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My name is Simon d'Entremont and I'm a professional wildlife and nature photographer from Eastern Canada. In this video, I'll show you how to process in Lightroom like a pro using the most important technique there is.

I use Topaz Labs software for noise reduction, sharpening and upscaling:

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[pixels_speak]

Trust me there is something that separates you from others. They might try showing too many techniques, showcase "advanced" ways of improving photos in Lightroom but somehow when I watch those videos I lose connection with where we started in the first place. The way you deliver your content is a binding force in itself. Thank you for everything you have taught me and I am sure, to many more.

[WeekendWanderersx]

You are the opposite of a gatekeeper! Massive respect for you for how much you help us aspiring photographers!

[mike]

Simon, I can't overstate how well your communication resonates with the casual photographer. Not only do you get straight to the point and actually demonstrate your techniques, leaving virtually no uncertainties unaccounted for, but you clearly have decades of wisdom that cannot be emulated with Google.

[acdccovers]

One thing I like in your video is that I never ever hear you saying the word "preset". Too many creator out there pretending to teach you something where 90% of the final result is done from start by applying a preset they end up trying to sell you. Instead you start from very scratch and step by step explain your choices and your methods and explain where to find inspiration and how to express it. Only photography content creator I'm actually subscribed to.

[quantumjim]

Simon - in a few short minutes you gave a complete class in use of the masking tools. Just the right depth. Outstanding! Thanks.

[JBurtonTenor]

I think you might be the best teacher on YouTube. Thank you for your generosity.

[matevzkrajnik]

Mind blown with the bonus tip! Thanks!

[RumoHasIt]

I honestly can not believe how generous you are with this information. I knew these edits were possible, but I thought they were performed by only the most tech savvy of photoshop geniuses. Thank you SO MUCH for breaking everything down so easily. With your videos, I feel myself slowly becoming the photographer Im capable of being ❤

[jordanhassann]

This is honestly my favorite photography channel on YouTube. No beating around the bush, beginner friendly, and very, very helpful. Thank you Simon.

[csc-photo]

VERY few content presenters provide this level of quality instruction and tips. I've been shooting for many years and I literally learn something new and useful from EVERY one of your vids. You deserve all the success you're seeing here, on the precipice of 500k subs 🥳 Congrats and THANK YOU! 📷

[jstrang]

Im new to photography and i happened to favor doing Nature and Wildlife, your videos are very educational and so easy to follow along. You dont go on forever about needless details and explain what you are teaching straight to the point! I made a playlist just for your videos!

[Cordy]

Simon, I've been doing photography professionally for 12 years now, and you have helped me more in the last year alone than anyone else has my entire journey. You're an amazing teacher, please keep going! I've learned so much from you!

[adriannolan]

You have a communication style that is unmatched on YT. I learn something new about techniques every video you drop and can already think of several images that need some more work based on what I just watched. Thank you Simon.

[DanielSextonHorizonDigital]

You have excellent teaching skills. Thanks so much.

[robmaclachlan]

Thank you for your videos. These are the best teaching tools I have found. A step above others.

[LiamGandelsman]

Simon, I know taking the care to craft such a seamless video isn’t a light task. Your videos are so genuine and well produced – thank you for what you do!

[brucegraner]

I worked for over 40 years as a press photographer and have worked with Photoshop, starting with version 3.0, and yet my skill level is very basic. This video is a big help because for all my working years we were only allowed to dodge and burn and do some spotting. Anything else was a firing offense. In retirement I'm trying my hand doing some bird photography and videos like this are a big help. Much thanks.

[mifik]

Some real gems in this one. Simon is easily one of the best presenters I've ever seen. With such skills in communication, I wonder if he has a side gig in politics.

[peterfritzphoto]

This is outstanding, Simon. You’re a fabulous teacher.

[timeddy]

Oh my god I was just wondering how to do some of this. Awesome!!!