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Sep 16
NOTE: This article pertains to Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4. Version 5 is also available, and the steps will be similar though may not... show more
NOTE: This article pertains to Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4. Version 5 is also available, and the steps will be similar though may not match exactly. Lightroom is a very powerful tool for viewing, organizing, retouching and sharing your photos. At first glance, it may seem that the program is too complex to be mastered quickly. [...] Related posts: Tone Adjustments in Lightroom My Lightroom Workflow Clarity vs. Sharpening in Lightroom show less
Sep 02
It’s finally September, and psychologically the end of summer. The triple-digit heat still holds Arizona in its grip, though, so I... show more
It’s finally September, and psychologically the end of summer. The triple-digit heat still holds Arizona in its grip, though, so I still spend my days inside, in air-conditioned comfort. Luckily for me I have a subscription to Kelby Training. Just because I can’t physically wander the streets, camera in hand, doesn’t mean that I can’t [...] Related posts: 10 Tips for a Great Photo Walk 10 More Tips to Prepare for a Once In A Lifetime Photo Op Photography 101 – Exposure Bracketing show less
Aug 19
It’s really hot in Arizona right now. So hot that the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the Valley of the... show more
It’s really hot in Arizona right now. So hot that the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the Valley of the Sun. I would think that the heat advisory would be implied, since it’s a) mid-August; and b) it’s the Phoenix metropolitan area. It sort of goes without saying that the temperature [...] Related posts: Photoshop CS3 – Create a Black and White Image Straightening a Photo in Photoshop How to Fix Washed Out Skies in Landscape Photos show less
Aug 07
We typically know, within a few seconds of viewing a photograph, whether we “like” it or not. It’s an automatic... show more
We typically know, within a few seconds of viewing a photograph, whether we “like” it or not. It’s an automatic assessment, one that speaks to our instincts and our sense of aesthetics. When you’re learning to take great photos, though, it really helps to go through the process of understanding why we like or do [...] Related posts: The Rule of Thirds Explained Six Tips to Instantly Improve Your Landscape Photography Three Simple Tips to INSTANTLY Improve Your Photography show less
Aug 05
NOTE: This article pertains to Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4. Version 5 is also available, and the steps will be similar though may not... show more
NOTE: This article pertains to Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4. Version 5 is also available, and the steps will be similar though may not match exactly. “Tone” refers to the presence and quality of the highlights, shadows, whites and blacks contained within the photo. This is related to, but different than, “exposure” which refers to how [...] Related posts: The First Three Things to Learn in Lightroom Curves Explained My Lightroom Workflow show less
Jul 01
Hello friends! I’m back from my vacation on the Maine Coast. There is probably some sort of scientific explanation that has to do... show more
Hello friends! I’m back from my vacation on the Maine Coast. There is probably some sort of scientific explanation that has to do with global positioning and the subsequent direction of the light coming from the sun, but it just seems to me that the quality of light in the northeastern United States is just [...] Related posts: Maine Photo Highlights Location Photography – Maine Inspiration Board Tuesday: Maine Momma show less
May 10
This post is written and sponsored by Venture Photography. Portrait photography is highly specific. To be successful, you need great... show more
This post is written and sponsored by Venture Photography. Portrait photography is highly specific. To be successful, you need great understanding of aesthetics and the right equipment which is why many couples and families turn to professional photographers for their group photo shoots. Proper light is very important for capturing the best facial features and [...] Related posts: 3 Ways to improve your Outdoor Portrait Photography Review: Studio Lighting 101 Workshop by SnapFactory Some Lighting Tips for Beginners show less
Apr 17
Hello friends! Just a brief note for those of you reading this via Google Reader, which will be defunct on July 1st, 2013. As a... show more
Hello friends! Just a brief note for those of you reading this via Google Reader, which will be defunct on July 1st, 2013. As a replacement feed reader solution, I have been using Feedly and I highly recommend it. The reader layout is similar to that of Google Reader, and it was as easy as [...] Related posts: Budget Lens Recommendation: Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4.5-5.6 IS Site Update: Comments/RSS Now Working Beyond Megapixels gets Google PageRank 4 show less
Apr 15
(Click on photos to see larger versions.) Most weekends my husband and I head out to explore the many off-road trails that Arizona has to... show more
(Click on photos to see larger versions.) Most weekends my husband and I head out to explore the many off-road trails that Arizona has to offer. We have seen hundreds of stunning sights from the safety and comfort of our Jeep. As our skills and confidence have grown, we have tackled more and more challenging [...] Related posts: Going Pro – How to Prioritize Gear Purchases How to Clean Your Lenses Properly Tips for Keeping Your Camera Clean show less
Apr 09
My husband and I frequent a local bar, who last weekend featured a Judas Priest tribute band. We’re both big fans of Priest, so we... show more
My husband and I frequent a local bar, who last weekend featured a Judas Priest tribute band. We’re both big fans of Priest, so we were enthusiastic to attend. I asked the bar manager beforehand if it would be okay for me to take photos while the band played. Not every band, and not every [...] Related posts: Seven Pop Up Flash Tips How To Photograph a Waterfall Light Meter Basics show less