ..read more

Pretty Presets & Actions congratulates our 2024 Photoshop Scholarship Winner!  See who won and find out how to apply for our next upcoming Photoshop Scholarship! More ..read more

Discover the art of smoke bomb photography with our comprehensive guide!  Learn about smoke bomb photoshoots, essential safety tips, equipment, and creative ideas to transform your images with vibrant colors and unique atmospheres. More ..read more

Are you ready to start your journey into boudoir photography?  This beginner's guide covers everything you need to know to create stunning, empowering images.  Learn essential tips on location, wardrobe, lighting, and editing to make your clients feel confident and celebrated in every shot! More ..read more

Discover the art of editing Night Sky photos in Lightroom with our step-by-step tutorial. Learn how to enhance your Milky Way shots using exposure correction, masking, color adjustments, & AI tools like dehaze and denoise. Perfect for amateurs and pros alike, our guide will help you create stunning astrophotography. More ..read more

Photoshop Workspace Basics For first-time users, Photoshop can seem overwhelming.  Unlike some other photo editing programs, it lacks easy-to-use sliders and one-click features.  However, Photoshop is highly customizable and logically organized.  Once you get past the initial impression, you'll quickly harness its powerful capabilities. In this article, we'll guide you through the Photoshop workspace, helping you navigate its features and tools.  Then, we'll provide a simple workflow to help you get started on your Photoshop editing journey.  Whether you're a begi ..read more

How to Rename a Lightroom Catalog Renaming the Lightroom Catalog is not something you will find yourself doing very often, but it's important to know how to do it correctly when you need to do it.  This quick tutorial will guide you through the essential steps, so make sure to take your time and follow each step carefully. Critical Reminder: DO NOT rename your catalog files while Lightroom is open. For a visual guide, check out our short video tutorial at the bottom of this post, which demonstrates how to change the Lightroom catalog name. Step 1. Find the Lightroom ..read more

What to Do If You See File Could Not Be Found in Lightroom Have you ever seen the "File Could Not Be Found" message in Lightroom, or noticed a folder with a question mark or a photo thumbnail with an exclamation mark?  These symbols indicate that Lightroom has lost track of your files. These icons appear because the files have been disconnected from Lightroom.  If you notice these symbols, it means your folders or photos are NO LONGER LINKED TO THE LIGHTROOM CATALOG. Understanding why this happens is essential to resolving the issue.  Several factors can cause this disconnecti ..read more

For Lightroom users seeking a more efficient workflow, there's a powerful feature that's often underutilized: Customizing the Lightroom toolbar. While not exactly a secret, many Lightroom users aren't aware of how to fully leverage this feature to streamline their workflow and significantly enhance their editing speed. Let's take a look at how to do this: How to Customize the Lightroom Toolbar Adobe does a great job in Lightroom and Photoshop in making the interface customizable, so you can tailor it to whatever works best for you.  One area that often gets over ..read more

Mastering Photo Organization in Lightroom In today's digital era, dominated by imagery, maintaining an organized photo library can be a challenge.  Whether you're a professional photographer or a hobbyist, chances are you're grappling with a growing collection of images in Lightroom. Fortunately, Lightroom offers a suite of powerful tools designed to simplify the process of organizing and managing your photos.  This guide will introduce you to these features, helping you streamline your workflow and keep your photo library in perfect order! 1. Using Stars and Flags Let's start with ..read more