
Photography Computer and Monitor Recommendations
Hi everyone! It's Black Friday / Cyber Monday 2023 weekend here. I always get a lot of questions from people on which computer, laptop, monitor and hard drives they should get. So I thought I'd write down a few general thoughts and update this as time goes on. I...
Please Take a Breath on This Whole Lightroom Thing
A couple of weeks ago, Brian Matiash and I recorded a podcast where we talked about the future of Lightroom Classic. In that podcast, Brian said he thought it would go away within 5 years. I said, I thought we'd be fine for at least another 7-10 years. Brian is a good...
Is Photography Art or Not? (Frame of Mind Episode 8)
Hey there! I just released Episode 8 of my Frame of Mind Photography Podcast. Episode 8 Topic – Is Photography an Art or Not? In Episode 8, Blake Rudis joined me once again. This week, we chat about something Blake and I have been arguing about for years. Is...

Lightroom and Photoshop 2024 Calendar Templates
Happy Thanksgiving Week! The 2024 Calendar Templates are now available. All the info you'll need as well as download links and a tutorial are below. Click here to download all of the individual months, along with a tutorial video. Please Read Below... as I won't...
What’s the Future of Lightroom (Podcast Episode 7)
Hey there! I just released Episode 7 of my Frame of Mind Photography Podcast. Episode 7 Topic – What's the Future of Lightroom? In Episode 7, Brian Matiash has joined me once again. This week, we give our thoughts on what the future of Lightroom may be. We talk about...

Start to Finish Edit: Lightroom Beach Scene Photo Makeover
This week I thought I'd share a full photo edit from start to finish in Lightroom. Don't forget that you can use the same tools in Photoshop's Camera Raw or even the Lightroom "cloud" version. Links Mentioned in Video: No Light, No Problem Course: (Click Here) 3 Ways...

First Thoughts on the New Sony 300mm f/2.8 Lens
I recently go to test out the Sony 300mm f/2.8 lens a few weeks before it was released. Sony usually reaches out to photographers to try out equipment before it gets announced, so I thought I'd write a little about the experience and share some photos so you can see...
My Favorite Lightroom and Photoshop Masking Tips
The masking tools in Lightroom and Camera Raw are some of my favorites which is why I love shortcuts and tips that help me use them easier and faster. Enjoy! My Wildlife and Landscape Presets - CLICK HERE My Portrait Masking System - CLICK HERE...
Best Investments for Your Photography (Podcast Episode 6)
Hi all. I just released Episode 6 of my Frame of Mind Photography Podcast. Episode 6 Topic – Best Investments for Your Photography In Episode 6, Blake Rudis from f64 Academy joins me again. This week, we give our thoughts on some of the best investments in Photography...
You Never Know Who You’re Getting Advice From
I wanted to share a story with you that just happened and something that's really important to think about when you're getting tips, advice and suggestions from people. IMPORTANT NOTE: The comments are already taking a tone of sticking up for me, etc... And I REALLY...

Adobe Max Week (Frame of Mind Podcast Episode 5)
Hi all. There’s a new podcast episode that I just released. Don't forget, there are 3 episodes so far: Episode 1: Beware of Photography AdviceEpisode 2: Deleting Photos is Good for the SoulEpisode 3: Is AI Killing Photoshop?Episode 4: Adobe Pricing Changes Also, if...

3 Ways to Save Money with Photoshop AI
The Generative Fill feature in Photoshop can be used for a lot of things. Removing distractions, removing people, adding things to the photo to just name a few. But one thing that gets overlooked is that it can actually save you money depending on what you do with...