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Making The Eyes Pop in Lightroom
Making the Eyes Pop in Lightroom With Two Quick Local Adjustments Ever nail a portrait and still feel like the eyes look sleepy? Two small local adjustments fix it fast: give the iris a little depth, then clean up the whites without turning them into glowing LEDs. You get more presence, more connection, and it […]
Sharpening In Lightroom – Part 1 Of 2 – The Develop Module
Skipping sharpening in Lightroom? You’re not alone. Sharpening gets overlooked because it feels fiddly, and Lightroom’s sharpening used to have a reputation for looking rough. A lot of people still avoid it, even when the whole edit happened inside Lightroom. There’s also a lingering stigma from the old days of Adobe Camera Raw, where sharpening […]
Film to Digital – Scanning Essentials 101 – Part 1 of 2
Why Scanning Still Matters If you’re like me, you probably have a few shoe boxes full of old negatives from the days before digital. Whether your source material is a print, slide, or a negative, you only have one option to make it a digital file: scan it. Today let’s take a brief journey into […]
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10 Simple Steps to Build Confidence as a Photographer
Lack of confidence is a common problem among photographers, especially in the beginning of their careers. For many photographers, using a camera or arranging an intricate lighting setup is as easy as 1-2-3. Pricing their work properly, showcasing their achievements, and feeling confident in their skills – that’s where things get tough. There are many […]
Portfolio Perfection – Curate, Elevate, Dominate
A great portfolio can make or break your career, so it’s crucial to make this the best it can be. Correctly putting this thing together isn’t easy. These tips will help you if you have no idea where to start. Whether your work is online or offline, it’s imperative that you make a good impression. […]
5 Signs You’re Ready To Turn Pro As A Photographer
You’re finally ready to turn pro. Congratulations! Are you ready? Do you know what to expect? You’ll be banking your entire livelihood on your skills as a photographer … or so you think. Being a good photographer is a small piece of a larger professional puzzle. Our list is by no means a complete list, […]