February was packed with powerful new training, exclusive creative assets, live edits, and community inspiration inside ON1 Plus. If your goal is to Learn ON1 Photo RAW faster, refine your editing workflow, and grow as a photographer, this month delivered across every category.

From advanced landscape editing techniques and wildlife workflows to compositing tips and exclusive texture overlays, ON1 Plus continues to be The #1 Resource for ON1 & Photography. Whether you’re focused on mastering masking tools, improving detail with Dynamic Contrast, or building a more consistent RAW workflow, February’s content was designed to help you edit with confidence and intention.

Below is everything that happened inside ON1 Plus in February.

How To Paint Shadows Into A Landscape Composite

February 12, 2026

We kicked off with a foundational compositing lesson focused on realism. In this video, you’ll learn how to use the Color Fill Layer inside ON1 Photo RAW to quickly and convincingly paint shadows into your scene. Whether you’re adding a pathway, wildlife subject, or portrait into a landscape, properly placed shadows create depth and believability.

For photographers learning compositing inside ON1, this lesson reinforces the structured workflow approach that helps you edit with intention.

ON1 Photo RAW interface demonstrating how to paint realistic shadows into a landscape composite using layers and masking tools.

ON1 Plus Distressed Paper Textures

February 12, 2026

Also released on February 12, ON1 Plus members received 10 additional Distressed Paper Textures.

These exclusive overlays feature:

  • Realistic folds and creases
  • Torn edges
  • Authentic surface grain

They’re especially effective on darker, moodier images where texture enhances shadow detail and adds subtle dimension. This growing creative asset library is one of the many benefits that make ON1 Plus the go-to place to Learn ON1 beyond just tools.

Example of ON1 Plus Distressed Paper Textures overlay applied to a photo, adding realistic creases, scratches, and aged texture for a vintage effect.

Editing Action & Birds in Photo RAW

February 13, 2026

Fresh from the Sea of Cortez, Hudson’s latest lesson walks through a complete start-to-finish RAW workflow for action and wildlife photography.

You’ll see:

  • Real-world editing strategies for fast-moving subjects
  • Techniques to refine clarity and drama
  • Workflow tips to improve consistency and speed

If you’re working with wildlife or high-energy scenes, this session shows how structure inside ON1 Photo RAW leads to predictable, professional results.

Action wildlife photo being edited in ON1 Photo RAW, demonstrating techniques for enhancing motion, clarity, and detail in fast-moving subjects.

Food and Drinks – Live Edit

February 17, 2026

This ON1 Plus Live Edit session focused on practical masking techniques to elevate food and drink photography.

Inside the training, you’ll learn how to:

  • Darken distracting backgrounds with brush and gradient masks
  • Add selective detail using Dynamic Contrast
  • Enhance atmosphere with Glow
  • Composite realistic steam using layers and blend modes

If you want to master masking and better sculpt light in your images, this session provides actionable techniques you can apply immediately.

Food and Drinks Live Edit session in ON1 Photo RAW demonstrating masking techniques, dynamic contrast, and light sculpting for food photography.

Best Practices for Adding Detail Into Landscapes

February 18, 2026

If your landscapes feel flat, this ON1 Plus tip video shows you how to add powerful detail without over-sharpening.

You’ll learn:

  • When to use the Structure slider for global texture
  • Why Dynamic Contrast is superior for micro contrast
  • How to use Super Select AI to selectively enhance rocks and foreground elements while protecting skies and water

This lesson is essential for improving your landscape photography editing and achieving a cleaner, more professional look.

ON1 Photo RAW interface demonstrating best practices for adding detail into landscapes using Dynamic Contrast and Glow on a mountain lake scene.

Editing a Beach Scene (Bookshelf)

February 28, 2026

We closed out the month with a new Bookshelf lesson focused on refining a coastal scene from start to finish.

In Editing a Beach Scene, you’ll learn how to:

  • Add punch and depth to the shoreline
  • Enhance texture in sand and rocks
  • Keep water soft and dreamy
  • Refine color for a vibrant coastal finish

This lesson includes a downloadable practice file so you can follow along step-by-step — reinforcing the structured editing system that helps you Become A Master of ON1 Photo RAW.

Editing a beach scene in ON1 Photo RAW featuring an aerial coastal shoreline with turquoise water, sand, and rocks enhanced for depth and color.

Check Out February’s Photo Remix Challenge Winner!

February 27, 2026

February’s Photo Remix Challenge once again showcased the creativity and storytelling power of the ON1 Plus community.

After counting all community votes, Paula Brown was crowned our February ON1 Plus Photo Remix Champion! 

  • Winner: Paula Brown
  • Prize: $100 Gift Card to the ON1 Merch Store

Every submission demonstrated strong editing workflow, intentional use of masking tools, and creative vision. The Photo Remix Challenge continues to inspire photographers to push their skills and apply what they’ve learned inside ON1 Photo RAW.

Winning image from the February ON1 Plus Photo Remix Challenge featuring a creative wildlife composite of a bear catching a fish with artistic paint splatter effects.

February at a Glance

February delivered:

  • Advanced compositing techniques
  • Wildlife and action workflows
  • Masking mastery in live sessions
  • Landscape detail strategies
  • Exclusive creative textures
  • Community recognition and inspiration

If you’re serious about building a consistent photo editing workflow, improving your RAW photo editing skills, and continuing to Learn ON1 Photo RAW, ON1 Plus remains The #1 Resource for ON1 & Photography.

New training. New assets. New opportunities to grow.