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Episode 34 - Lightroom 2 Slideshow Module and DNG Camera Profiles

doug@pixelicious.info (Doug Sahlin) — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:05:14 +0000

In this episode, Samurai Photographer Doug Sahlin continues his exploration of the Lightroom 2 Slideshow module. He shows you how to use an image as a backdrop, add a soundtrack to a slideshow and export the slideshow as JPEG images. He also discusses the new DNG Profiler, DNG camera profiles, and their use in Lightroom and Photoshop.

In This Episode:

Lightroom 2 Slideshow Module
- Using a Collection to select slides
- Using an image as a backdrop
- Adding text to slides
- Adding a soundtrack to the slideshow
- Exporting the slideshow as JPEG files
Using Windows Movie Maker to create a web ready slide show
Using the DNG Camera Profiles
- Download the DNG Camera Profiles and Profile Editor here: Download Link
- Use the DNG Camera Profiles in Lightroom 2
- Use the DNG Camera Profiles in Camera RAW
Lensbaby Composer
Lensbaby Website
Samurai Photographer slideshow

Episode 33 - Lightroom 2 Slideshow Module and Mirror Images in Photoshop CS3

doug@pixelicious.info (Doug Sahlin) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 04:11:08 +0000

In this episode, Samurai Photographer Doug Sahlin introduces you to the Lightroom 2 Slideshow module, shows you how to use slideshow presets, and create custom slideshows. He also brings you some exciting news from Adobe. He finished the episode with a tutorial on how to create mirror images in Photoshop CS3.

In This Episode:

Exploring the Lightroom 2 Slideshow Module
- Using the presets
- Creating a custom template
- Saving a custom slideshow
- Exporting a slideshow
Adobe announces CS4 Suites
Creating a Mirror Image in Photoshop
- Using Layers
- Modifying Canvas size
- Transforming a layer
- Aligning layers

Episode 32 - Lightroom 2 and an Artistic Photoshop Technique

doug@pixelicious.info (Doug Sahlin) — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 03:37:01 +0000

In this episode, Samurai Photographer Doug Sahlin continues his exploration of Lightroom 2. Today he discusses Smart Collections, shows you how to make a Smart Collection and a Collection. He also shows you an artistic technique in Photoshop CS3 using the Polar Coordinates filter. He discusses techniques for selling old photo gear, and introduces you to a non-profit organization where photographers donate their time to photograph children battling cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

In This Episode:

Lightroom 2 Revisited
- The Power of Smart Collections
- Creating a Smart Collection
- Creating a Collection
Creating a Swirling Effect in Photoshop CS3
- Using the Polar Coordinates filter
- Detail Sharpening
Recycling Old Photo Gear on eBay
Flashes of Hope web site
Nik Multimedia Software

Episode 31 - Lightroom 2 and Photo Edges in Photoshop

doug@pixelicious.info (Doug Sahlin) — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 02:59:17 +0000

In this episode, Samurai Photographer Doug Sahlin explores the new split toning and vignette features of Lightroom 2. He also shows you how to create an edge effect using layers, the History palette, and the History Brush tool.

Lightroom 2
- Cropping photos
- New Split Toning features
- Adding a vignette to a photo
Creating Photo Edges
- Using the History Palette
- Using the History Brush tool
- Creating a custom brush
- Using Layers
- Using a clipping mask

Episode 30 - Lightroom 2 and Photoshop Actions

doug@pixelicious.info (Doug Sahlin) — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 03:23:45 +0000

In this episode, Samurai Photographer Doug Sahlin demonstrates the power of the Graduated Filter tool in Lightroom 2. In Photoshop, he shows you how to streamline your workflow with Actions. He also demonstrates the Black and White Adjustement layer.

In this episode:

Lightroom 2
- Using the Graduated Filter tool
- Enhancing an image with multiple applications of the Graduated Filter tool
Streamlining your work flow in Photoshop
- Creating an action set
- Creating an action
- Editing an action
Using the Black and White Adjustment Layer
- Creating a black and white image
- Creating an image with selective color

Episode 29 - Lightroom 2 and Other Delights

doug@pixelicious.info (Doug Sahlin) — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 03:25:47 +0000

In this episode, Samurai Photographer Doug Sahlin explores more new features in Lightroom 2. He also shows three ways to create a vignette in Photoshop. The Samurai wields more pixel magic in Lightroom when he shows you how to create a custom end panel marker. The episode ends with Doug’s reflections on Scott Kelby’s Worldwide Photo Walk.

In this episode:

Lightroom 2 Features
- Creating black and white images on the fly
- Using the mouse scroll wheel with the Targeted Adjustment Tool
- Using the Adjustment Brush
Creating a Vignette in Photoshop
- Creating vignettes with the Lens Correction command
- Create vignettes with the Motion Blur Filter
- Creating Vignettes from selections
Creating Custom End Panel Markers for Photoshop Lightroom 2
Doug’s Reflections on Scott Kelby’s Worldwide Photo Walk
- Slide show of Doug’s photos
- Link to Worldwide Photo Walk Winners

Episode 28 - The Power of Selections (Part 5)

doug@pixelicious.info (Doug Sahlin) — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 03:29:13 +0000

In this episode, Samurai Photographer Doug Sahlin discusses some of the new features in the Photoshop Lightroom 2 Library module. Grumpy Ken presents the fifth part of his series: The Power of Selections. Doug closes the episode with some Photoshop tips and tricks.

In this episode:

Photoshop Lightroom 2
- Exploring the Library Module
- Using the Filter Bar
The Power of Selections (Part 5)
- Using the Quick Selection tool
- Modifying a selection
- Using the Curves Adjustment Layer
- Using the Levels Adjustment Layer
Placing a RAW file as a Smart Object
- Increasing a photo’s dynamic range
- Editing a Smart Object
Creating a High-Key vignette
Creating the Gritty New York Look
Using the Diffuse Glow filter

Episode 27 - Fun with Filters (Part 4)

doug@pixelicious.info (Doug Sahlin) — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 04:30:04 +0000

In this episode Samurai Photographer Doug Sahlin presents the fourth installment of his series: Fun with Filters. Grumpy Ken presents the fourth installment of his series: The Power of Selections.

In this episode:

Fun with Filters (Part 4)
- Creating abstract images
- Using the Filter Gallery
- Using filters and layer blend modes
- Body sculpting with the Liquify filter
- Creating caricatures with the Liquify filter
The Power of Selections (Part 4)
- Using Channels to make a selection
- Using the Refine Edge command
- Selecting a person with fly-away hair
- Cutting a complex object from its background

Episode 26 - Fun with Filters (Part 3)

doug@pixelicious.info (Doug Sahlin) — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 03:24:58 +0000

In this episode Samurai Photographer Doug Sahlin presents the third installment of his series: Fun with Filters. Grumpy Ken presents the third installment of his series: The Power of Selections.

In this episode:

Fun with Filters (Part 3)
- Creating a watercolor look
- Using Artistic filters
- Using Smart Filters
- Editing Smart Filters
- Using Adjustment layers
The Power of Selections (Part 3)
- Creating a loose selection with the Polygonal Lasso tool
- Creating a precise path with the Pen tool
- Editing the path
- Converting the path to a selection

Episode 25 - Fun with Filters (Part 2)

doug@pixelicious.info (Doug Sahlin) — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 03:27:54 +0000

In this episode, Samurai Photographer Doug Sahlin presents the second installment of his series, Fun with Filters. He also discusses the release of Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2 and shows an artistic technique with the History Brush.

In this Episode:

Adobe Releases Photoshop Lightroom 2
- Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Web Page
Fun with Filters (Part 2)
- Three phases of sharpening
- High Pass Filter
- Smart Sharpen Filter
- Emboss Filter
- Motion Blur Filter
Getting Artistic with The History Brush