Portrait Photography How To

We occasionally hear from Shutterbug readers, requesting that we post image-editing tutorials for those just getting started. If you're new to post-processing, the quick Photoshop tutorial below is just what you need.

Whether you prefer portraiture, macro, or tabletop photography, it’s nice to have a choice of backdrops to make your images stand out. Unfortunately, many of us shoot against a plain wall because we can’t afford to invest in backdrops of various colors.

One of the most difficult tasks when editing portrait photos is making a precise selection of a model’s hair. This becomes doubly challenging if you intend to move the subject to a different background.

There are a number of reasons to remove an object from an image. Sometimes the goal it to get rid of a distracting element, while other times you may want to move a key subject to a totally different photo. Or perhaps you’re creating a special effect.

If you’re looking for a way to create portraits with a unique vibrant look, check out this Photoshop tutorial explaining how to colorize images in Photoshop.

If you're unfamiliar with Photoshop's easy-to use Adjustment Layer Presets you're missing out on a method for quickly improving your images. This tutorial from the Photoshop Essentials YouTube channel explains everything you need to know so you can start taking advantage of this method today..

Most of us have shoeboxes full of old family photos, many of which have scratches, creases, faded colors, and other unsightly problems. Rehabilitating these precious memories has always been a difficult and time-consuming task—until now!