Cut out a subject in GIMP with the Paths tool, remove the background, and clean the edges. Export a transparent PNG or place the cutout over another photo, while keeping an XCF project for later edits.

Ever had an image that didn’t look tack sharp at 100%? Don’t worry. It happens, and it’s normal. Luckily, you can learn how to enhance the sharpness of an image in post-processing. Sharpening an image is one of the basic things to learn when you want to start editing photos.…

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…

Knowing about exposure stacking is important if you want to create stunning daytime long exposures. Exposure stacking is a technique that allows you to combine multiple exposures into a single image, resulting in dramatically improved image quality. But mastering exposure stacking requires everything from choosing the best gear to getting…

Photoshop channels can be confusing. But it gets a lot simpler if you understand the science behind it. So this article breaks down all the channels in Photoshop for you. An image can have up to 56 channels! When you open an image in Adobe Photoshop, you see a grid…

Lens flare is a great way to add some extra visual interest to your photos, and it’s really easy to do in Photoshop. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to add lens flare using two different methods. So whether you want a subtle glow or something more dramatic, our…

The Quick Selection Tool in Photoshop is one of the most effective tools. With it, you can quickly and easily select any part of an image. But like all tools, the Quick Selection Tool has its own set of tricks and tips that can help you get even better results.…

The Patch tool helps eliminate pesky spots and marks on photos. Read on to find out where to find the Patch tool in Photoshop, and how to use it! Where to Find The Patch Tool in Photoshop You can find the Patch tool on the left-hand side menu. The shortcut…

Separate skin texture from color in Photoshop. Build the layers with the correct 8-bit or 16-bit settings, then make local repairs while preserving natural detail.

Knowing how to smooth skin in Photoshop is a good skill to know. Whether I’m taking portraits of models or photographing seniors, it’s my job to make my model look amazing. This includes retouching skin to remove blemishes and smooth out any imperfections. Many advanced retouchers of portrait, glamor, and…

There are a few different ways to blur the background in Photoshop, each with its own benefits and drawbacks. This tutorial uses layer masks and the Lens Blur filter to create a blurred background.…

The Orton Effect is a popular, artistic post-processing technique developed in the 1980s. The process is popular in landscape photography and creates a soft watercolor effect. In this article, we’ll show you how to create the dreamy effect in Photoshop and Lightroom. What Is the Orton Effect? The Orton Effect…