This month's competition is all about what happens after you take the photo.

Editing is where your image becomes something usable, not just something you captured.

Your challenge is to edit your image in a way that enhances it without overdoing it.

What to focus on

• Keep it natural

• Avoid over editing and unrealistic colours

• Create a consistent look

• Develop a style that feels clean and simple

Edit for use

Think about where your image could be used.

Mobile tips

• Adjust highlights and shadows for balance

• Keep colours realistic, especially sea and sky

• Check your image at full size before submitting

Submission guidelines

• One image per free member

• Two images for paid members

• Minimum 12 megapixel image

• Mobile phone only

• Light editing only

• No heavy filters or extreme effects

What we are looking for

• Clean and natural edit

• Balanced exposure

• An image that feels ready to use

A great photo can be ruined by bad editing.

A good edit can make a photo valuable.

Now show us your finish.

What to submit

• The original unedited photo

• The final edited copy

• A screenshot showing the EXIF data of the photo (minimum 12 MP must be clear)