Check out this new video showing how I edit a lovely Roman sunset in Aurora HDR.  Includes several tips, including how I got rid of the halos in the shot.  Enjoy!

I created this new video showing the difference between Split Toning and Split Color Warmth.  I show how each work on 3 different images just so you can get a good feel for it.  Enjoy!

Today I show you how I created a stunning evening photo with the Milky Way overhead from a flat, boring sunset shot.  It's a quick video but I think you are going to like this!

I created a free workspace in Luminar called Monochrome Magic.  Download and experiment with your own monochrome creations!  Check out my demo video too!

Take a boring Summer photo and quickly change it to look like Autumn, using Luminar from Macphun.  Quick and easy, and there's a video to show you how!

There are a TON of great filters in Luminar, and I definitely have my favorites.  Today I list 5 that I love that you might have overlooked.  Try these out on your images and see how it works for you!

Are you curious about luminosity masking in Aurora HDR 2017?  It's new and improved, and it can significantly up-level your editing skills.  Dive in for some tips and tricks!

It's a preset party!  I take a single photo and show it with 28 different presets from Luminar.  Hopefully this gives you an idea about just how versatile this new product really is!

I'm normally a "big color" type of photographer, but I have been exploring a new creative path with black and white photography, and have both learned a lot and changed my mind about monochromes.  It's all due to my recent use of Tonality by Macphun - and here are 10 examples of the same photo that show you just how versatile monochrome photography can be.

If you are interested in learning about luminosity masking in Aurora HDR, then this is for you.  Read on to see how easy it is and how impactful it can be to your photos!

I have created what I believe to be the most comprehensive Aurora HDR tutorial on the web.  I spent weeks writing it up and I include many tips and tricks that I have learned through hard-won experience.  Dive in and see for yourself!

Today I share a video that demonstrates how I edit fireworks photos using Aurora HDR.  Sure, Aurora is called an "HDR" product but it's fabulous for single long exposures, too!

I created a new series on my YouTube channel called "5 Minute HDR".  Yes, it shows how I create a beautiful HDR image in 5 minutes or less using Aurora HDR.  Seem impossible?  It's not.  Read on and then watch the videos!  

Today I announce a new series on my YouTube channel called "Making the photograph", wherein I walk through the edit process of a photo and share all my tips while I work.  It's fun!  This post is the text version of that first video - have a look and let me know if you have any questions!

Today I share some images from London that I have converted to black and white.  I love big colors, but I have to admit that using Tonality from Macphun has caused me to seriously reconsider my "color only" history.  Take a look and let me know your thoughts!  I think you will enjoy this!

Today I am going to walk you through my step-by-step process for creating this dramatic, almost moody waterfall image.  I use Aurora HDR Pro as well as Snapheal - both from Macphun - and show you the exact methods I use to stack presets to achieve the finished product.  Dive in!

Today I share a tutorial on using Aurora HDR Pro to replace a boring sky with a much more interesting and dramatic one.  It's something people have done in Photoshop for years, but did you know you can do it in Aurora HDR?  You can, and it's quick and easy.  Follow along!

As you know from previous posts here, I am absolutely LOVING Aurora HDR Pro.  Each time I sit down and edit images, I am coming up with new and interesting things to try out with Aurora.  Today, I explore using selective colorization techniques to create new and exciting end results.  Dive in and enjoy!

Today I take a photo from Copenhagen and walk you through my workflow for creating this HDR.  I use Aurora HDR Pro and create several layers in order to apply presets and selectively target them to specific parts of the photo.  It may sound complicated, but it's easy!  Join the fun!

Today I delve into my love of iPhoneography with a review of a new lens kit for the iPhone.  It's made by MPJ and includes a zoom lens, a fisheye, a wide angle and a macro - it's a lot of great stuff.  Take a look and let me know if you have any questions!