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How to Use Adjustment Layers in Photoshop for Tone Control

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: April 14, 2015

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In this video tutorial I demonstrate how to use adjustment layers to do non-destructive editing for tone control in your images. This is helpful to direct the viewers eye to the subject. The sample image file is provided for you to download and follow along with the tutorial.

Photography Challenge – Use Your Camera Daily

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: September 3, 2022

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This month’s photography challenge is to get you using your camera more often – daily in fact! In order to get past stumbling on the technical aspects of photography you need to become one with your camera. This challenge will help you do that!

30 Stunning Portraits to Inspire You

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: October 17, 2022

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This set of stunning portraits is purely for your enjoyment and inspiration. If you like people photography get some ideas and study the lighting – see which style you are most attracted to so you can develop your own photographic style.

New Photography Challenge – Portrait of a Friend or Neighbor

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: August 9, 2018

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This photography challenge series is a little different than others. It will make you push yourself to the boundaries of your comfort zone and get outside it to grow as a photographer. In this article we announce the winner from the printing challenge, and introduce the new one – photograph a friend or neighbor.

Are You Ready to Switch to a Mirrorless Camera?

by Darlene Hildebrandt | Last Updated: January 9, 2023

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I did it! I took the plunge and invested in my first mirrorless camera. Read more to find out what I chose and why, and watch a couple videos that might help you decide if mirrorless is the way to go, and which one might be best for you.

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