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Colin Smith

Overview

Colin Smith is a prominent figure in the Adobe creative community, known for his expertise and contributions to digital imaging software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and Lightroom.

Contributions

• Author of numerous tutorials and guides on advanced image editing techniques.
• Creator of popular YouTube channels, including PhotoshopCAFE, dedicated to explaining complex features and updates in Adobe’s suite of products.
• Developer of plugins and scripts that enhance the functionality of Adobe applications.

Recent Activity

• 2026-05-29
  • Published tutorial on “Lightroom’s Three Brushes: Dodging, Burning, and Enhancing Photo Depth” via PhotoshopCAFE, demonstrating how to add three-dimensional depth and make subjects pop using selective adjustments (Lightroom’s Three Brushes: Dodging, Burning, and Enhancing Photo Depth).
• 2026-04-14
  • Published a video demonstrating the AI Assistant’s ability to automatically rename layers, highlighting its integration with Photoshop.
  • Released a tutorial on compositing photos using image stacking, auto-alignment, and layer masks to fix elements like closed eyes in group photos ([Video](https://w