Five Star Gift Ideas

For your husband, who has a keen interest in photography editing and photo manipulation, I have a few gift ideas that could enhance his skills and indulge his passion.

1. Professional Editing Software: Consider gifting him a subscription to a top-of-the-line editing software like Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom. These programs provide extensive tools and features for advanced editing, allowing him to take his skills to the next level. Alternatively, if he already has editing software, you could upgrade his current version to the latest release.

2. Online Photography Courses: Help him sharpen his skills by enrolling him in an online photography course. Choose one that focuses specifically on photo editing and manipulation techniques. Websites like Udemy, CreativeLive, and Coursera offer a wide range of courses taught by experts in the field.

3. Editing and Manipulation Tools: To make his editing process more efficient and precise, gift him an editing tablet. These tablets offer pen-like precision and pressure sensitivity, allowing him to have greater control over his edits. Alternatively, you could consider a programmable editing console that offers customizable buttons, dials, and sliders, simplifying his workflow.

4. Photography Editing Books: There are numerous books available that delve into advanced editing techniques, tips, and tricks. Look for titles that specifically focus on photo manipulation or specific software tools. Some highly recommended books include "Adobe Photoshop CC for Photographers" by Martin Evening and "The Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic CC Book" by Martin Evening.

5. External Hard Drive or Cloud Storage: As your husband engages in extensive photo editing, he will likely accumulate a vast collection of edited photographs. To ensure his work remains safe and easily accessible, gift him an external hard drive with a large storage capacity or a subscription to a cloud storage service like Dropbox or Google Drive.

6. Photography Editing Accessories: Look for unique accessories that can enhance his editing experience. This could include a dual monitor setup to expand his workspace, a color calibration tool to ensure accurate color representation, or even a mini-fridge for keeping drinks handy during long editing sessions.

7. Print and Frame His Edited Photographs: A meaningful and personal touch would be to select one of his favorite edited photographs and get it professionally printed and framed. This will not only encourage him to display his work proudly but also serve as a reminder of the progress he's made in his editing skills.

Remember, the most important thing is to show your support and interest in his hobby. By choosing a thoughtful gift that aligns with his passion for photography editing and manipulation, you will undoubtedly make his birthday memorable.

Or you can get him a star map with the date when he was born.

Burcin Dalkanat says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“It was such a sentimental and romantic present for my husband's birthday (since he is so into astronomy and the moon on the background). The order came super well packaged, and now it is the gem in the basement :)”