I’ve been wondering if our dependence on tools like Photoshop is stunting our growth as photographers — not that I don’t use them, but sometimes it feels like it’s masking our skills. How do you find a balance?
I get where you’re coming from — editing can be a crutch. Sometimes I’ll shoot in black and white to focus on composition and lighting without relying on post-processing. Have you tried any techniques like that?
And i think shooting straight out of camera can sharpen our skills. Have you tried limiting edits to just exposure adjustments? It’s eye-opening! 
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It’s definitely a challenge to find that balance. I’ve started setting myself limits with edits, like only adjusting exposure, which really helps me focus on the fundamentals. @owhu624 nailed it — this approach can be eye-opening! How do you decide when to push those limits?