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An AI-generated image that best represents this blog post. Editing underwater images can often feel like an intricate dance, filled with nuances that demand our attention. One of the most time-consuming aspects of this art is performing repetitive local adjustments. Whether you are trying to enhance the visibility of a diver, rectify the challenges posed by murky water, or isolate the stunning colors of vibrant coral reefs, these edits can become quite laborious, mainly when they must be applied to a large batch of images—think 30, 50, or even 100 images per dive. This repetitive process can significantly impact your workflow, leading to frustration and fatigue.   Fortunately, with the recent updates in Adobe Lightroom Classic v14.1 and v14.2, we have been introduced to a revolutionary time-saving feature: Batch Masking with AI Recalculation. This exciting advancement empowers photographers to streamline their editing process, enabling quicker adjustments across multiple images wit...

An AI-generated image that best represents this blog post . Have you ever surfaced from an exhilarating dive, eager to relive the underwater adventure, only to be disappointed with the dull, bluish tint in your photographs? That feeling of letdown can be all too familiar, especially when the stunning reds, vibrant oranges, and sunny yellows you witnessed seem lost in translation. Rest assured, you’re not alone in this experience, Oceanic Explorer! Even the most advanced cameras can struggle to accurately capture the vibrant colors of the underwater world. The culprit? Water absorbs light to alter the colors we see, making it challenging to replicate that stunning, true-to-life appearance in our images. This is where mastering white balance in Lightroom becomes essential, particularly with the cutting-edge AI tools introduced in 2025. By adjusting the white balance effectively, you can transform your images and bring those lively colors back to life. In this updated guide, I’m excited t...

An AI-generated image that best represents this post. An Updated Post for 2025 Using Lightroom Classic versions 14.1 & 14.2 ( Original post published December 25, 2024). Bringing Back the Color the Ocean Took Away—One Depth at a Time You're not alone if you've ever gone through your dive photos and thought, “Where did all the vibrant colors go?”. As underwater photographers, we share this common concern. We constantly strive to bring back the stunning vibrancy and dramatic hues that the ocean seems to keep hidden from our cameras. The deeper we dive, the more we notice that reds, oranges, and yellows seem to disappear, leaving us with murky greens and dull, lifeless blues that hardly capture the true beauty of our underwater adventures. In my original post from December 2024, I talked about how using custom color profiles could significantly alleviate these color issues using precise editing techniques. However, there’s exciting news! Lightroom has come a long way since...

An AI-generated image that represents AI-powered color Recovery for Underwater Photos . This blog updates a previously written blog  (Nov 6, 2024— How to Recover Lost Colors in Underwater Photos Using Lightroom).   Adobe is constantly updating its tools and capabilities. These new AI tools require me to take a fresh approach to color correction for underwater photos. I hope this update helps you in your editing. Underwater photography poses unique challenges, with color loss being one of the most significant obstacles. The deeper you dive, the more reds, oranges, and yellows fade away, leaving your images dominated by blues and greens. Fortunately, Adobe Lightroom's AI-driven tools are transforming underwater photo editing, making it easier than ever to restore true-to-life colors. This comprehensive guide explores the science of underwater color loss , the latest AI-powered tools in Lightroom , and step-by-step workflows for precise color restoration . By the end, you'll have...