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How I edit high contrast black and white photos (plus an editing video)

pay per click advertising I’ve fallen in love with high contrast black and white images. I can’t wait to share with you how I get this look! When converting to black and white, all images aren’t created equal. Certain images … Continue reading

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How I edit a high contrast photo in Lightroom

before after Every time I take a photo, I do my best to make sure the in camera image is a good as possible. This helps with how little I have to edit in post processing. However, sometimes, even if … Continue reading

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How to edit photos taken in less than ideal lighting

When it comes to post-processing, tricky lighting doesn’t have to be something to shy away from. Great moments happen regardless of the ‘optimal’ environment, and especially within documentary photography, we should learn to embrace all of it. However, before approaching … Continue reading

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Before and after: A lifestyle newborn edit in Lightroom

original photo after image My goal when photographing a newborn session is to make the best possible image in camera. Then, I enhance what’s already there during the editing process. My editing program of choice is Adobe Lightroom CC and … Continue reading

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How I edit backlit beach photos in Lightroom and Photoshop

Shooting at the beach in the summer is one of my favorite ways to capture summer memories for my family.  We are so fortunate to live within 4 miles of the beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline in Holland, Michigan. We often … Continue reading

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