I Changed My Noise Reduction Workflow – Here’s Why
Lately I've been getting a lot of questions about Noise Reduction and the software I've been using (and some changes to that software). So I figured I'd cover it in this week's video. Enjoy! Click here to find out more about DxO PureRaw (Link). You can use the code...
Photography Computer and Monitor Recommendations
Hi everyone! It's Black Friday / Cyber Monday 2025 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...
2026 Lightroom and Photoshop Calendar Templates
Hi all. Today I'm sharing my Free 2026 Calendar Templates. This year I've got four versions for you, plus 2 "All Months" templates as well. I've also included a video (it's in your download) that shows some layout ideas for Lightroom Classic and Photoshop. Enjoy!...
Are Generative Credits Getting Out of Control?
This week, my buddy Blake Rudis and I did a podcast talking about Adobe's Generative Credits and the changes we've seen to them. The podcast is at this link if you'd like to list, but it is over 30 minutes so I get that not every has the time or like's podcasts. So I...
Podcast: Adobe Gen Credits Are Starting to Feel Like Vegas Slot Machines
This time around Blake and Matt get together to chat about the topic of Adobe Generative Credits and some of the confusion (and even resentment) the whole concept is starting to cause. Keep in mind a podcast is for a certain type or person. For me, I only listen to...
I Had to Turn This Lightroom Classic Feature Off
Adobe released some new updates to Lightroom and Photoshop this week. One of the Lightroom Classic features is "Assisted Culling". While I think this is the future of organizing photos, it's just not something I'm interested in right now since it's mostly used for...
What’s New in Lightroom (October 2025 Update)
Adobe just released a new version of Lightroom Classic (we're up to version 15 now). We've got some new features like AI Culling, new masks, and some enhanced distraction removal tools. As usual, I've put together a video that shows you everything that's new. Enjoy!...
What’s New in Photoshop 2026 (October 2025 Update)
Hi there! This week is Adobe Max which is Adobe's big conference of the year. Along with that we get new software updates and new features, so I've put together a video for you outlining what's new in Photoshop and Adobe Camera Raw. Enjoy!...
What’s New in Lightroom Desktop
Adobe just released a new yearly update to Lightroom which puts us on Lightroom version 9. Keep in mind this video is on Lightroom (which is what I use), not Lightroom Classic. If you'd like to learn more about my switch to Lightroom from a couple of years ago, you...
Should You Worry About PPI (Pixels Per Inch)
This week I'm tackling a bit of a techie subject, but it's one that I keep getting questions on and one that I know a lot of you struggle with. Pixels Per Inch is a term that we use in Photoshop and Lightroom and many other programs. The problem is that a lot of...
Making Good Light Even Better with Lightroom or Photoshop
Hi there! I was editing some photos this week and came across a technique that I use often, but realized I hadn't done a tutorial on it. It's generally something I use when I have an area of good light in my photos and I want to make it even better by drawing more...
Which Photoshop Remove Tool is Best?
Hi there! This week, I set out to create a video to show you what "Remove" option is best in Photoshop. We have the Remove Tool in the toolbox (essentially a brush) - and then we have the Remove Button in the contextual taskbar (requires a selection first). Well, the...