Russell Preston Brown is a digital visionary and Senior Principal Designer at Adobe Inc., known for his transformative contributions to the world of visual design and digital creativity. With a passion for mobile photography, motion graphics, and graphic design, Russell has spent the last forty years helping artists, designers, and photographers unlock the full potential of Adobe tools, especially Photoshop. His creative contributions at the Adobe MAX Conference have earned him a reputation as a key influencer in the digital arts community. A master of blending technical expertise with artistic flair, Russell’s engaging tutorials and dynamic educational content have inspired a global community of creatives. His unique ability to simplify complex techniques and make them accessible to both beginners and seasoned professionals has earned him a reputation as one of the industry’s leading educators and advocates for creative innovation. Russell is also an Emmy Award-winning instructor. Beyond his role at Adobe, Russell is an avid iPhone portrait photographer as well as being passionate about capturing the wonders of the night sky. His work continues to shape the future of design, with a focus on inspiring others to experiment, create, and reimagine what’s possible in the digital realm. Whether through his hands-on workshops, videos, or iconic contributions to Adobe’s creative tools, Russell Preston Brown is a true catalyst for creativity. Russell Preston Brown currently works out of the San Jose, California office of Adobe Inc.