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20 Years of ON1: Built for Photographers. Driven by You.

In 2005, ON1 was born with a bold but simple idea: photography software should be created for photographers — not just for designers or software professionals.

At the time, founder Craig Keudell saw an opportunity. Tools originally built as Photoshop plug-ins for graphic designers were becoming less essential as designers became more proficient with editing software. But photographers? Many were still new to digital workflows and didn’t want to spend their creative time buried in menus and layers.

June 4, 2025 • 9984 Views

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Celebrating 20 Years of ON1: Through the Years Photo Contest + Weekly Challenges

This month marks the 20th Anniversary of ON1, and at the heart of our 20th Anniversary celebration is the ON1 Through the Years Photo Contest — a month-long showcase of creativity, memory, and growth.

June 3, 2025 • 4012 Views • Posted by Ben Nemec

Check Out May’s Winner! ON1 Plus Photo Remix Challenge

The Results Are In — Celebrating the Winner of the ON1 Plus Wildlife Remix Challenge!

May 30, 2025 • 496 Views • Posted by Dylan Kotecki

ON1 Photo RAW 2025.2 Update: Smarter, Faster, and Packed with New Features

Looking for powerful, AI-enhanced photo editing software that keeps up with your creativity? The ON1 Photo RAW 2025.2 update is here, and it’s packed with new features to help you work smarter and faster—on desktop and mobile. From Auto Crop and enhanced JPG-XL support to Pixel Shift editing and the Super Select AI tool for ON1 Photo Mobile, this free update further solidifies ON1 Photo RAW as the best Lightroom alternative for photographers who want professional results.

May 19, 2025 • 17925 Views • Posted by Patrick Smith

The Best Photoshop Alternatives: Top Picks for Photographers, Creators & Everyone in Between

Adobe Photoshop is well-known in the photo editing world. But is it actually the best option for you? Whether you’re a professional photographer, a casual creator, or just someone who needs to swap a sky without paying an exorbitant subscription cost, there’s a Photoshop alternative out there for you.

In 2025, the best Photoshop alternatives come packed with AI tools, advanced editing features, and the sweet, sweet freedom of non-subscription options. Explore options for Mac, Windows, and even built in browser options that fit your budget, workflow, and tolerance for learning curves. Let’s dig into the smartest picks—and help you kick Photoshop to the curb (or at least flirt with the idea).

May 19, 2025 • 7365 Views

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