Apple's Photos for Mac was a combination between the previous generation's iPhoto and Apple's discontinued professional software, Aperture. Good thing is that everyone with a new-age Mac can get Photos for free! While free may not get you all the crazy powerful tools that you'd find in Photoshop, thanks to some hidden tools that were donated from Aperture, at least you can make some decent global edits to the photos you have. Get Started Obviously, you'll need to get some images into the Photos app in order to start-- either import straight … [Read more...] about Apple’s Photos: The Hidden Power Tools
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Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support (6.05)
If you're a Mac user, a two new camera updates have recently shipped (we're up to version 6.18). OS X El Capitan provides system-level support for digital camera RAW formats. In order to use these files, youcan access them through Photos, Aperture or iPhoto on your Mac. You can also browse at the system level looking through folders. Supported by Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 6.18 Canon EOS M10 Canon PowerShot G5 X Canon PowerShot G9 X Leica SL (Typ 601) Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II Sony Alpha ILCE-7S II Sony … [Read more...] about Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support (6.05)
Macphun’s Aurora HDR Pro Update Has Me Impressed!
By now most of you have heard of Aurora HDR from Trey Ratcliff and the team at Macphun, and if you haven't, well it's a joint project by Trey and Macphun to create an application tailored to exactly what the most prolific HDR photographer in the world would want out of software. Over the course of an entire year they worked together to create an app for photographers of all skill levels that would produce incredible images. You can run it as a plug-in for Photoshop, Lightroom, Aperture, and Photoshop Elements, OR you can run it as a complete … [Read more...] about Macphun’s Aurora HDR Pro Update Has Me Impressed!
How to Show the iCloud Drive Icon on iOS
When Im on the road, I find myself using Apple Pages, Numbers, and Keynote on my iPad and saving files to iCloud Drive to keep my photo business organized. Whether its a budget, proposal, or slideshow... I've got them synced across my phone, tablet, and desktop (Windows users can sync too). Now that iCloud Drive is easily accessible on my MacBook Pro and iMac, its really easy to add other files to it just like I would with Dropbox. You can never have too many cloud services! But I was having trouble accessing files on my iPad because there … [Read more...] about How to Show the iCloud Drive Icon on iOS
Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support (6.05)
If you're a Mac user, a few new camera updates have recently shipped (we're up yo version 6.05). OS X Yosemite provides system-level support for digital camera RAW formats. In order to use these files, youcan access them through Photos, Aperture or iPhoto on your Mac. You can also browse at the system level looking through folders.Supported by Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 6.05 Supported by Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 6.05 Canon EOS M3 Fujifilm X-T10 Fujifilm XQ1 Fujifilm XQ2 Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246) Nikon 1 … [Read more...] about Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support (6.05)
Recover Files from a Corrupt Memory Card Using Mac Disk Utility
Your memory card can be the most important piece of gear on a shoot. It stores the one thing that can get you paidbut what do you do if it becomes corrupt? Ive had a bunch of memory devices become corrupt; a brand-new CF card while shooting HDR and portraits on Zuma Beach in California, a trusty SD card in my main camera while shooting video interviews for Under Armour, and even an AJA hard drive while recording my multi-camera sports production for ESPN. They say everything that can go wrong, will go wrong. But there are steps I can take to … [Read more...] about Recover Files from a Corrupt Memory Card Using Mac Disk Utility
Lightroom 6 Will Require Updated Operating Systems
Adobe just posted some information regarding the compatibility of the not-yet-released Lightroom 6, and operating systems for Mac and Windows. To read the update, go here. In summary, Lightroom 6 will require that your OS (Operating System) is up-to-date with a recent versions of Mac or Windows. Here's what you will need in order to run Lightroom 6 (when it is released): Mac: OS X 10.8 or above Windows: A 64 bit version of Windows 7, 8 or 8.1 For users with older software (Mac OS X 10.7, or a 32 bit version of Windows) they mention the … [Read more...] about Lightroom 6 Will Require Updated Operating Systems
Batch Renaming your Photos with Mac OS X Yosemite
Developing a file structure is one of the first steps in creating your workflow. Whether youre using Lightroom to manage your library or Bridge to view folders of photos, its much easier to find a specific photo if you use a descriptive filename. In my personal workflow, I include the date, project name, and image number. So for example: 2014-09-16_ND_Scout_0001.nef Most everything I shoot is on one day. However, if youre shooting for multiple days, with multiple cameras on larger shoots, then I recommend you include that information too. … [Read more...] about Batch Renaming your Photos with Mac OS X Yosemite
Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support (5.06)
If you're a Mac user, a new camera update has recently shipped (version 5.05). OS X Mavericks provides system-level support for digital camera RAW formats. In order to use these files, you can access them through Aperture or iPhoto on your Mac. You can also browse at the system level looking through folders. Supported by Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 5.06 Nikon COOLPIX P340 Nikon 1 V3 Olympus OM-D E-M10 Olympus STYLUS 1 Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GH4 Sony Alpha ILCE-7S Sony Alpha ILCE-5000 Sony Alpha ILCE-6000 Sony Alpha SLT-A77 … [Read more...] about Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support (5.06)
Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support (5.05)
If you're a Mac user, a new camera update has recently shipped (version 5.05). OS X Mavericks provides system-level support for digital camera RAW formats. In order to use these files, you can access them through Aperture or iPhoto on your Mac. You can also browse at the system level looking through folders. Supported by Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 5.05 Canon EOS Rebel T5 / 1200D / Kiss X70 Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II Nikon D4S Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 Launch software update by choose Apple Menu > Software Update and choose … [Read more...] about Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support (5.05)
The Nightmare of Replacing a Battery on a Mac Laptop (Why Your Machine Might Be Lying to You)
Batteries. Seems a creative professionals life runs on batteries. The ability to work on the go, anywhere, any time. My phone, tablet, laptop, cameras all run on batteries. The Problem with Rechargeable Batteries Over time, rechargeable batteries wear out and need to be replaced. Im not talking about losing a charge, rather the total number of charges that a battery can hold before its used up. Batteries over time suffer from a few problems. Cycles. A battery can only be recharged so many times before it essentially stops being able to hold … [Read more...] about The Nightmare of Replacing a Battery on a Mac Laptop (Why Your Machine Might Be Lying to You)
Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support (5.04)
If you're a Mac user, a new camera update has recently shipped (version 5.04). OS X Mavericks provides system-level support for digital camera RAW formats. In order to use these files, you can access them through Aperture or iPhoto on your Mac. You can also browse at the system level looking through folders. Supported by Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 5.04 Fujifilm X-E2 Fujifilm X-T1 Nikon D3300 Nikon 1 AW1 Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GM1 Pentax K-3 Launch software update by choose Apple Menu > Software Update and choose the Digital … [Read more...] about Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support (5.04)
Where Does Photography on the Mac Rate as a Reason to Buy?
Before I begin, let me state that my shop is cross platform. We use both Mac and Windows. The Mac just celebrated it's 30th birthday. I've been using them for that long and owned one for 24 years (no, not the same one). Apple recently released an interactive survey where which built a cool interactive timeline about Mac customers. Here it is. http://www.apple.com/30-years/your-first-mac/. You can choose which Mac was your first and why you bought it. I was really intrigued by which market segments drive purchases. Some REAL surprises … [Read more...] about Where Does Photography on the Mac Rate as a Reason to Buy?
Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support (5.03)
If you're a Mac user, a new camera update has recently shipped (version 5.03). OS X Mavericks provides system-level support for digital camera RAW formats. In order to use these files, you can access them through Aperture or iPhoto on your Mac. You can also browse at the system level looking through folders. Supported by Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 5.03 Canon EOS M2 Resolved an issues that prevented lens correction from working properly with Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 images Addresses a color cast issue with some OM-D E-M1 … [Read more...] about Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support (5.03)
Important Apple Updates for Raw Files
Apple seems to be picking up its pace on Raw file format updates. This makes two updates in about a month. This new update is somewhat small, but addresses three specific use scenarios. Available to download is the Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 4.09. Just click the Apple menu and choose Software Update.... You can also download it here. Supported by Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 4.09 Support for the Olympus PEN E-P5 Restore lens correction to Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 images Address a white balance issue with some Nikon … [Read more...] about Important Apple Updates for Raw Files
FX Photo Studio Pro For Mac – Mini Review
Im always on the lookout for new software tools. When I opened up the Mac App store this week, I saw that the FX Photo Studio Pro app was highly ranked. This app is billed as a creative powerhouse and is a great way to add effects to images for stylized looks and borders. It is a Mac only app (to be expected when the companys name is MacPhun). Opening an Image The App works with one image at a time. You can open images from a wide range of file formats. FX Photo Studio PRO support opening of the following image formats: TIFF, JPEG, PNG, BMP, … [Read more...] about FX Photo Studio Pro For Mac – Mini Review
Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support
Follow Rich on If you're a Mac user, two new camera updates have shipped. OS X Mountain Lion provides system-level support for digital camera RAW formats. In order to use these files, you can access them through Aperture or iPhoto on your Mac. You can also browse at the system level looking through folders. Supported by Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 4.08 Canon EOS 70D Fujifilm X-M1 Leica M Leica M Monochrom Nikon COOLPIX P330 Pentax 645D Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II Supported by Digital Camera RAW … [Read more...] about Mac User? Time to Update Your Raw Support
Photo App Review: Flare for Texture and Style
There are a lot of image editing apps out there, from free to expensive you'll find a wealth of choices. Flare (from Iconfactory) repeats what a lot of tools can do, but has some standout features that really make it shine. The app is currently Mac-only. It can be set as an external editor for iPhoto, Aperture, and Lightroom. The app serves a role similar to Instagram and Snapseed. That is to say it is preset driven, but one layer beneath are precise controls. You stat by adding effects and textures to your photos There are 90+ built-in … [Read more...] about Photo App Review: Flare for Texture and Style
Great Photo Collages App (for 99¢)
I'm always on the lookout for affordable apps that do cool things. Well I've found another one, PicFrame that makes Photo Collages simple. The app sells for 99 and is available for Mac, iOS, Droid, and Blackberry (it seems the developer hasn't gotten around to Windows or Windows Phone). The app is very straightforward (although the mobile version offers a few more features). To start you choose a layout using frames. The app currently ships with 71 adjustable frames offering support for up to 9 photos in a single frame. You have a few … [Read more...] about Great Photo Collages App (for 99¢)
New Raw Support for Mac Users
If you're a Mac user, two new camera updates have recently shipped. OS X Mountain Lion provides system-level support for digital camera RAW formats. In order to use these files, you can access them through Aperture or iPhoto on your Mac. You can also browse at the system level looking through folders. Supported by Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 4.07* Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G6 Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GF6 Sony Alpha SLT-A58 Supported by Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 4.06* Canon EOS-1D C Canon EOS Rebel SL1 / 100D / Kiss … [Read more...] about New Raw Support for Mac Users
My Switch From Mac To Windows
UPDATE: Today at WWDC Apple announced a new Mac Pro. We don't know when it will ship. We don't know what it will cost. We don't know what configurations it will come in. We don't know if it will work. But we do know Apple has promised it. Without a commitment to pro apps, this is too little too late for me, even if it is a computer that causes your heart to flutter. Meanwhile, I am going fast NOW - not waiting. Good luck to all of you who are willing to spend months on the promise that the new Mac Pro will be the computer of your dreams. If it … [Read more...] about My Switch From Mac To Windows
Nik Snapseed for Mac
When Nik Software released Snapseed for the iPad it got quite a lot of attention. I'm one of those rare people who doesn't use an iPad for content creation. My iPad essentially serves only two purposes 1. To show off my portfolio 2. To consume data I wasn't all that interested in fixing photos on my iPad. But my laptop? That's a different story. So when I heard that Snapseed was available for my Mac laptop, I went to the App Store, plunked down my $19.95 and started playing. While most serious photographers I know (me included) like Nik … [Read more...] about Nik Snapseed for Mac
My Mini-Review on Mac OSX Lion – Version 10.7.2 – A Photographer’s POV
UPDATE: Lion has stabilized a bit - and when I bought computers that came with Lion installed - they were very stable. But I would not upgrade to Lion unless and until it becomes even more stable. Executive Summary - Lion Sucks! I waited to buy Lion to make sure all the software plugins and drivers I depend on had been upgraded. I got IOS5 on my iPhone and decided - what the heck - I'll bite the bullet and upgrade my MacBook Pro running a 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 with 8GB memory. Wow - I wish I hadn't. I usually embrace most Apple system … [Read more...] about My Mini-Review on Mac OSX Lion – Version 10.7.2 – A Photographer’s POV
How to Sort Your Images Using the iPad
NOTE: This is a guest post by Ray Carcases - UPDATE: According to this link http://brettmaxwellphoto.com/ipadsortorder/ you can indeed sort iPad images if you use Windows. Warning: This post is really for other photographers who want to use the iPad but want to have some type of method to sort their images so that they when they show images to a client using an iPad, they can sync up the photo viewer to the file. If this doesn't sound like you, you can read this but you may get bored. Just sayin. Of Mice and Men Many photographers I … [Read more...] about How to Sort Your Images Using the iPad
Info on Snow Leopard for Photographers
Apple has recently released Snow Leopard, the latest version of the Apple operating system used on Macintosh computers. As a life-long Mac user, I have purchased the upgrade. But as is my life-long procedure, I am holding off on installing the software. Why? Compatibility. Some programs, drivers, utilities have not yet been upgraded to work with Snow Leopard, and some may never be. For instance, Aperture will work with Snow Leopard, but only if you've installed the latest Aperture update. I have heard some reports that various printer … [Read more...] about Info on Snow Leopard for Photographers
