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Photoshop, Lightroom and Digital Camera Blog

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 02:19:05 EDT

Hi folks, in case you're interested I have started a PS, LR and Digital Camera blog at http://www.digitaldailydose.wordpress.com If you have topics or questions you'd like to see addressed, there is a link on the main page on the right to send me an email. Laura

photo shoot

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:37:42 EDT

vintage style

Lightroom 2

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 12:27:13 EDT

Adobe has released Lightroom 2. Looks like some local adjustments have been added. http://www.adobe.com/products/photoshoplightroom/

Aperture 2 Released

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 12:45:46 EST

Apple has released Aperture 2.0 and I just got done taking it for a spin. Here are some thoughts: Interface has changed for the better. A bit less cluttered and the filmstrip option for thumbnails is nice. Someone at Apple has been using Lightroom I guess. Imagine that - a better interface...

Converting to B&W

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 16:03:54 EST

G'day Everyone I was wondering if there is a definative answer to the question of converting colour Digital files to B&W? I have seen so many ways to do it that I am totaly confused and wishing I had a film camera and a dark room here. Can anyone please help me with a way to convert to B&W and...

Canon Pixma Pro 9500 Promo

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 19:11:40 EDT

Get a free Spyder 2 calibration tool with purchase of a Pixma 9500 at the Canon estore. http://estore.usa.canon.com/SearchResults.asp?PARENTOID=7004

Adobe Lightroom 1.1 Update

Mon, 02 Jul 2007 11:14:17 EDT

Adobe has released an update to Lightroom: http://www.adobe.com/downloads/updates/ Please make sure you view the ReadMe that is included in the download as there are some big changes. Looks like these changes include the database, so make sure you have a BACKUP. Enjoy, Coby

random shots of philly and others from my school semester

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 13:07:13 EDT

photos of philly and photos from my semesters at slippery rock university the house without walls in this series were done digitally for my digital class

Sample Slideshow PDF

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 14:27:40 EDT

Here is a simple demo of the default slideshow from Lightroom. It should open in Adobe Acrobat Reader, which will probably ask you if it's OK to view full screen.

Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 1.0

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 10:42:41 EST

The English-language version of Photoshop Lightroom will debut at the special introductory price of $199. After April 30, 2007, the normal retail price of $299 will come into effect. (Adobe is proud to support the efforts of teachers and students, who may purchase Photoshop Lightroom 1.0 for $99.)

Best way to store digital images?

Wed, 17 Jan 2007 18:05:51 EST

I appologize if this subject has already been discussed. Just wondering how you all are storing/backing up your images? CDs, DVDs, hard drives? Jewel cases or wallet-album things? Where do you store the CDs or DVDs themselves? Thanks for your input, -Carla

Photoshop CS3 Beta Release

Tue, 12 Dec 2006 00:30:51 EST

According to Think Secret, a Mac insider news website, "Adobe is planning to release a public beta of Adobe Photoshop CS3 in the near future�possibly by week's end." Check out the article here: http://www.thinksecret.com/news/0612photoshopcs3beta.html Good times! :)

iView News

Wed, 06 Dec 2006 20:34:39 EST

Not sure I mentioned it, but Microsoft bought iView Media this year, and they have just announced the new product line. It will all be shipping Spring 07. http://www.iview-multimedia.com/ Almost looks like they are trying to compete with Adobe/Macromedia products. It will be interesting to...

Need Help with RAW files

Tue, 28 Nov 2006 00:47:19 EST

I recently shot some pictures with my Canon 5D in RAW mode, and when I downloaded them onto my computer, I can't open them. They have a .CR2 extension, and even though I have Photoshop CS and have accessed RAW images from my 10D before, I can't open these. Hopefully someone has some insight!! I...

Digital Workflow Part I

Wed, 22 Nov 2006 23:21:56 EST

Not to worry, this is not another Aperture versus Lightroom debate. While these two new products have had forums abuzz for the last several months, I find that it's a debate that has little real value in getting work done. Granted, it did suck to pay $499 for Aperture before it was really ready...

Photoshop Tip #2 - Moving and Copying Layer Masks

Mon, 30 Oct 2006 15:47:55 EST

You have made a mask for a layer, and now you have a second adjustment layer that you want to use that same mask for. There's no need to build the mask a second time ... just copy it from the first layer: hold down the alt or option key, click once on the mask you want to use and drag it to...

Shutter Lag/RAW

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 18:20:39 EDT

Does anyone know of a good point and shoot that has a short shutter lag time? Also, are there any decent point and shoots that will shoot in RAW? I'm not even sure one exists but would like to hear from you on this. Thanks!

SensorKlear

Fri, 13 Oct 2006 09:48:23 EDT

Has anybody used SensorKlear by LensPen? If so, does it work well?

Photoshop Tip #1

Sat, 07 Oct 2006 00:09:20 EDT

Hi everyone, I thought I'd put up periodic PS tips ... feel free to post your own as well. Photoshop Tip #1 -- Transformational Tips Transform tools (Edit > Transform or Edit> Free Transform) are usually used to distort a pixel layer ... to reduce or increase scale, rotate, change perspective,

Photoshop/Bridge errors -- help!

Thu, 28 Sep 2006 01:35:13 EDT

hi all! i have run into a wee problem that i cannot fix on my own with my humble photoshop talents. i was hoping that someone in this wise community might be able to offer some assistance. i have a batch of wedding photos from the nuptials of my husband's cousin who got married this summer in...