Skip to main content
  1. Home
  2. Photography
  3. News

Check out the results when 1,000 photographers edit the same image

By

Landscape photographer and YouTuber Nigel Danson recently asked his fellow photographers to try their hand at editing some of his own images.

Recommended Videos

The Brit was interested in seeing how different people would tackle the same task as each person went about showing off their unique editing styles through his work.

Related

After offering up three of his own RAW images for the editing challenge, more than 1,000 photographers responded with efforts revealing a remarkable range of approaches as well as some incredible talent.

Some of those who took part in the exercise made only subtle edits involving a few basic tweaks, while others clearly spent a considerable amount of time at the Photoshop controls — other editing software is available — subjecting the originals to a dramatic transformation. Check out Kev Bell’s striking alteration of the woodland scene at the 15:15 mark in the video (below) to get an idea of what we’re talking about, while Andy Gray’s stunning image at 15:58 pushes things to a whole new level of creativity.

What HAPPENS when 1000+ people EDIT the SAME PHOTO?

“Photography is an art, it’s an expression, it’s about emotion, it’s about how you want to portray a feeling,” Danson says in the video as he talks about some of his favorites. Noting how the lack of an emotional attachment can make it difficult to edit a photo that’s been taken by someone else, he said he wanted the photographers to edit one of the images in a way that expressed how it made them feel when they looked at it.

Danson is keen to point out how there’s no right or wrong when it comes to editing an image, as everyone will have their own personal idea on what looks best.

The fascinating video highlights the myriad of changes that we can make to a photo at the editing stage, and should offer some inspiration and ideas for newbie photographers looking to improve their skills.

“When you start to develop a style, and you start to edit things in the same way, they tend to gel together really nicely, and it can be a really satisfying thing to do,” Danson says, noting how developing your own style “can really elevate your photography as you go forward.”

At the end of the video, the photographer also showed how he chose to edit his three photos. “They’re definitely not as good as some of your efforts,” he quipped.

Editors' Recommendations

Topics
Trevor Mogg
Trevor Mogg
Contributing Editor
Not so many moons ago, Trevor moved from one tea-loving island nation that drives on the left (Britain) to another (Japan)…
‘Photoshopped’ royal photo causes a stir
The Princess of Wales with her children.

[UPDATE: In a message posted on social media on Monday morning, Princess Kate said that she herself edited the image, and apologized for the fuss that the picture had caused. “Like many amateur photographers, I do occasionally experiment with editing," she wrote, adding, "I wanted to express my apologies for any confusion the family photograph we shared yesterday caused."]

Major press agencies have pulled a photo of the U.K.’s Princess of Wales and her children amid concerns that it has been digitally manipulated.

Read more
Nikon sale: Get up to $700 off select Nikon cameras and lenses
nikon d780 review product 1

Crutchfield has a huge sale on many different Nikon cameras with some of the best camera deals that we’ve seen in a while. With nearly 30 different items in the sale, the best thing that avid photographers can do is take a look for themselves. However, if you want a little insight before you dive in, take a look at what we have to suggest below.

What to shop for in the Nikon sale
Nikon makes some of the best DSLR cameras around with our overall favorite -- the -- available for $2,197 reduced from $2,297. The camera is perfect for both photographers and videographers with a 24.5-megapixel full-frame image sensor. Its rugged magnesium-alloy body is weather-sealed against dust, dirt, and moisture so it’s great for all occasions. The Nikon EXPEED 6 image processor is optimized for low-light performance while maintaining long battery life with an autofocus sensor module with support for 51 focus points. You just need to add a lens to reap the benefits with features like the 273-point phase-detection AF system detecting and tracking subjects throughout the entire frame.

Read more
Best camera deals: Save on DSLR, action cameras, point-and-shoot
Best DSLR cameras for beginners Canon Rebel T7i

While utilizing one of the best camera phones can be nice for capturing everyday happenings on the fly, a more traditional camera offers superior optics, sensor size, and overall image quality. A camera by a brand such as Canon, Sony, or Nikon is a great way to more deeply explore the photography process, or to simply ensure you’re getting higher quality photos of the moments you don’t want to miss. Right now there are a a lot of savings out there if a traditional camera interests you, and there’s big savings to pounce on whether you’re looking for a DSLR camera, an action camera, or a point-and-shoot camera. We’ve rounded up all of the best camera deals out there right now, so read onward for more details.
Best DSLR camera deals

DSLR cameras are bulkier than mirrorless cameras, but they produce high-quality images that will let you capture the most beautiful moments. You'll be able to see directly through the lens with the mirrored optical viewfinder while composing your shot, and you've got your pick among years' worth of lenses, depending on what kind of pictures you want to take. DSLR camera deals are always in demand because they're expensive though, so hurry if you want to pocket the savings from the bargains we've gathered below.

Read more