The 5 Rules of Color Correction in Lightroom
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.
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.
How to Correct Distortion in Images in Lightroom 4
In this tutorial, we will demonstrate how to correct the distortion in an image with the Lens Corrections Panel in Lightroom 4. Distortion naturally occurs from the camera lens that was used to capture the shot. Oftentimes, using the Crop Overlay Tool is not enough to straighten out the horizon lines in our image. Instead, the distortion needs to be fixed with the Lens Corrections Panel.
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.
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.
Breaking News! Panasonic & Fuji Developed World’s First Organic Sensor with 29.2 stops of Dynamic Range
Breaking news! Fujifilm and Panasonic co-developed the world’s first organic sensor! Not only is it the first organic sensor for digital cameras, it also boasts roughly 29.2 stops of dynamic range!
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.
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.
