Topaz Labs Lensing Effect is a Photoshop plug-in that adds realistic depth of field simulation and creative filters like neutral density, polarizing, fog, prism affect, soft focus, and much much more. This gives you the flexibility after the shot to add some pretty cool effects without the cost of expensive lenses and add-on filters. The plug-in works with Adobe Photoshop CS 3 – CS 5.5 (32–bit and 64–bit),Adobe Photoshop elements 6–10, Adobe Lightroom 2 and 3 via Topaz fusion express (free with Plug-in), Irfanview, paint shop Pro, photo impact,Serif photo plus. In the Mac world it works with Adobe Photoshop CS3–CS5.5 (32–bit and 64–bit), Adobe Photoshop elements 6–10, Apple Aperture 2 & 3, Lightroom 2 & 3 and iPhoto via Topaz fusion express. The slideshow video below is a demonstration of before and after photos using Topaz Labs Lens Effects. Some of the photos effects have been exaggerated to show what this program can do. Just making subtle adjustments to your photos can make a big difference in the mood and quality of the photos. Don’t forget you can try a full version of Topaz Lens Effects or any of the other Topaz Labs plug-ins for 30 days free. Just below the before and after slide show are a couple of YouTube tutorials on how to use Topaz Labs Lens Effects.
Fun with Topaz Labs Lens Effect Plug-in
Shooting with the Nikon D7000 at Lynda.com
Shooting with the Nikon D7000 digital SLR camera – The author, Ben Long, provides a detailed overview of all the functionality of the Nikon D7000 digital SLR camera. Ben has authored 9 photography training videos for Lynda.com to date. The course starts off with what is a DSLR then moves on to how to attach your lenses, using the different modes, changing image format size, how to use auto exposure bracketing, shooting videos, cleaning your camera and so on. I found Ben’s presentation of this course very easy to understand and complete. After completing this course, you will be able to use your camera and all its functions. Though you may not use every single function on this camera, but by viewing the entire course you will have an idea of what functions are available and be able to determine what are most important to you. I have had several digital SLR cameras and find the best way to get up to speed in a short period of time with these cameras is to view a video like this one on the Nikon D7000. The manuals are nice for quick reference out in the field but, spending hours reading these manuals is enough to put anybody to sleep. So, if you have the Nikon D7000 or would like to learn more about Nikon D7000 try out the video samples below and see if this video tutorial is right for you. The duration of the complete course is 3 hours and 33 min. It was released on 10/28/2011. There are several other cameras available like the Nikon D 5000,Canon 60D and the Canon Rebel T3i (600D and Kiss X5), These, and many other video tutorials are also available at on DVD at Lynda.com.
This video below is on all the buttons and controls on the Nikon D 7000
This video below is about using the continuous shooting mode.
This video below is on using and setting the white balance on your camera.
This video below is about how to use the auto exposure bracketing feature on this camera.
Topaz Adjust 5 Just Released
Topaz labs has just announced its release of Topaz adjust 5. As an owner of Topaz adjust. I get a free upgrade. The new version has 107 new presets, a selective brush that allows you to dodge burn smooth and brush out adjustments, a new apply button which allows you to stack multiple effects and presets. During the same workflow and a finishing touch tap which adds a few more options like warmth, grain, transparency and more.
I had a chance to try this plug-in out last night and these are major upgrades to the plug-in. You can check out the video below to see more about how Topaz adjust 5 works. If you have Topaz adjust already you can upgrade it for free. If you don’t you can try it out free for 30 days. From now until 11/30/2011 Topaz labs is offering a 30% discount on Topaz adjust 5. Just enter the coupon code “ADJUSTME” when purchasing.you can also get that same 30% discount towards the Topaz bundle or any on the lot great as well. along with Topaz adjust 5 they have nine other plug-ins, including topaz B&W effects, Topaz simplify, Topaz clean, Topaz DeJPEG, Topaz lens affect, Topaz, the noise, Topaz detail, Topaz three mask and Topaz in focus. All of these plug-ins are included in the Topaz bundle.
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Learn High Dynamic Range Photography (HDR)
A couple of weeks ago Linda.com announced it had a new training course called Shooting and Processing High Dynamic Range Photographs (HDR). I found this course to be Complete and comprehensive for beginners to advanced. This course is 4 hours 55 min. long. It covers programs like Adobe Photoshop CS5 , the new Nik software HDR Efex Pro and the most popular HDRsoft Photomatix Pro. The Instructor (Ben Long) was easy to understand with step by step instructions on camera setting, shooting technique, and all aspects of using the programs. I found many simple tricks in this course that allowed me to improve my HDR photography. Below is a video sample of the training course shooting and processing high dynamic Range photography.
Find your passion – learn your passion
If you want to learn a new program like HDR photography. Then you will come to the right place.but Linda.com has a whole lot more than just photography everything from operating systems, Photoshop, graphic arts, business applications, computer programming and so on. All in indexed short modules which means you can jump to the particular section that you’re looking for. Many of these courses are eight hours or longer in length. You can try out any of the courses at Lynda.com at any time. Just look for the module titles in light blue and click on them to view these videos for free. So don’t take my word for it try Linda.com for yourself.
One more thing if you are looking for a new career or a new job. Linda.com is a great place to improve your computer skills or learn a whole new career at the fraction of the cost of a college or technical school.
Learn Shooting and Processing High Dynamic Range Photographs (HDR) at Lynda.com
Topaz Labs B&W Effects Plug-in
Topaz Labs released their new B&W Effects plug-in last August. I have not yet tried this new plug-in, But if it is as good as the rest of the Topaz Labs plug-ins like my favorites Adjust and Simplify. It should be a great addition to the Topaz Labs Lineup. In the near future I will be testing out this plug-in and letting you know what I find. In the meantime below is a description of what this plug-in can do.
Topaz B&W Effects, is their new black and white enhancement plug-in for Photoshop. Topaz B&W Effects goes beyond basic conversion methods, giving users the tools to make detailed and stylized enhancements, in addition to historically accurate, traditional black and whites. And with over 150 presets, users can quickly enhance any image with a 1-click workflow. In addition to the common conversion tools, B&W Effects is packed with specialized exposure and contrast control, realistic toning ability, stylized effects and so much more. Categorized into traditional and alternative processes such as Cyanotype and Albumen, B&W Effects also includes a variety of presets that offer a fun and simple way to create impressive imagery,” said Nichole Paschal, senior marketing specialist for Topaz Labs.
The ability to control exposure, detail, contrast and tone is very essential in monochromatic images. Topaz B&W Effects features unique tools like adaptive exposure, a five-in-one selective brush, an advanced grain engine, quad toning, creative effects and finishing effects to help enhance these black and white essentials in an intuitive way. Accurately simulating the look and feel of historic black and white film, although quite challenging, was a key element in making our program so unique. We actually took real film scans and developed them into the software,” said Dr. He Yang, senior software designer at Topaz Labs. Dr. Yang, who spent tremendous effort working on the film simulation and the B&W processing engine, adds, “I am glad to see very positive feedback from the current version. As always, we are going to continue in our efforts to improve upon this release and provide better imaging tools to the photography community. Topaz B&W Effects is a plug-in that works with Photoshop, Photoshop Elements,Aperture, iPhoto, Lightroom and PaintShop Pro. It is compatible with Windows XP or later and Intel-based Macs running OS X 10.5 or later.Photographers looking a great way to create high-impact black and white images invited to try out the new Topaz B&W Effects plug-in for free using the 30-day free trial.
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Build or Buy a Computer for Lightroom 3
Looking to speed up Lightroom 3? In my last article, Speed Up Lightroom 3, I talked about setting up preferences in Lightroom 3 to increase performance and adding a few small upgrades to help speed things up. But, sometimes, your computer may be too old to make a difference. you may need a major upgrade or a new computer.
I recently upgraded my own computer and saw significant Lightroom 3 speed increases. Well, it’s basically a brand-new PC at this point. My old computer had a Gigabyte brand motherboard with the Pentium D dual core processor 2.8 GHz processor with 4 GB of memory. Here is a list of the components I used to build my new PC:
Case – Cooler Master Haf 912 with three additional optional fans. Five fans total. Why so many fans? Heat can kill a computer or at least slows it down. A cool PC is a happy PC.
Power Supply – Antec 520 Watt high current power supply.
Motherboard – Gigabyte brand model Z68X-Ud3-B3 discontinued. (Update December 2011 new generation motherboard Gigabyte brand model GA-Z68X-UD3H-B3) This is my third Gigabyte brand motherboard I have installed in my computers. I just install them and they work.
- LGA1155 CPU Socket
- Intel® Z68 Express Chipset
- 4 x 1.5V DDR3 DIMM sockets supporting up to 32 GB
- 2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
- 4 x SATA 3Gb/s connectors
- Up to 14 USB 2.0 ports 8 external
- Up to 4 USB 3.0 ports 2 external
- ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm
- 6 x audio jacks
- Up to 2 IEEE 1394 port 1 external
CPU – Intel Core I7 2600k 4 core / 8-Way Multitask processor. Unlocked 3.4 GHz and 3.7 GHz in turbo mode. This processor and motherboard combination can be over clocked but it is not necessary at this time.
Memory – 2–Gskill, 4GB, 2 channel DDR3 1600 memory modules for a total of 8 GB.
I used my old hard drive. Seagate 1TB
I also used my old video card – EVGA GeForce 9500 GT 512MB video card. New version EVGA GeForce GT 430 1GB
Operating System – Windows 7 Professional.
Upgrading the PC to this new configuration has dramatically improved my performance when using a program like Lightroom 3. Just starting up Lightroom would take approximately 60 seconds and now it only takes 3 seconds. Other Programs like Photomatix Pro, an HDR plug-in for Lightroom used to take 5 to 6 minutes to process, now takes less than a minute. Another program I use is Proshow Gold, a slide show presentation program, also saw dramatic improvement.
Windows 7 is a real improvement over Windows XP. I chose Windows 7 Professional because it has a Windows XP emulation mode that allows me to run older software that is only compatible with Windows XP.
Conclusion
Upgrading this computer was well worth the expense of about $700 to $800. You may not want to build a computer yourself, but if you’re looking to purchase a new computer you can use the specifications here to give you a guide on what to look in specifications. I hope this article helps you in your photography editing and improves your Lightroom experience.
In a future article I will discuss drive management — how to protect your photos and data.
Places to buy computer and computer parts
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Cameras For HDR Photography
Here’s what to look for in a camera for HDR photography. HDR, or High Dynamic Range ‚Photos start off as 3 or more separate photographs at 3 or more different exposures and then are combined with programs like Photomatix. This process allows one to see the detail in the shadows and highlights that may be lost in a single photograph. It also has the ability to create some pretty cool special effects. The first thing we are going to figure out is what cameras will be best suited for HDR photography. The number one camera function for this is AEB, or Auto Exposure Bracketing. Many of the new digital cameras on the market today have this function. Once you setup this function you can shoot multiple photos by pressing and holding the shutter release until all 3 or more photos are taken. All photos will be shot at the same aperture but at different shutter speeds. One with a proper exposure, one overexposed and one underexposed.
Before we get into camera setup, we need to understand the relationship between exposure compensation and the EV, or Exposure Value. A +1 EV is equal to +1 stop — that means doubling of the time the shutter is open. In the other direction a –1EV is equal to –1 stop — that means cutting the time the shutter is open by one half.
For best results shooting HDR we want a camera with a minimum of + /– 2EV for a total of 4EV range. Also look for a camera with a high frames per second rate (fps). Just remember the best cameras for HDR run in the $3000 to $7000 range. But don’t worry, the lower priced models do a good job as well. The camera I use is my new Nikon D300s that works great and my older Nikon D80 that does a pretty good job as well.
Camera Setup
For best results set the camera to the RAW file format, if available. RAW files have all the information and will even have more detail in the shadows and highlights that are lost in the JPG file format. JPG files from your camera discards a lot of useful information that can help in HDR post processing. Set the exposure compensation EV steps to 1 or 2. (2 is better, if available). Common values in cameras are 1/3, ½, 2/3, .7, 1, 2, 3. Set the camera to auto exposure bracketing. Set the number of 
exposures (most cameras have at least 3 but some have 5, 7 or 9). Just remember, cameras with a maximum 1EV or less may require 5, 7, or even 9 exposures to achieve a 4EV range or more. Set camera’s burst rate to high, if available. This will minimize ghosting of moving objects. Set the camera to Aperture Priority. For best results install the camera on a sturdy tripod and connect a remote cable shutter release. I do not recommended hand holding your camera. You are now ready to shoot.
You can combine your bracketed photos in programs like Photomatix or Photoshop among others.
Below is a list of cameras that meet the minimum requirements or better for HDR. I only listed Canon and Nikon in this chart. If your camera is not on this list it may still be good for HDR. Check you camera manual for the auto exposure bracketing specifications. Please share your questions or comments below and we will get back to you.
Want more information on HDR Photography, check out these books at barnes & Noble. Books on HDR
Want more information on HDR Photography, check out these books at Barnes & Noble. Books on HDR
Compare the Advanced Point and Shoot Cameras
Below is a comparison of the Canon PowerShot G12, Nikon CoolPix P7000 / P7100, Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 and the Samsung TL500. I am really excited about these Advanced Point and Shoot cameras. First of all, they support the RAW file format which is what I shoot. RAW files used in these cameras will keep all the information needed for post processing and the data will have more detail in the shadows and highlights that are lost in the JPEG file format. JPEG files from your camera discards a lot of useful information that will help in post processing. These cameras would make a great backup for a pro or advanced amateur and a fantastic light compact camera for travel. Each of these cameras have their strong points. The chart below the video compares the features that I personally look for in a camera. You may have your own opinion on what’s important to you, but this is a good place to start.
Compare Camera features Chart
Canon PowerShot G12 Digital Camera
While remaining true to many of its predecessor’s features, the G12 comes busting out of the gate with what’s fast becoming a standard on digital cameras: digital video (with stereo sound no less!). Shoot 1280 x 720p HD video with stereo audio using this compact, yet versatile camera. In addition to riding the video tide the G12 also stays competitive with its 10MP still image capture. Shoot RAW and JPEG files to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards, among others, with the help of the camera’s 1/1.7″ CCD image sensor and DIGIC 4 image processor, otherwise referred to as Canon’s HS System. The G12 additionally sports a 3200 ISO setting for excellent shooting in low light settings. Another notable feature on the G12 is its High Dynamic Range. Based on the principle of bracketing, HDR helps you capture a well balanced image that presents both highlights and low lights (AKA: shadow) in an appealing manner — giving your images that pop factor! This function also has an aspect to it named, i-Contrast. i-Contrast lets the user determine the amount of HDR correction that’s applied to the image, which can be helpful in avoiding highlight blowout and keeping details from getting lost in the shadows. Canon’s Tracking AF also comes into play here by allowing the shooter to select a subject to ‘track’ in case of movement while shooting.
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Nikon CoolPix P7000 Digital Camera
Note: Nikon has updated this Camera with a new model (Nikon CoolPix P7100) it is basically the same camera. They fixed a few of the bugs, added a very angle display, at Improve the auto focus and improve the shutter response. August 2011
The Nikon CoolPix P7000 isn’t loaded down with frivolous bells and whistles–it’s got seriously awesome bells and whistles like a 10.1MP CCD sensor, a sharp, wide-angle to telephoto 7.1x optical zoom lens (28-200mm 35mm equivalent) made with Nikon ED glass, 720p HD video, 1.3 frames per second shooting at full resolution, 5-way image stabilization for sharp photos even in low light, and a beautiful 921,000-dot high resolution 3″ LCD display. And you can shoot using JPEG or RAW format for ultimate control over your images. But there’s a lot more. Fast auto focus and start-up, so you never miss a picture waiting for your camera to catch up. Low Noise Night Mode for beautiful photos without flash at night, with minimal noise. Or Subject Tracking to automatically track and auto focus on a moving subject; video recording with optical zoom and stereo sound; and 18 scene modes including the Scene Auto Selector, which automatically recognizes any shooting situation and optimizes all the settings for that scene.
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 Digital Camera
By combining a high-quality lens and sensor ready for a variety of shooting conditions with a wide-range of accessories and manual controls, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 is ideal for professional photographers and serious amateurs looking for a compact digital camera that allows for a full range of creative photography capabilities. The camera incorporates a wide angle f/2.0 aperture Leica DC Vario– Summicron lens with 3.8x wide-angle optical zoom (equivalent to 24mm — 90mm on a 35mm film camera) and the MEGA O.I.S. (Optical Image Stabilizer) system. The camera also incorporates an enhanced 1/1.63-inch CCD that is capable of capturing 10.1-Megapixels and has been designed to provide more space for each pixel to minimize image noise and optimize image quality and dynamic range. The CCD is also capable of reproducing images in 4 aspect ratios (4:3, 3:2, 16:9 or 1:1), and the Multi Aspect mode allows the camera to take an image in all three aspect ratios simultaneously. It also boasts the Venus Engine FHD high performance image processing LSI to dramatically reduce image noise (even using the high sensitivity setting of ISO 12800), and provide fast shooting performance with an incredibly fast shutter lag, and burst shooting capability.
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Samsung’s TL500 Digital Camera
Samsung TL500 is their most ambitious point-and-shoot yet: a 10-megapixel camera with a F1.8–2.4 Schneider-KREUZNACH 35mm equivalent 24-72mm lens that is one of the fastest and one of the widest lenses in this category. This gives the TL500 a decided edge in shooting under low-light conditions and provides a more professional look for your photos (the 24mm lens is a workhorse for many professionals, but rarely found in this class of camera). Coupled with ISO ratings stretching up to 3200 and the Dual Image Stabilization system, the TL500 can handle almost any situation that you encounter. In addition to a wide range of shooting and focusing modes, creative color effects (Sketch, Defog, Soft, Vivid, Forest, Retro, Cool, Calm, Classic, Negative, Custom RGB), automatic optimized settings for common situations (Night, Portrait, Fireworks, Macro, Sunset, Backlight, etc.), and a “smart” filter that gives you fish-eye, vignetting, and “miniature” effects; the TL500 gives you professional tools like a hot-shot for an auxiliary flash (in addition to the built-in flash), plus RAW and JPEG shooting capability for getting the absolute best from your photographs.
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Conclusion
All 4 of these cameras will take stunning photographs, but in my opinion, the Nikon takes first place. I really like the 5 exposure auto bracketing (great for HDR), optical viewfinder, 28-200mm (35mm equiv.) F2.8 lens and stereo input jack for video. Canon takes a close second place with many of the features of the Nikon. The Canon also has a cool underwater mode (requires underwater housing), an HDR mode and a Vari-Angled LCD screen. Panasonic has a legendary Leica 24-90mm (35mm equiv.) F2.0–3.3 lens and you can get an optional External Live View Finder. Samsung has a very wide-angle 24-72mm (35mm equiv.) fast F1.8-F2.4 Schneider lens. Depending on your needs, any of these cameras will do the trick. So do your homework and get the camera that’s right for you.
Photography Courses at Lynda.com
lynda.com is a great resource for software video education, but what you may not know is that Lynda.com also has education videos on photography and profiles on professional photographers. I’m a visual leaner and I expect a good majority of you are too. Video training is perfect for me. Learning from a book or user manual takes a lot of time and, let’s face it, will probably put you and me to sleep. I really like Lynda.com. This site has over 940 training courses and Over 57,000 tutorials on all sorts of subjects, including, of course, photography. But, it also has courses on Photoshop (all versions), Lightroom 2 & 3, video editing, web design, MAC & PC operating systems, computer programming, MS office and much more. You can visit Lynda.com for a complete list of courses. For a low monthly subscription fee you have access to all of the courses available and you can cancel at any time. What I really like is that the courses are set up into small modules by individual topics, which means you can view only the parts you need. Another thing I like is, lets say you’re looking to purchase a photo editing program and can’t decide if it’s right for you, you can take a few lessons for that program to see if its right for you. Anyways, if you’re looking to learn something new or sharpen up your skills for your job or even a new employment, lynda.com is a real bargain and may be right for you. Since this is a site on photography, below is a list of photography courses you may be interested in. Many of the courses are also available on DVD for purchase. One more thing — you can preview some of the modules for any of the courses for free. Look for lessons with the underline and click on them to preview the lesson or module. I use lynda.com and can highly recommend it. So check this out!
Click here to get your 7-day free trial to lynda.com.
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Below are a few Photography Courses at lynda.com
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Foundations of Photography: Exposure
Description
Author: Ben Long Deration (hr:min): 3:24 DVD coming soon!
Arriving at the best exposure for a photo is part science and part art. In Foundations of Photography: Exposure, Ben Long helps Photographers expand their artistic options by giving them a deep understanding of shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and all other critical exposure practices. This course covers the basic exposure controls provided by all digital SLR cameras, as well as most advanced pointandshoot models. Learn how to master a camera’s metering modes, how to use exposure compensation and bracketing, and much more. By the end of the course, you’ll know how to develop an “exposure strategy” that will allow you to effectively employ your exposure knowledge in any shooting situation.
NOTE: In this course, the author mentions a forthcoming installment in the Foundations of Photography series, Foundations of Photography: Lenses. We expect to publish this course later this quarter.
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Digital Photography Principles: The Camera
Description
Author: Derrick Story Duration (hr:min): 3:17 Also available on DVD
Even the simplest, most compact digital camera is capable of taking magazinequality shots, once the user has a working knowledge of its features. In Digital Photography Principles: The Camera, Derrick Story shows how to master and take advantage of everything from basic resolution settings to the latest imaging technologies. He teaches even beginning digital photographers how to apply techniques that will have friends asking, “How was that shot taken?”
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Product Photography for ECommerce
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Author: Dane Howard Duration (hr:min): 1:46 Also available on DVD
In Product Photography for ECommerce, designer Dane Howard shows how to take professional-looking photographs that showcase products and build buyers’ trust. Using a practical approach, Dane covers objects from collectible coins to real estate, and the lessons can be applied to just about anything that can be sold online.When it comes time to capture images in the studio, Dane discusses how to select a camera and other equipment on any budget. He shares his favorite tips and tricks for getting the most out of camera angles, backgrounds, and scene lighting. He reviews image editing basics, such as cropping and retouching photographs, and explains how to take a presentation beyond a 360-degree view with the integration of rich media.
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Other Courses
Below is a list of video courses just related to digital photography. Of course, there are many more titles, too long to list here. This site has over 940 training courses and over 57,000 tutorials, most are full length courses equal to a full semester of college. For a full list visit lynda.com
Description - Duration (hrs:min) — Release Date
Deke’s Techniques 0:30 01/11
Foundations of Photography: Exposure 3:24 12/10
Richard Koci Hernandez, Multimedia Journalist 1:45 12/10
iPhoto ’11 Essential Training 4:13 12/10
Photoshop Elements 9 Essential Training 11:20 11/10
Photoshop Lightroom 3 Advanced Techniques 6:45 11/10
Photoshop Elements 9: Scanning and Restoring Photos 2:38 11/10
Photoshop CS5 OneonOne: Mastery 20:01 09/10
Photoshop CS5: Athletic Retouching Projects 6:10 09/10
Photoshop CS5: Fashion Retouching Projects 4:29 09/10
Photoshop CS5: Creative Compositing 4:41 09/10
Photoshop CS5: Selections in Depth 3:45 08/10
Photoshop CS5 OneonOne: Advanced 26:25 08/10
Photoshop CS5: Creative Effects 7:19 07/10
Photoshop CS5: Painting with the Mixer Brush 2:27 07/10
Photoshop CS5: Portrait Retouching 11:02 07/10
Photoshop CS5 for the Web 5:59 07/10
Photoshop CS5: Landscape Photography 6:43 07/10
Photo Assignment: OffCamera Flash 0:49 07/10
Natalie Fobes, Photographer 0:54 07/10
Photoshop Lightroom 3 Essential Training 13:24 06/10
Photoshop Lightroom 3 New Features 3:32 06/10
Photoshop CS5 for Photographers: Camera Raw 6 6:28 05/10
Photoshop CS5 for Photographers 12:25 05/10
Photoshop CS5 OneonOne: Fundamentals 17:34 05/10
Photoshop CS5 Top 5 1:09 05/10
Photoshop CS5 Essential Training 11:15 04/10
Aperture 3 Essential Training 8:03 04/10
Photoshop and Bridge CS5 for Photographers New Features 2:47 04/10
Photoshop CS5 New Features 2:49 04/10
Getting Pro Results from a Compact Camera 1:01 01/10
Photoshop Top 40 7:13 12/09
Product Photography for ECommerce 1:46 12/09
Photoshop CS4: Image Compositing for Photographers 2:47 12/09
Photoshop CS4: Smart Objects 8:11 11/09
Photo Assignment: Backlit Portraits 0:24 10/09
Photo Assignment: Fill Flash Portraits 0:17 10/09
Photoshop Elements 8 for Mac Essential Training 6:41 10/09
Photo Assignment: Natural Light Portraits 0:22 10/09
Photoshop CS4: Sharpening Images New Features 0:58 09/09
Photoshop Elements 8 for Windows Essential Training 8:50 09/09
Photoshop CS4: Layer Masks in Depth 4:20 08/09
Photoshop CS4: Color Correction 6:58 08/09
Flickr Essential Training 4:09 07/09
Photoshop CS4: Selections in Depth 3:51 07/09
Rick Smolan, Photographer 1:17 06/09
Photoshop CS4 Power Shortcuts 6:21 06/09
Photoshop CS4: Image Adjustments in Depth 3:46 06/09
Photoshop CS4 OneonOne: Mastery 13:08 05/09
Photoshop CS4: Blend Mode Magic 2:58 05/09
Photoshop CS4: Layers in Depth 7:40 05/09
iPhoto to Aperture: Going Pro 2:40 05/09
iPhoto ’09 Essential Training 2:56 05/09
Photoshop CS4 OneonOne: Advanced 20:58 05/09
iPhoto ’09: 10 Things to Know About Facebook 0:52 04/09
Photoshop CS4 Retouching: Fashion Photography Projects 7:02 04/09
iLife ’09 New Features 2:18 04/09
iPhoto ’09: 10 Things to Know About Flickr 0:42 03/09
iPhoto ’09: 10 Things to Know About Places 0:45 03/09
iPhoto ’09: 10 Things to Know About Faces 0:46 03/09
Photoshop CS4 for Photographers: Desktop Printing Techniques 5:11 02/09
Photoshop CS4 Portrait Retouching Essential Training 12:23 02/09
Photoshop CS4 for Photographers: Creative Color 4:28 01/09
Photoshop CS4 for Photographers: Creative Effects 7:50 01/09
Photoshop CS4 for Photographers: Camera Raw 7:04 12/08
Photoshop CS4 OneonOne: Fundamentals 14:24 12/08
Photoshop CS4 for Photographers 14:50 11/08
Photoshop CS4 Essential Training 7:56 10/08
VUVOX Collage: Online Media Mashups 1:30 10/08
Photoshop CS4 Getting Started 2:05 09/08
Photoshop Elements 6 for Mac Essential Training 8:23 09/08
Photoshop Elements 7 for Windows Essential Training 6:42 09/08
Photoshop CS4 New Features 1:38 09/08
Big Spaceship Animated Logo: Start to Finish 0:17 08/08
Photoshop Lightroom 2 Essential Training 8:15 08/08
Aperture 2 Essential Training 5:50 07/08
Photoshop Express Beta Essential Training 2:26 06/08
Beyond Skin: Going Deeper with Photoshop CS3 3:57 06/08
Douglas Kirkland, Photographer 1:15 05/08
Digital Photography Principles: The Camera 3:17 03/08
Photoshop CS3 Portrait Retouching Techniques 8:36 03/08
Photoshop CS3 Portrait Retouching Essentials 10:20 03/08
Photoshop Lightroom 1.3 for Digital Photographers 7:19 02/08
Photoshop CS3 Sharpening Images 10:33 02/08
Aperture 2 New Features 1:17 02/08
Photoshop CS3 Channels & Masks: Advanced Techniques 20:48 11/07
iPhoto ’08 Essential Training 4:18 11/07
Photoshop Lightroom 1.1 New Features 2:06 10/07
Photoshop CS3 Channels & Masks: The Essentials 12:30 09/07
Photoshop CS3 Creative Photographic Techniques 10:59 08/07
Photoshop CS3 for Photographers 13:20 06/07
Photoshop CS3 Color Correction 7:14 06/07
Photoshop CS3 OneonOne: Advanced Techniques 9:36 04/07
Photoshop CS3 OneonOne: Beyond the Basics 10:47 04/07
Photoshop CS3 OneonOne: The Essentials 8:42 04/07
Photoshop CS3 New Features 1:35 03/07
Photoshop Lightroom Essential Training 5:24 02/07
Digital Asset Management for Photographers 4:14 02/07
Aperture 1.5 Beyond the Basics 3:36 12/06
Photoshop Elements 5 Essential Training 12:57 10/06
Photoshop CS2 Mastering Camera Raw 11:49 10/06
Secrets to Selling and Publishing Photography 5:57 08/06
Aperture 1.1 Essential Training 6:42 07/06
iPhoto 6 Essential Training 5:38 06/06
Enhancing Digital Photography with Photoshop CS2 14:34 03/06
Picasa 2 Essential Training 4:19 10/05
Getting Started with Paint Shop Pro X 4:14 09/05
iPhoto 5 Essential Training 4:39 08/05
Family Photography: Taking and Sharing Great Photographs 5:12 07/05
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Fun With Topaz Labs Adjust
Topaz Labs Adjust 4 is a Photoshop plug-in. It also works with Lightroom, Aperture and others programs. Adjust is powerful exposure, detail, color and noise adjustment filter. You can create HDR like photos from a single photo. Adjust can also turn a plain photo into a stunning fine art photo in just minutes. You are only limited by your own imagination. Once you have created what you like, you can save the settings as a preset for your future work. I like Topaz Labs Adjust 4 for its ability to bring back the color, detail and exposure to what I saw when I first photographed an object. I also used Adobe Lightroom for some minor final adjustments. I can highly recommend Topaz Labs Adjust and all the other plug-ins in the Topaz Labs bundle. I use them all. The Video below has some examples of before and after photos using Topaz Labs Adjust 4.
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You can download Topaz Labs Adjust 4 as a free trial and start using it in just a few minutes.
Along with Topaz Lab Adjust 4 you get a download user guides, learning center with video tutorials, user forum, tech support, and user galleries.
Compatibility
The plug-in Topaz Lab Adjust 4 is compatible with:
Mac system: OS 10.4, 10.5 10.6
Mac software: Adobe Photoshop CS3-CS5, Adobe Photoshop Elements 6–9, Apple Aperture 2 and 3, Adobe Lightroom 2 and 3, Apple iPhoto
Please note: Aperture, Lightroom and iPhoto require the free Topaz Fusion Express software add on.
Windows Systems: Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit all Windows versions)
Windows software: Adobe Photoshop CS3-CS5 (32-bit and 64-bit), Adobe Photoshop Elements 6–9, Adobe Lightroom 2 and 3 with the free Topaz Fusion Express software add on, Irfanview, PaintShop Pro, Photo and Serif Photo Plus.
1 GB RAM Minimum for both Mac and Windows
Not compatible with the PowerPC processors like G4 or G5.
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