Week 12, 2026
Oscar Workflows, AI Layers, and a Premiere Fix: Week 12
It was a busy week in the world of video and film. Oscar-nominated filmmakers shared their tool choices, AI keeps finding new ways to save time, and Adobe Premiere finally fixed something that drove editors crazy. Here is what caught my eye.
Adobe Blog
Why Oscar-Nominated Filmmakers Chose Adobe
Adobe asked several filmmakers nominated for the 2026 Oscars about their tool choices. Their answers show just how deeply Premiere Pro and After Effects are embedded in professional productions. An honest look behind the scenes.
PetaPixel
Canva's New AI Tool Turns Flat Images Into Editable Layers
Canva introduced an AI tool that separates a flat image into individual editable layers. What used to take careful manual work now happens in a few clicks. For anyone who works with visuals regularly, this is a genuine time-saver.
Fstoppers
Three New Photoshop Adjustment Layers Change Your Workflow
Photoshop has gained three new adjustment layers that directly affect everyday editing and post-production work. Fstoppers took a close look at each one. If you work a lot with still images or thumbnails, these are worth knowing about.
No Film School
Virtual Production: The Mandalorian Tech Empowering Indie Filmmakers
The LED wall technology from productions like The Mandalorian is no longer reserved for Hollywood. No Film School shows how independent filmmakers are using the same tech to create elaborate sets without big budgets. A look at a shift that is changing the industry.
Pro Video Coalition
Adobe Premiere Beta Finally Fixes a Long-Hated Annoyance
The latest Adobe Premiere Pro beta includes a fix that many editors have been waiting a long time for. Pro Video Coalition breaks down exactly what changed and why it matters. Sometimes it is the small things that make daily work feel better.
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