James Paterson is an expert in all aspects of the photographic process, from capture to post-processing. He has contributed to numerous photography publications, including Digital Camera, Amateur Photographer, PhotoPlus and NPhoto, and his work has also appeared in Computer Arts magazine as well as several books. He is the editor of Practical Photoshop magazine, and has a well-deserved reputation as an authority on all things Photoshop-related.
Latest articles by James Paterson

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Master the art of convincing Photoshop composites with this comprehensive guide.

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Learn how to use the Refine Edge box perfectly every time with this functional rundown.

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These helpful layer mask tips will help to streamline your digital art workflow.

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Enhance sunsets by combining several flash bursts in Photoshop.

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The Nik Collection plugin dedicated to selective adjustments is a great way to learn techniques that apply across the board.

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Get the retro look with faded colours, vintage effects and old‑fashioned imperfections.

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With 26 Blend Modes on offer, there are plenty of effects to experiment with. Here’s what each mode does...

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The six most frequently used Photoshop layers for image editing, and how to use them to improve almost any photo.
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