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Using Luminar with Photos for Mac

Chris Anson 01/19/2019 0

In this article, I’m going to show you how to use Luminar 3 with Photos for Mac. Then you’ll have the amazing filters and presets available to use with those photographs. First, you need to be on macOS 10.11 or later. To find out what version of macOS you have, click on the Apple logo in the…

Photography Marketing: Supplementary services for the slow season

Bryan Esler 01/21/2019 0

As a corporate event photographer, January and February is undoubtedly one of the slower parts of my year. During this time I do a lot of reflection and preparation for my business, so I’m ready to go once spring hits. But let’s be honest, we all need some income. The bills don’t stop. This year,…

Business

Quick Tip: Use a V-flat to flag light and prevent light spill on the background

Vanelli 01/21/2019 0

A quick tip oh how to use a V-flat to Flag light and prevent light spill on the background.

Lighting Photography

All about eyes — dark circle removal & eye sizing in Perfectly Clear

Kevin Ames 01/18/2019 0

Two of the refinements that flummox a lot of photographers who are not seasoned retoucher are for eyes. Dark circles, especially the subtle ones and eyes that aren’t the same size are hard and impossible respectively in Lightroom. Perfectly Clear Complete has facial recognition that, coupled with tools for fixing these issues, makes it easy to do.…

Software Tutorials

Reflections on beauty standards and photo editing, part two

Michèle Grenier 01/21/2019 0

The golden ratio or golden mean — have you already heard about it? It’s a very popular composition rule in the photographic world. But did you know there is a golden ratio for a face’s beauty as well? What are those ratios based on, and how do people look like with those perfect features? Here’…

Opinion

Sony announces a6400 with Real-time Eye AF

Bryan Esler 01/15/2019 0

Earlier today, Sony introduced the a6400, the latest addition to its E-mount mirrorless camera line-up. The a6400 brings many of Sony’s most advanced technologies from their full-frame cameras to a compact APS-C camera. It boasts the world’s fastest autofocus acquisition of 0.02 seconds, and also introduces the new advanced Real-time Eye AF and Real-time Tracking…

Gear Photography

Developing a locations database

Bryan Esler 01/20/2019 1

I photograph a lot of things. And sometimes, that means I need to pick a location. Over the years, I've photographed hundreds of locations, and have done quite a bit of research. … [Read More...]

Quick Tip: Save time, crop in camera

Vanelli 01/18/2019 0

Most digital cameras have an option to change the aspect ratio to 5:4 making it perfect for an 8×10 or 16×20 portrait. This can save precious time when shooting a series of step … [Read More...]

Including people in architectural images

Michael Muraz 01/17/2019 1

When photographing architecture, it's easy to focus on the building itself and forget its purpose. While architecture is the main subject, it is important to capture how people are … [Read More...]

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ACDSee’s Mobile Sync is really cool

Levi Sim 01/18/2019 0

Transferring pictures between your phone and your computer is troublesome but often necessary. If you're like me, then just because you shot a picture with your phone doesn't mean … [Read More...]

Portrait Tips: Build a scene with Lume Cubes & holiday lights

Levi Sim 01/16/2019 2

Holiday lights are so cool. If the tree didn't dry out and start dropping needles, I think I'd petition my wife to leave them set up all year. They just give such a terrific mood. … [Read More...]

Making magic hour in Perfectly Clear

Chris Anson 01/15/2019 0

Editor’s Note: Perfectly Clear is offering Photofocus readers a special $99 bundle, including Perfectly Clear Complete and SharkPixel presets. A $163 value! The Magic Hour or … [Read More...]

Spinning the DJ photo editing dials with the Loupedeck +

Erin Holmstead 01/21/2019 0

Let me tell you how I came to know about Loupedeck. While I was in New York for the PhotoPlus Expo (PPE) with the Skylum Software team, the Loupedeck team was at our booth doing … [Read More...]

A first look at ProGrade Digital UHS-II SDXC Memory Card and MICROSDXC DUAL-SLOT USB 3.1 reader

First look: ProGrade Digital UHS-II SDXC II V60 and V90 Memory Card and MICROSDXC DUAL-SLOT USB 3.1 reader

Chris Anson 01/14/2019 2

While ProGrade Digital is a new player on the scene, the founders of ProGrade Digital are veterans in the industry, from companies like Lexar and SanDisk, bringing their extensive … [Read More...]

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JPEG editing: from “oh …” to “OMG!” with Aurora HDR 2019

Michèle Grenier 01/17/2019 0

Have you snapped some lower resolution images with your smartphone and you'd like to give them a little (make that BIG) kick to catch all the attention on social media? Here's a … [Read More...]

Editing hundreds of images in minutes with Luminar’s batch processing

Michèle Grenier 01/15/2019 0

Batch processing is a huge time saver in my editing workflow. It allows me to be more efficient and deliver images faster to my clients with the exact look, format and size I want. … [Read More...]

Historic Downsville covered bridge in western New York

The great outdoors and Perfectly Clear Complete

Marie Tartar 01/12/2019 0

Editor's note: Here is a great offer from Perfectly Clear. The holy grail of post-processing digital images would be a true single-click option, minimizing futzing with sliders, … [Read More...]

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A practical guide to selling your photography online

Lauri Novak 01/17/2019 2

Are you considering selling your photos online? At some point, we likely all consider ways to create income from this photography obsession of ours. I mean, why not right? We have … [Read More...]

Beyond Technique Podcast with Adam Mowery | Photofocus Podcast January 16, 2019

Chamira Young 01/16/2019 0

https://soundcloud.com/photofocus/beyond-technique-podcast-with-adam-mowery-photofocus-podcast-january-16-2019 Get the show here or get it on iTunes — Please, post a review on … [Read More...]

Are bridal shows worth attending for photographers?

Vanelli 01/16/2019 0

Editor's note: This is a guest article from Florida based wedding photographer Richie Acevedo. Richie was one of the first photographers mentored by Vanelli many years ago. … [Read More...]

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Mind Your Own Business Podcast with Karen Kuehn | Photofocus Podcast January 11, 2019

Chamira Young 01/11/2019 0

Welcome to the Mind Your Own Business Podcast! Today we chat with photographer Karen Kuehn! We discuss how Karen got her start in photography, challenges of being a female in the industry, the role of relationship building and more.

The InFocus Interview Show with Joe Edelman | Photofocus Podcast January 4, 2019

Vanelli 01/04/2019 0

Olympus Visionary photographer, author, and photo educator Joe Edelman shares his insight on a variety of topics he wrote about on his blog.

Beyond Technique Podcast with Julie Dermansky | Photofocus Podcast December 19, 2018

Chamira Young 12/19/2018 0

Welcome to Beyond Technique, a podcast empowering photographers to bring their businesses to the next level. In today’s episode we chat with photojournalist Julie Dermansky.

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