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Photo Editing Software

There are tons of photo editing software choices. Which one you select is a very personal decision and should be based on what you photograph, how you work (workflow), your personal preference, and finally your budget.

Yesterday, I had lunch with some photographer friends. During our conversation the topic of software briefly arose. Everyone there, but me, shoots weddings so we all had very different opinions of what works best. It’s a topic that is debated regularly in photographic circles and when you get past all of the techno-speak, it really boils down to what works best for you.

Look for software that allows you to download a free trial version. Most trials downloads are only good for a limited amount of time, so once you install it, make sure you can devote some time to giving a fair shake.

Some programs allow you to do some really cool things to images and have a large toolkit. But that’s not the only consideration. Also look to see how well the software meshes with the kind of work you do and the way you like to work. Going thru a software evaluation process can also help you re-define your workflow and bring out ways you can work more efficiently. Don’t be afraid to try new things.

This highly manipulated composite image was created using Adobe Photoshop CS6. However, it could have been made using other software packages.

This highly manipulated composite image was created using Adobe Photoshop CS6. However, it could have been made using other software packages. Find the one that works best for you.

Like always, thanks for reading!

-Ken