Photoshop Roadmap Weekly #2 - Can AI Retouch Better Than You?

This week, we’ll hear from Unmesh Dinda at PiXimperfect as he talks about a controversial topic: “Can AI really retouch better than you?” He'll show us how AI compares to traditional retouching techniques. In addition, discover inspiring pieces on the captivating art of doors and the vibrant Vaporwave aesthetic, showcasing unique perspectives and creativity. We’ve also included tutorials on new Photoshop 2025 tools, creative effects, and surreal photo edits, along with freebies like ON1’s photography resources and a set of 500 coffee-themed patterns. Enjoy!

Recent Tutorials

This week’s tutorials cover AI retouching, Photoshop’s new Adjustment Brush, and the Find Distractions tool, along with fire effects and surreal scenes. Discover new ways to enhance your skills below.

Can AI Retouch Better Than You? Let's find out.

This video provides a comprehensive comparison between traditional retouching methods and modern AI-assisted techniques. 

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Create a Fire Burning Effect in Photoshop

Creating a fire-burning effect in Photoshop is a fascinating process that can enhance your images dramatically. Start by setting up a new file with dimensions of 1920 x 1080 pixels. Import the necessary images, which can be found in the provided link. Duplicate your main layer using Ctrl + J, then

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Testing Photoshop 2025’s One-Click Remove Tool

Photoshop’s New “Find Distractions” Feature: A Game-Changer for Image Editing This tutorial by Aaron Nace from Phlearn introduces a powerful new feature in Photoshop 2025: the Find Distractions option within the Remove Tool. This innovative tool enables users to effortlessly eliminate unwanted elements from their photos, such as stray wires,

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Photoshop 2025: New Adjustment Brush Tool Explained

This tutorial by Aaron Nace introduces the new Adjustment Brush Tool in Photoshop 2025. This tool lets you make specific adjustments to the color and light in areas of your image. The tool creates a separate adjustment layer, meaning you can edit your image without changing the original information. You

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Big New Unique Features in Adobe Camera Raw 17 That Are Not Even in Lightroom.

According to Colin Smith from Photoshop Cafe, the latest update for Adobe Camera Raw, version 17.0, includes some impressive new features that significantly improve the process of editing raw images. * One standout feature is the enhanced AI Noise Reduction. The update applies noise reduction to the original raw file,

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Create an Alien Invasion Photo Manipulation in Photoshop

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to create an alien invasion photo manipulation in Photoshop. The focus is on building a convincing destruction scene, which is often one of the most challenging aspects of this type of work. The guide walks you through the process step-by-step, covering essential techniques to

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How to Create a Surreal Elephant Photo Manipulation with Adobe Photoshop

In this tutorial, the focus is on creating a surreal photo manipulation featuring a circus elephant with a rat riding a wheel. The process begins by assembling the base scene using captivating landscape and sky images. This step sets the foundation for an imaginative composition. Next, rocks and a tightrope

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Change the Colors of Objects and Backgrounds with Photoshop on the Web

Transforming basic paper backdrops into limitless creative opportunities is more achievable than you might think. With @ruthiesmagicalcamera, this tutorial guides you through the process using Photoshop on the web, ensuring that you can follow along seamlessly. In this lesson, you will explore various techniques to enhance your images. Gain a

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Remove All Distractions From a Photo in One Click using Adobe Photoshop

This tutorial by PiXimperfect introduces an impressive new feature in Adobe Photoshop Beta that simplifies photo editing. By utilizing the updated Remove Tool, users can effortlessly eliminate distractions from their images with just one click. The tutorial highlights how this feature can efficiently remove unwanted elements such as people, power

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Create a Powerful Ring of Fire in Adobe Photoshop

In this tutorial, Marty Geller from Blue Lightning TV demonstrates how to create a striking ring of fire in Photoshop. The video includes links to a custom brush set for fire sparks and a dark background, though you can choose your own as long as it meets a resolution of

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Inspiration Corner

Get inspired by AI-generated images showcasing the captivating art of door photography and the unique Vaporwave style in digital art. These creations offer a fresh perspective on everyday scenes and digital compositions.

The Art of Doors: Exploring a World of Color, Craft, and Character

Doors—often overlooked as mere functional elements—become profound reflections of style, history, and cultural character when examined closely. The world of doors offers not just entryways but a gallery of stories told through color, texture, and architectural detail. This collection celebrates the artistic potential of these everyday scenes, inviting

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Lost in the Digital Haze: The Surreal Vaporwave Style in Adobe Firefly

Vaporwave, a captivating aesthetic that emerged from the digital art movement, offers a unique lens through which we can reinterpret our visual narratives. In Adobe Firefly, this built-in style transforms images into dreamlike compositions that blend nostalgia with an alluring surrealism. The essence of Vaporwave lies in its ability to

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Fantastic Freebies

Grab free ON1 photography resources and a set of 500 coffee-themed patterns, perfect for designers and creatives.

Discover ON1’s Exciting Free Photography Resources

ON1 is renowned for its professional-grade photo editing software, but it also provides an array of valuable free resources for photographers of all skill levels. Whether you’re seeking to enhance your editing skills, experiment with new creative techniques, or simply explore the capabilities of ON1 software, there’s something for everyone.

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Download an Inviting 500 Free Coffee Patterns Collection

This fantastic collection of cafe and coffee-themed illustration patterns is completely free to download and use. The set includes hundreds of high-quality JPG images featuring a variety of patterns perfect for any project. Whether you’re a designer working on a website or a business owner creating marketing materials, these patterns

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