Play Creating Tricks on Your Photos Using Actions

Running an action (a preset series of editing functions) in Photoshop or Photoshop Elements allows to you quickly and easily alter an image like a pro.  There are a variety of photo actions available online, including the three shown below, which are from our very own Dream Team member Maggie Holmes.  See how the actions can change the look of this photo in just a few simple clicks.

Simple Color Boost Action

Run this action and watch as the colors in your photograph pop, making them more saturated and vibrant. This is a great choice for giving those everyday photos a little extra oomph.

Sun Kissed Action

Warm up any image with this dose of sunshine. This action adds a red/orange tone wihle also increasing your solar saturation.

Urban Action

An extremely popular look right now, the urban style adds a dramatic amount of yellow to your image, while also boosting the color and saturation. This is an ideal option if you're looking for a one-stop option to improve the overall color quality and enhance the highlights in your photos.

Free Video Tutorial

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March/April 2011