Adobe
Adobe Photoshop, first released in 1990, is the standard image editing software used by photographers, designers, and artists. Its layering system, color management tools, and extensive plugin ecosystem have made it indispensable in professional photography and digital art workflows.

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“Gursky uses Adobe Photoshop extensively for post-production compositing and image manipulation, constructing his large-scale photographs from multiple exposures. This is documented in his published interviews and exhibition materials.”
Last updated March 7, 2026