Add Directional Light with Gradual Light Action

July 7, 2012 by 54 Comments

There are times when photographing subjects that the light is just not what you want or need, leaving one side of the image darker than suits you. In Lightroom, the graduated filter can quickly fix that but there isn’t anything like that available in Photoshop Elements (or Photoshop, but there is a grad filter in […]

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How to Use Eyelash Brushes in Photoshop {Elements}

June 29, 2012 by 18 Comments

Let me start this tutorial with a disclaimer: these brushes are NOT a necessity. I am not saying that everyone should use them on all pictures of women. These are useful at times and just plain fun at other times. That said, let the fun begin. 😉 Have you ever take a picture of a […]

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Enhancing Sunsets and Landscapes

June 27, 2012 by 7 Comments

A few weeks ago my friend Jenn from SuperJenn, emailed me and asked if I could give her some suggestions on how to edit a landscape shot she had captured. After seeing the image, I knew right away what I would do – emphasize the dreamy mist and beautiful sunset. Jenn loved the edit and […]

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A fun little DIY by Beckie

June 20, 2012 by 3 Comments

Written by Beckie of beckiegkengle.com I am a big fan of saving money! When I came across these cool little items called LensBling by BlackRapid (rear lens caps with lens-length identifiers on them), I knew I could make something very similar for a lot less money! And of course they would have my own personal […]

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