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The 5 Rules of Color Correction
In this article, we will go over the 5 "rules" of color correction. These rules include color calibrating your monitor, using a high quality wide gamete display, working in a semi-dark area, making largest adjustments first, and remembering that color correction is somewhat subjective. Following these 5 rules will help you get the best quality out of your images.
Artisan State Releases $10 Little Black Book with Upgraded Features
I recently had the opportunity to review Artisan State's Little Black Book prototype. I had been looking for an affordable mini album option for my own family photos, as well as a more sophisticated alternative to the popular accordion mini books to offer my clients as a gift or package upgrade so these "Little Black Books" intrigued me. I, along with other photographers, offered some suggestions to Artisan State for improving the book and they listened! The book is now available for photographers to order with a few upgrades.
How to Correct Lens Vignetting and Create Artistic Vignetting in Lightroom 4
In this tutorial, we will demonstrate how to correct the vignette on your images in Lightroom 4 with the Lens Corrections Panel. In addition, we will demonstrate how to create artistic vignettes as well as explain when it is appropriate to apply artistic vignettes on your images.
Celebrity Photoshop Transformations: Before And After
Photoshop is used on most commercial images these days. It's expected. It's the new norm. But the Photoshopping isn't only used to thin out arms or clean up blemishes as you might expect. Besides thinning, it's also used to add curves, structure, and muscles. Some celebrities have worked really hard at the gym only to have their cover photo hit the newsstands making them look as untoned as ever (see below).
Don’t Throw Away that Image! How to Save and Edit an Imperfect Capture
Sometimes we get an image that has great content but is techinically imperfect. Rather than throwing away a misfocused image for example, we can show you how to save and improve that image.
Interview: Surreal World’s made by 14-Year-Old Photographer Zev Hoover
Known by his Flickr username Fiddle Oak, 14-year-old Zev Hoover has been causing quite a stir on the internet over his fairytale-like, surreal photographs. I interviewed Hoover this week to get some insight into his 'miniature worlds' and to discuss his path to photography, inspiration and camera of choice.
A Nikon User’s Week With Canon
I’ve always shot Nikon. So why did I break the sanctity of manufacturer loyalty and go with a used 5D MarkII? Well, let me explain.
Is the 15″ Macbook Pro Retina the Ultimate Photographer’s Laptop?
Is the 15" Macbook Pro Retina the Ultimate Photographer's Laptop? For many photographers, it may the ultimate laptop. We have reasons why it's really good and why it's not so good.
Comparing the Nikon 300mm 2.8G VRII with the Nikon 300mm F4
I had the opportunity to shoot with the beastly Nikkor 300mm 2.8G VRII lens this week. The local camera shop, Focalpoint Photography, has started a rental service and I was able to get the lens at a great dray rate of only $30. The reason I needed the 300 2.8 was that I was going to a night game for the Portland Thorns, and I was pretty sure that the 300 F4 I own was not going to cut it.
InstaPicMix Free Review | The Best Photo Collage App
Photography Blogger has launched a new iPhone and iPad app called InstaPicMix. While there are a lot of collage apps on the market, this one is simply the best one we’ve found. Why? Because of the following reason:
Soft Proofing: A New Feature in the Develop Module Toolbar in Lightroom 4
Soft Proofing is unique and new to Lightroom 4. In this article, we will briefly discuss the Soft Proofing option found in the Develop Module Toolbar. This option is extremely useful for those who are advanced in Color Profiling for printing.
Going Minimal With Blackstone Bags Urban Quiver 3.0 Pack – Gear Review
When it comes to camera sling bags, Blackstone Bag's Urban Quiver 3.0 definitely stands out. It is stylish without being loud, and because the camera compartment access is against your back when wearing it, you don't have to worry about camera theft as much. So is this the go-to bag for a day excursion?
