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Congratulations Alex Vincent! March 2024 PFRE Photographer of the Month

Congratulations Alex Vincent, March 2024 PFRE Photographer of the Month! The theme this month was "Kitchen". Alex Vincent - #906 Yvonne Raaijmakers - #909 Peter Wingfield - #902 Here's what Alex has to say: Thank you for the award of Photographer of th ...

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How to Edit Pictures to Look Like Film

Do you want to try a film aesthetic in your shots yet don't have a film camera? Lightroom and Photoshop can help you bring a sense of nostalgia to your work, including real estate photos. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to edit pictures to look like film. How to Edit Pictures to Look […]
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How to Save as SVG

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22/05/2023
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If you are running a real estate website, you want the images, icons, and illustrations to appear in high resolution, regardless of the display size the viewers are using. Learning how to save as SVG can help you convert the JPEGs to a vector-based format that doesn’t lose quality on scaling. How to Save as […]

How to Add Shadows to Text in Photoshop

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10/05/2023
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You might need to add text descriptions to draw the viewers to the subject featured in the real estate photo. Learning how to add shadows to text in Photoshop can help you create a sense of depth and dimensionality in the text, making it appear more three-dimensional and less flat. How to Add Shadows to […]

How to Make Text Transparent in Photoshop

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09/05/2023
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A transparent text can add effects to your real estate photography edits. However, you must do it seamlessly so viewers can still read the text. For this reason, I'm giving you a step-by-step guide on the different ways how to make the text transparent in Photoshop. How to Make the Text Transparent in Photoshop You […]

Canva vs Photoshop: Which Design Tool Should You Choose?

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04/05/2023
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Should you use Photoshop or Canva for editing? Graphic designing and photo editing are essential for real estate photographers and business owners. I've prepared a comparison guide between Canva vs Photoshop, including their similarities and main differences to help you choose the perfect design tool. Canva vs Photoshop General Overview Canva and Photoshop are two […]

How to Make a Line in Photoshop

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03/05/2023
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As a real estate photographer, you might want to add lines to your photos to draw the viewer’s attention to the most important design features of the property. Learning how to make a line in Photoshop can help you add these lines during the photo retouching phase. How to Make a Line in Photoshop Lines […]

How to Round Corners in Photoshop

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02/05/2023
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Rounding the corners of real estate photos allows you to create a unique visual identity that makes your real estate site recognizable. Learning how to round corners in Photoshop can help you round the corners of the photos and shapes without losing quality or details. How to Round Corners in Photoshop If you have a […]

How to Edit a GIF in Photoshop

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28/04/2023
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You can use GIFs to illustrate certain aspects of a real estate property, such as a 3D tour of the compound. Knowing how to edit a GIF in Photoshop can help you add different filters and effects without getting additional image manipulation or video editing software. How to Edit a GIF in Photoshop GIF, which […]

How to Create a Clipping Mask in Photoshop

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04/04/2023
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Clipping masks let you make selective adjustments to specific layers in Photoshop. You can use this masking technique to fix exposures and control certain effects when editing real estate photos. Here is a step-by-step-guide on how to create a clipping mask in Photoshop. How to Create a Clipping Mask in Photoshop To form a clipping […]

How to Change Hair Color in Photoshop

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03/04/2023
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Hair is among the most noticeable and likable features of a person. Whether you're a real estate agent or a real estate photographer, knowing how to change hair colors can improve the way you look to clients. Learn how to change hair color in Photoshop using different methods. How to Change Hair Color in Photoshop […]

How to Create a Pattern in Photoshop

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25/03/2023
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As a real estate photographer, you might want a simpler way to showcase the property's key features, such as floor designs. Knowing how to create a pattern in Photoshop can help make simple designs of the property for easier illustrations. How to Create a Pattern in Photoshop A pattern is simply a design element, such […]

How to Enlarge an Image in Photoshop

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21/03/2023
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If you have taken your real estate photos using different cameras or camera settings, there are chances the photos will not be of equal sizes. Knowing how to enlarge an image in Photoshop can help you increase its dimensions for large-format printing or to suit the MLS requirements. How to Enlarge an Image in Photoshop […]

How to Resize an Image in Photoshop

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17/03/2023
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Different digital cameras capture different image sizes, which can make your collection of real estate photos inconsistent. Learning how to resize an image in Photoshop helps you adjust the image sizes to meet the MLS requirements. How to Resize an Image in Photoshop Resizing an image refers to adjusting the image dimensions or resolution to […]

How to Outline Images in Photoshop

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16/03/2023
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Photoshop comes with a wide range of advanced features that allow you to create designs and even outline the specific areas of an image. Knowing how to outline an image in Photoshop can help you highlight and emphasize the key features of a real estate property. How to Outline Images in Photoshop Keeping in mind […]

How to Draw In Photoshop [6 Step Tutorial]

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14/03/2023
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Even with a large collection of real estate interior photos, the viewers might not understand the property's design without a simpler diagram. Drawing in Photoshop can help you make an illustrative sketch of the property. How to Draw In Photoshop Generally, it's challenging to capture a real estate interior and exterior photo showing all parts […]

How to Scale an Image in Photoshop

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10/03/2023
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If you are taking real estate photos using different cameras, you may get images of different sizes and dimensions. Learning how to scale an image in Photoshop can help you transform the photo and make it smaller or larger without cropping or losing image details. How to Scale an Image in Photoshop Photoshop is a […]

How to Crop a Photo in a Circle

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08/03/2023
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Cropping helps remove unwanted backgrounds to draw the viewer to the main subject while reducing the image file size to meet the MLS requirements. Knowing how to crop a photo in a circle can help remove unwanted backgrounds in real estate photos of rounded houses or rounded rooms. How to Crop a Photo in a […]

What Is Masking in Photoshop?

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06/03/2023
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You might make composition mistakes when shooting real estate photos and want to remove some elements in the photo or improve the appearance of certain areas. Knowing what masking is in Photoshop and how it works can help you edit certain parts of the image without affecting the entire photo. What Is Masking in Photoshop? […]

How to Whiten Teeth in Photoshop

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03/03/2023
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Photoshop is a complex photo manipulation software with tools that allow you to fix gaps in your teeth or whiten the yellowing color. Knowing how to whiten teeth in Photoshop can help make your teeth in a portrait more charming and make smiles brighter before sharing the photos with friends. How to Whiten Teeth in […]

How to Crop an Image in Photoshop

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01/03/2023
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Does your photo have excess borders or unwanted sections on the sides that you want to crop out? And are you having difficulty when using the photoshop app? Well, worry not; in this article, I will give you an overview of how to crop an image in photoshop. 

8-Bit vs 16-Bit Photos: Understanding Image Effects

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27/02/2023
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If you are editing your real estate photos in Photoshop, you might wonder which color channel can result in clear and detailed photos. The following 8-bit vs 16-bit guide helps you understand when to use the 16-bit version and when to convert to the 8-bit version. 8-Bit vs 16-Bit Image Overview Bit depth, also known […]

How to Rotate Text in Photoshop

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24/02/2023
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Text descriptions can hide the main subject of your photo if you add them using the horizontal orientation. Learning how to rotate text in Photoshop can help you add unique and aesthetically pleasing text descriptions to your real estate photos when retouching them in Photoshop. How to Rotate Text in Photoshop As a real estate […]

How to Delete Objects in Photoshop

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25/01/2023
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You might not avoid capturing background objects, whether a beginner or a professional photographer, especially when shooting with wide-angle lenses. Learning how to delete objects in Photoshop can help you eliminate these unnecessary objects that might distract the viewers. How to Delete Objects in Photoshop Even with the best composition, there are still chances of […]

How to Merge Multiple Photos in Photoshop

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06/01/2023
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Combining multiple photos is a valuable skill for real estate photographers. Even though most want to get the photo right directly in the camera, there are specific scenarios where merging the pictures is proven valuable and necessary. Also, the image that you have in your mind is not always possible to create, especially when your […]

How to Edit Text in Photoshop

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18/11/2022
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Most real estate interiors look almost the same, and there are chances of the viewers getting confused about which photo is for which property. Learning how to edit text in Photoshop can help you caption your real estate photos to provide descriptions, emphasize details and make them unique. How to Edit Text in Photoshop Although […]

How to Curve Text in Photoshop

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11/11/2022
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You can make your real estate photos outstanding by adding text captions to provide details of the property. Knowing how to curve text in Photoshop allows you to blend text with the image artistically, making the photos aesthetically appealing. How to Curve Text in Photoshop Photoshop is a sophisticated image manipulation and graphic designing application […]

How to Rasterize in Photoshop

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09/11/2022
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Sometimes you might want to distort or add effects to shapes and text that show descriptions in your real estate photos. Learning how to rasterize in Photoshop helps you change the vector objects to pixels and edit them using brush and painting tools. How to Rasterize in Photoshop Photoshop allows you to make edits in […]

How to Stretch an Image in Photoshop

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04/11/2022
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Viewers can miss the main subject if the composition is wrong and the subject is near the side of the frame. Instead of cropping and making the photo smaller, learning how to stretch an image in Photoshop can help you stretch the background and achieve the right composition. How to Stretch an Image in Photoshop […]

How to Compress an Image in Photoshop

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03/11/2022
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Image compression refers to the method of reducing the size of an image file without degrading image quality. As a result of compressing images, you get an efficient image size and format for transmitting or storing data. You may want to compress your image size to save computer space when storing images or get the […]

How to Crop a Layer in Photoshop

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02/11/2022
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Depending on the camera and settings, you might capture real estate photos with sizes or aspect ratios that don’t meet the requirements of the Multiple Listing Services (MLS) sites. Knowing how to crop a layer in Photoshop helps you cut off the edges, changing the image’s aspect ratio. How to Crop a Layer in Photoshop […]

How to Change the Background Color in Photoshop

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31/10/2022
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Even if the real estate photo is professional and high-quality, the wrong background color can reduce its overall aesthetics or even distract the viewer. Learning how to change the background color in Photoshop can help remove distracting backgrounds and attract the viewers' attention to the main subject. How to Change the Background Color in Photoshop […]

Lightroom Presets vs Photoshop Actions: Which Is Best?

It can be time-consuming to make the same adjustments over time, especially when editing a large collection of images. Fortunately, Photoshop and Lightroom allow you to automate the process. The following Lightroom presets vs Photoshop actions guide will help you choose an automation method that will suit your needs. Lightroom Presets vs Photoshop Actions Both […]

Photoshop Sharpening: Unsharp Mask vs Smart Sharpen

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21/09/2022
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Even with the best lens and camera, you might capture photos where the main subject appears soft, mainly if you use autofocus when shooting in poorly-lit interiors. Photoshop is sophisticated and versatile and includes filters such as Unsharp Mask and Smart Sharpen that can help you sharpen your images. Unsharp Mask vs Smart Sharpen The […]

Affinity Photo vs Photoshop: Phone Editing Software

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19/09/2022
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Two tools that professional photographers use for photo editing are Affinity Photo vs Photoshop. Which is better for you?

What Does the Crop Tool Do in Photoshop?

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09/09/2022
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Even professional real estate photographers sometimes miss the right composition when taking photos. When editing, the crop tool can help you significantly improve the visual composition and impact of your listing. So, what does the crop tool do in Photoshop? What Does the Crop Tool Do in Photoshop? A crop tool in Photoshop allows you […]

What Is a Vignette in Photography?

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05/08/2022
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It’s not uncommon to find the edges of your real estate interior photos darker than the center when using the widest apertures to capture in low-light or apply selective focus techniques. Understanding what is a vignette in photography will help you know when to use or avoid it. What Is a Vignette in Photography? A […]

How to Deselect in the Photoshop Quick Selection Tool

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29/07/2022
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The quick selection is one of the advanced features that allow you to carry out extensive edits like removing the background of an object in a photo. Knowing how to deselect in the Photoshop Quick Selection tool will help remove the selection after editing an area in the photo. How to Deselect in the Photoshop […]

How to Use the Mixer Brush in Photoshop

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20/07/2022
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Photoshop is a sophisticated photo-editing software that allows you to design graphics and enhance the appearance of the photos. If your real estate property photos are not appealing enough, knowing how to use the mixer brush in Photoshop will help you change and improve their appearance. How to Use the Mixer Brush in Photoshop A […]

How to Sharpen Images in Photoshop CC

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18/07/2022
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When capturing real estate photos, your camera or lenses may not capture sharp images as you expect. Fortunately, learning how to sharpen images in Photoshop CC during the post-processing phase will help you improve the appearance of your images and make them as crisp as possible. How to Sharpen Images in Photoshop CC Sharpening photos […]

How to Make a Gradient in Photoshop

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22/06/2022
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Regardless of the color, a real estate logo or an image cutout with a solid background color might not be aesthetically appealing. Learning how to make a gradient in Photoshop will help you transform the solid color into an appealing color gradient. How to Make a Gradient in Photoshop The color gradient is the gradual […]
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