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How to Create a Photoshop Matte Effect

Soft shadows with faded light are a popular trend in the photo editing world. People enjoy the effect because it can bring about more details in the shade, or maybe just for the aesthetic. Regardless of the reason, let’s learn how to create a subtle and beautiful matte effect in Photoshop. Using just a few […]

How to Use Hard Light for Dramatic Portraits

It can be difficult in portrait photography to make your work stand out as unique. Especially in an era where smartphones and selfies have taken over, professional and hobbyist photographers need to find a way to make their work heighten cinematic drama or at least stand out from the photos we see every day. The […]