In this tutorial I cover how to use the Gradient Map adjustment layer to color correct photos and unify shadows, midtones, and highlights through multiple source layers.

In this tutorial I cover the differences between generating a smart object by duplication, and a smart object via copy with an example of how to speed up your workflow.

In this tutorial I cover how the quick use of a smart object can give you a more accurate bounding box when dealing with non-rasterized live text in Photoshop.

In this tutorial I cover how to use a simple "blur and smash" method in Photoshop to make more realistic shadows for your clipped out objects.

In this tutorial I cover how to mask an object that has become blurry due to the selective focus of a photograph with a shallow depth of field.

In this tutorial I cover how to use the Gradient Map adjustment layer to make some stunning and quick photo effects to give new life to boring photos.

In this tutorial I cover how to use warp effects in Photoshop the way you're used to doing them in Illustrator.

In this tutorial I cover why it is important to do all of your major photo manipulation tasks inside of your scaled smart objects instead of to their new native layer sizes.

In this tutorial I cover how to use the text frame options in InDesign to better establish rules for your document to prevent rework when the content changes. This can be very helpful to cut down on unnecessary rework.