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The Difference Blend Mode in Photoshop
What's the Difference with the Difference Blend Mode? Over the last several years I have explored many of the blend modes in Photoshop for color grading, but I haven't touched on the Difference Blend Mode. A lot of what happens here on f.64 Academy is psycho targeted...
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7 Tips For Photographing Lightning
Last Saturday I received a notification on my phone that a severe thunderstorm was on the way. I initially thought, "Sweet! I can try and get some pictures of it!" However, the storms usually come so fast without me being prepared that by the time the lightning gets...
Use a Black and White Layer to Make Better Color Images
I was going through my tutorials and realized I have not shown one of my favorite go-to tricks to punch up the contrast in my color images. Surprisingly enough it requires the use of a Black and White Layer! One of the best ways to tell if your image could use a bit...
The Megapixel
I have heard many times in the past that the megapixel count of your camera is not necessarily important and that a 12 megapixel camera is perfect for most situations due to the common print sizes. I can certainly agree to an extent because for several years I owned a...
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f64 Academy’s Mission
It is our goal to bring you the finest Photoshop and Photography education. As the aperture (f.64) implies, we deliver tack sharp, clear and concise education with a transparent mindset free of agendas and secrets. As an Academy we distinguish ourselves as scholars called to a higher standard to continually innovate on the art of Photography. We pledge to leave no photographer of any skill level behind in the process!
f64 Academy Goals
We know it takes more than just a great knowledge of Photoshop to build your skills as a photographer. That is why f.64 Academy was created, to help teach you all the skills you need to grow your business, learn the finer points of photography and have fun doing it.
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No matter where you are in your photography journey there is something for you here at f.64 Academy. From Photoshop and Photography tips and tricks to gear reviews and Photography Business education it is our goal to make you one very well rounded Photographer.
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Each week you will get a fresh new tutorial, access to 200+ archived tutorials, dozens of Photoshop Actions and other tips and tricks to grow and succeed as a photographer.
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