The Grid: Photography Podcast(audio-only)

It’s Open Q&A day on The Grid, with a light holiday twist—meaning Scott and Erik tackle whatever’s on photographers’ minds. From Lightroom and Photoshop questions to getting accurate skin tones, crisp whites, smarter camera button setups, and syncing catalogs across devices, this episode is packed with practical, real-world advice. There’s also some seasonal talk around gift ideas (including the underrated power of printed photos), the announcement of the Worldwide Photo Walk People’s Choice winner, and a well-earned nod to Dobson, the in-house utility player. And yes… Scott delivers a very passionate hot take on chicken sandwiches. This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

Scott and Erik are back with a rapid-fire Blind Photo Critique episode, digging into viewer-submitted landscapes, portraits, composites, sports shots, travel photos, and more. They break down what’s working, what’s not, and how a few simple Lightroom or Photoshop tweaks can make a massive difference. You’ll pick up practical tips on harmonizing composites, dialing in color, handling tricky lighting, and sharpening your overall photographic eye. Tune in to see what your fellow photographers are nailing—and what you can learn from their misses! This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

Welcome to Demo Day on The Grid. This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

Welcome to this year's Holiday Gear Guide episode. This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

With Scott away on workshop duty, Erik Kuna takes the helm and welcomes Chris Nicholson from National Parks at Night for a deep dive into one of photography’s most rewarding—and most challenging—genres: night photography. Together they break down the seven biggest struggles photographers face after dark and share practical, field-tested fixes you can start using right away. From planning and reading the night sky to light discipline, foreground choices, moonlight magic, and staying coordinated in the dark, this episode is loaded with real-world tips to help you level up your night shots. This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

It’s a big week on The Grid! Scott Kelby and Erik Kuna reveal the stunning winners of the 14th Annual Scott Kelby's Worldwide Photo Walk™, showcasing the best shots from around the world. They’re also joined by Dr. T from Platypod, unveiling the brand-new Mag Deluxe and Super Adapter Survival Kit—perfect additions for creative photographers and gear lovers alike. Plus, Pulitzer Prize–winning photojournalist Kevin Painchaud shares seven powerful storytelling techniques to bring more life, light, and emotion into your images. This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

What happens when Google’s latest AI meets pro photographers? This week on The Grid, Scott Kelby and Erik Kuna sit down with David Sharon from Google DeepMind, the product lead behind Gemini’s Nano Banana, to explore the new frontier of photo editing. From creative breakthroughs to viral AI demos inside Gemini, discover how these tools can inspire and empower photographers everywhere. Guest Serge Ramelli joins in with his perspective on where AI fits in the artistic process. This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

It’s MAX madness! With a flood of new Lightroom and Photoshop features announced at Adobe MAX 2025, Scott Kelby and Erik Kuna dig into what’s new and worth your time—from Assisted Culling and smarter AI dust and reflection removal to powerful image restoration and upscaling tools. They share what really helps your photo workflow, preview partner-powered generative tech, and toss in Scott’s upcoming Lightroom book, travel stories, and giveaways—all in one super-sized, info-packed episode! This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

In this Scott-less episode of The Grid, it's an "Ask Me Anything" day with Open Q&A. Topics include night photography techniques, post-processing tips in Lightroom and Photoshop, and insights on AI tools like Nano Banana and Firefly. KelbyOne's Christina Sauer joins to discuss production challenges, while sharing updates on upcoming events like the Landscape Photography Conference and Milky Way workshops. Plus, a sneak peek into KelbyOne’s November updates and prize giveaways for viewers. This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

The Grid goes "dark" this week as Erik Kuna takes the wheel for a Night Photography Edition of “How Would I Edit Your Photo.” Watch as he transforms viewer images from murky to magical, with smart noise reduction, color tweaks, and Milky Way magic along the way. You’ll pick up editing tips, gear advice, and the latest on the Landscape Photography Conference and Scott Kelby's Worldwide Photo Walk—all in one fast-paced, light-chasing episode. This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

This week, Serge Ramelli joins host Erik Kuna for a no-filter chat, and things get real fast. From the “hard truths” about gear obsession to the “helpful lies” we tell ourselves about editing, light, and talent — nothing’s off-limits. Serge shares his take on shooting vs. fixing it in post, why technique beats equipment every time, and when a little Photoshop magic is absolutely fair game. It’s equal parts tough love, honest advice, and classic Grid banter. This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

It’s Blind Photo Critique Day on The Grid! Scott, Erik, and guest Serge Ramelli dish out straight talk (and a few laughs) on viewer-submitted images—from cinematic cowboy portraits to regal dogs to airplane shots that missed the mark. Some wowed, some wobbled, but all got feedback that will make you a better photographer. Plus, Vitaly Glebochkin from Retouch4Me demos their AI-powered Photoshop plugins, showing how dodge & burn, heal, and portrait volume tools run automatically on separate layers—speeding up retouching while keeping skin texture natural. You’ll be wondering why you’ve been doing it the hard way. This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

We’re back with a special edition of The Grid, and this one’s all about the 17th Annual Scott Kelby’s Worldwide Photo Walk—just a couple weeks away! We’re sharing how to join a walk (or lead one), what makes it such a fun global photography event, and how your participation helps support the incredible Springs of Hope Kenya Children’s Home. Plus, Adobe’s Terry White Skypes in to share some Lightroom and Photoshop mobile magic, and ON1’s Dylan Kotecki gives us a sneak peek at new masking tools and creative filters in ON1 Photo RAW 2026. Add in giveaways, gear talk, and post-Paris workshop stories, and you've got a packed episode you won’t want to miss. This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

It’s Printing Q&A day on The Grid! Scott Kelby and Erik Kuna welcome Rick Sammon and Epson’s Dano Steinhardt to tackle the issues that trip up home printers—dark prints, banding, ICC profiles, paper choices, monitor brightness, and when sRGB vs ProPhoto actually matters. They also share big-print tips (even from iPhone files), smart upscaling, and why many pros favor Lightroom’s Print module over Photoshop.   RELATED COURSES https://members.kelbyone.com/course/rick-sammon-creating-exhibition-quality-prints/ https://members.kelbyone.com/course/liesl-walsh-marketing-selling-your-photography/   This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

Get ready for a jam-packed Photoshop World edition of The Grid! Scott and Erik are joined by a full roster of guests—including Adobe’s Terry White live in the studio to showcase exciting new Photoshop capabilities. You’ll also hear from other Photoshop World instructors as they Skype in with advice, laughs, and a preview of what’s ahead. Whether it’s your first PSW or your 15th, you’ll leave pumped and inspired for this must-attend event for creatives of all levels.   This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

Think you have to shoot manual? That high ISO ruins your photos? Or that JPEGs are dead? Scott Kelby and Erik Kuna are calling out some of photography’s biggest myths—and you might be surprised which ones don’t hold up anymore. Plus, special guest Kevin La Rue from SlickPic drops in to show off a brand-new AI critique tool that could change how you learn from your photos. It’s part myth-busting, part gear talk, part future-of-photography—and all the fun you expect from The Grid.   This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

It's an always-popular “How Would I Edit Your Photo?” episode on this week's The Grid! Scott Kelby takes viewer-submitted shots into Photoshop, Camera Raw, and Lightroom—fixing skies, balancing tricky light, pulling out hidden detail, and dialing in gorgeous color. Erik Kuna adds insights (and some laughs) along the way… even as Scott wrestles with a few frustrating technical gremlins. The episode concludes with quick 60-second photo edits, demonstrating the power of minor adjustments in enhancing image quality.   This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

It’s Open Q&A on The Grid! Scott Kelby and Erik Kuna are tackling your live questions with their usual no-fluff, no-holds-barred style. Should you bother with RAW anymore? Is 45 megapixels too much? What makes a photo “feel” sharp—and why does your gear sometimes lie to you? They break down everything from lens picks and lighting setups to focus settings, editing techniques, and when to just trust your gut. It’s a rapid-fire episode packed with useful takeaways, unexpected laughs, and the kind of honest feedback photographers rarely get anywhere else.   This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

In this week’s episode of The Grid, Scott Kelby, Erik Kuna, and guest Liesl Walsh tackle Blind Photo Critiques with the kind of sharp, funny honesty your friends are too polite to offer. From “did-you-shoot-that-at-high-noon-on-purpose?” landscapes to portraits drowning in so much gold they look like they were shot inside a reflector, the trio breaks down what works, what doesn’t, and the simple fixes that can take a shot from “meh” to memorable. And to wrap it up, they showcase a round of “Nods”—a celebration of photos so good they don’t need a single critique.   This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me

In this episode of The Grid, host Scott Kelby is joined by guest photographer John Dukes. They delve into travel photography with a specific focus on how to bring your unique style to iconic places. The discussion covers what makes a photographer's style recognizable and how travel photos can inspire viewers to explore new destinations, along with sharing insights from recent and upcoming classes.This episode provides valuable tips for photographers looking to stand out and tell a personal story through their travel images. This Week's Sponsors: Imagen | Boris FX | Canon | B&H | Platypod | KelbyOne | Profoto | Litra | V-Flat Grid | Retouch4me