Kevin Landwer-Johan
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How to Use the Lightroom Preset Settings (Step by Step)
Lightroom preset settings are a popular and simple way to post-process your photos. You can use them on individual images or during batch editing. This article will show you how to install, create, and use Lightroom Develop presets to improve your images. What Exactly Are Lightroom Preset Settings? Lightroom presets…
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What is Backlight Photography? (And How to Use It)
Backlighting in photography happens when the main light is behind your subject and facing the camera. Backlight photography can be challenging, especially if you are used to using the auto exposure modes on your camera. It’s easy to accidentally create an unpleasant exposure with a strong light behind your subject.…
By Kevin Landwer-Johan Photography

How to Make a Collage in Photoshop (Step by Step)
By now, most of us are familiar with the variety of collage apps online and on our smartphones. But do you ever wonder how to make a collage in Photoshop? It’s easier than you think and we’ll show you how to do it. Creating a Photo Collage in Photoshop: Step…
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How to Make a Watermark for Your Photos (3 Easy Ways)
You may be wondering, “How can I make a watermark for free?” Today, we guide you through making a watermark design in Canva for free. We also show you three easy ways to make a watermark or add one to a photo using Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom. Use a watermark…
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What is a Fill Light? (How to Use it for Portrait Lighting)
Have you ever tried taking a photo of someone and ended up with a silhouette, instead? Then it’s time for you to learn about using a fill light. As the name implies, it fills the dark areas with light, so you end up with a correctly exposed image. Want to…
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How to Change the Background Color in Photoshop (7 Steps)
Knowing how to change the background color in Photoshop is a great skill. And if you don’t know how to do that, we’re here to show you the step-by-step process. It takes some patience, but it’s so easy to do. So let’s get started! How to Change the Background…
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What is a Photomontage (And How to Make One)
Imagine a progression of time visible in a single photographic artwork. Visualise a picture depicting various points of view on one flat surface. Welcome to the photomontage. What Is a Photomontage? A photomontage is a series of individual photographs. You take several photos of one subject and arrange them together…
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7 Photoshoot Tips for the Most Successful Sessions
Are you about to go on a photoshoot? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned pro, there are some things you can do to make sure the shoot goes as smoothly as possible. Here are seven tips to help you get the most out of your session. 7.…
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How to Brighten Eyes in Lightroom (Enhance and Define)
One of the most common problems people have when editing their photos is how to brighten eyes in Lightroom. This can be a challenge, especially if the person’s eyes are dark or shadowed. But with a little know-how, it’s easy to brighten up those peepers and make them look their…
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What is EXIF Data – How to Find It, Use It or Remove It
Every digital photo has data about it included in the image file. This is what we call EXIF data. This information can show you the camera settings you used to take a specific photo. Knowing how to find it can help you see how these settings influenced the picture and…
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10 Ways to Get Paid to Travel and Take Photos
Travel photography jobs are not easy to come by, but anyone can get paid to travel and take photos. There are many ways to get paid to take pictures. Social media and stock photography are two of the most popular means. Here are 10 tips from travel photographers about how…
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How to Easily Use Soft Proofing in Lightroom
Soft proofing is an essential step in the photographic process, but it can be a little confusing to understand at first. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about soft proofing in Lightroom so that you can get the most accurate results from your photos. Camera,…
By Kevin Landwer-Johan Photography