Video Review of “Photoshop Fast Track for Digital Photographers

 

“Photoshop Fast Track for Digital Photographers” Review

Seller: David Peters

Summary:

“Photoshop Fast Track for Digital Photographers” is a collection of 22 videos, which demonstrate how to edit digital photos using Photoshop. Each video is a step-by-step tutorial of the most common image editing tasks in Photoshop.

Product Details:

The main product is a set of 34 instructional videos. These include 12 video tutorials for Photoshop, from Photoshop 7 through to the later versions bundled with Creative Suite products (CS2 and CS3). Most of the videos are less than 5 minutes long. The longest video is 12 minutes and 48 seconds.

The topics for Photoshop 7 through CS2 are:

- Change Eye Color
- Change Hair Color
- Fix Underexposed Photos
- More Punch Photo
- Instant Tan
- Panoramic
- Double Chin
- Remove Red Eye
- Remove Spots and Blemishes
- Remove Unwanted Objects
- Remove Wrinkles
- Whiten Teeth

The topics for CS3 are:
- Batch Rename
- Batch Resize
- Change Hair Color
- Double Chin
- Eye Color
- Instant Tan
- Look Funny
- Look Slimmer
- More Punch Photo
- Photomontage
- Red Eye Removal
- Remove Spots and Blemishes
- Remove Unwanted Objects
- Remove Wrinkles
- Replace Backgrounds
- Selective Color
- Smooth Skin
- Soft Romantic
- Straighten Image
- Fix Underexposed Photos
- Whiten Teeth

“Photoshop Fast Track for Digital Photographers” also includes the following bonuses:

- Video tutorial images: These are the exact same images edited in the videos. The customer can work on the same images and practice the skills each video demonstrates.

- Flickr tutorials: A step-by-step guide on how digital photographers can make the most of this free site to share (and show off) your photos. There are 14 videos on Flickr alone.

Format: Online video in both Flash and Shockwave formats, which can be viewed online and downloaded into the user’s hard drive The tutorial images are digital image files (JPG).

The Flickr tutorial is in online video format as well.

Thoughts on the Product:

Whether you edit digital photos for fun or for work, these video tutorials will make the tasks much easier.

Photoshop is a powerful graphic editor, but the learning curve can be pretty steep. You could spend hours learning everything yourself, or pay for a class. Or, you could watch these videos and learn the most common digital photo editing tasks at your own pace.

Video demonstration is an excellent way of learning a complicated software such as Photoshop. It’s like looking over the shoulder of an instructor – but one that you can pause, rewind or fast forward as needed.

The best way to use these videos is to have Photoshop open in another window, pause the video to complete each of the steps demonstrated, and then compare your final result with that of the video. Because the
tutorial images are included, this is easy for users to do. You get instant feedback and practice.

The tutorials are for different versions of Photoshop, from Photoshop 7 to CS3.

Where to Learn More: EditYourDigitalPhotos.com

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7 – 12 of The Most Common Digital Photography Mistakes

Now we go with the other 6 most common digital photo mistakes. 

7. Not taking enough pictures

It’s almost impossible to take the perfect shot at one try, so take many pictures. With digital photography, this doesn’t cost you extra. Try different angles and compositions.

8. Always putting the subject dead center

Learn the rule of thirds in composition, and you’ll have more interesting pictures.

9. Forgetting to check the horizon

When taking pictures with the horizon showing, make sure it’s level.

10. Selecting a low-resolution setting

Your camera will allow you to select different resolutions. Don’t be tempted to choose a low resolution just to save on memory space. Instead, buy additional memory for your camera and always take your pictures in high resolution.

11. Trying to take too much

Don’t try to include too many things in one picture, such as people and scenery. A picture is more effective when it’s focused on a single subject.

12. Not using the camera

You’ll never know when a good photo op will come up, so have your camera with you at all times.

It may seem like a lot to think about, but with practice, these things will become second nature.

For those who want to learn even more digital photography techniques, check out the free report, “Shoot Digital Pics Like the Pros.” It’s a short but info-filled guide that will have you shooting digital pictures like a pro in no time.

Find out more about “Shoot Digital Pics Like the Pros” here:
www.learndigitalphotographynow.com

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1-6 of The Most Common Digital Photography Mistakes

With digital cameras at their most affordable, anybody can be a photographer these days. Problem is, it takes more than a camera to take good pictures.

It takes a certain eye, a way of seeing things, to take pictures that make people go “Wow!”. Fortunately, it can be learned. And the more you practice, the better you’ll get.

If you’re interested in becoming a good digital photographer, I recommend the “Shoot Digital Pics Like the Pros,” a free report.

Start by taking a look at these most common mistakes people make when taking digital pictures:

1. Not knowing your camera

If you never read your digital camera’s manual and learn its features and how to use them, you won’t be able to make the most of it.

2. Not using a tripod

Tripods allow you to take the sharpest pictures even in low light. Use one as often as possible.

3. Not giving the camera time to focus

Digital cameras need time to properly focus and get the right exposure. It can take a fraction of a second or a couple of seconds. Account for this when taking pictures.

4. Relying too much on zoom

Using the camera’s zoom feature makes the picture grainier. Get as close to the subject as possible.

5. Taking pictures against the light

This makes the subject dark and the background too bright.

6. Relying too much on the flash

Natural light gives the best pictures, so use it as much as possible. Flash tends to make images look harsh.

I will post in the next day or so the other 6 of the most common digital photography mistakes that people make.

Cleaning The Camera Lens For A Clean Photo Shot

The lens of a camera is very important and you will have to clean the lens with care so that you don’t end up leaving it dirty. You will find that when you sue a lens that is delicate, you will only want to watch it when it gets very dirty. There are a few ways that you can avoid doing damage to your lens and how you clean it so that you don’t ruin your camera or damage it.

You first need to remove the dust and dirt that is stuck to your lens. Gently brush this away with a brush tool. You will want to yield from brushing or wiping too hard, since the material that is harder can end up scratching and ruining the lens. Even though you may not be able to see it, microscopic pieces of stone may cause tiny scratches that cannot be fixed. The morale of the story? Be careful.

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This may be all it takes to make your lens usable again. If you stop cleaning it, you won’t be putting it in danger of ruin.. Never put your camera in more danger than necessary. There are going to be oils and build up on the lens that can not be removed by a simple brush. You will wan to use a cloth to help you to clean your lens. Using high quality and making sure your cloth is very clean will prevent you from scratching the lens as you rub it. You should watch the cloth between the cleanings. One piece of dirt could ruin your camera.

There happen to be two different types of cleaners to use to help clean your camera lens.. First, if the film built up on the lens is water-soluble, your best option is simply to use distilled water. You can purchase some distilled water at the local grocery store in the water isle, however, but breathing on the lens you will be able to form a use of distilled water. You need to use clean water like distilled water so that you can take out the harmful minerals in it. Pour the water onto the cloth, never directly onto the lens, where it can seep into the camera and cause irreversible damage.

There are oils on your lens that will require you to use a kind of cleaner. You will want to use regular alcohol and you will want to make sure that it is 100% pure alcohol. If there are happen to be additives, you will find that the lens could end up damaged. You will never want to use things like paint thinners or anything that is considered toxic. This is because the camera is very close to your face. When it comes to oil-based saturation, you will want to get some camera lens cleaners that are specially made for it. You will want to make sure that you don’t hurt your camera; since it is an expensive investment. You will also want to clean the lens without damage because you will want to have it when a beautiful moment arises.

Photographs For Newbies: Taking Children and Baby Photos and Pics

Here’s a great video on taking your children’s photos. Our pal Dan Feildman from LearnDigitalPhotographyNow.com sent it to us. We think it will give you some insight in taking pictures the little ones.
A why not super size it for the living room:)

Setting Up Photography Lighting

Training tips on photo lighting set up.

“Turn Your Photos Into Cash” Home Study Course

“Turn Your Photos Into Cash” Home Study Course Reviewed

Seller:

Dan Feildman

Summary:

“Turn Your Photos Into Cash” is a home study course about making money online through digital photography. Written for anyone who can use a digital camera, the course focuses on selling digital photography through stock photo sites on the Internet. The text and video formats allow different types of learners to make the most of the course.

Product Details:

“Turn Your Photos Into Cash” – The main course is a 129-page Ebook with the following chapters:

- Introduction
- Jumpstart Your Career
- Before You Begin
- Four Ways to Make Money with Your Digital Photos
- Five Secrets to Making More Money with Your Stock Photos
- Tips and Tricks for Taking Better Photos
- Tips and Tricks for Enhancing Your Photos

The product also comes with the following bonuses:

1. “Offline Opportunities Report” – A 34-page special report about offline ways to make money with digital photography

2. “Slash Your Learning Curve Using These Five Checklists” – Detailed checklists or cheat sheets guide the user through the essential points of the course. The checklists are:

- What You Need to Make Money Online with Your Digital Photos
- The Legalities of Digital Photography
- How to Protect Your Photography
- How to Take Better Photos
- How to Improve Your Image Editing

3. “Five Action Steps Guides” – Step-by-step guide to make money through specific websites. The guides are:
- How to Make Money with iStockphoto
- How to Make Money with Stockxpert
- How to Make Money with CafePress
- How to Find Freelance Projects with Elance
- How to Make Money with Break.com

4. “Turn Your Photos Into Cash Mind Maps” – Excellent for visual learners, the mind maps allow the user to grasp the strategies at a glance. The mind maps offer an excellent overview of the course, and can be used to refresh the lessons in the user’s mind. The 8 mind maps are:

- Complete Mind Map
- Introduction
- Jump Start Your Career
- Before You Begin
- Four Ways to Make Money
- Five Secrets to Making More Money
- Tips for Enhancing Photos
- Tips for Taking Better Photos

5. “Turn Your Photos Into Cash” Video – This is the complete home study course in either video or audio-only formats.

Format:

The main course and first four bonuses are digital text files in the form of PDF. The videos are in digital Flash format. These can be either viewed online or downloaded into the user’s hard drive. The audio version of the course is in mp3 format, which can be loaded into any mp3 player.

Thoughts on the Product:

“Turn Your Photos Into Cash” was created for anybody who knows how to use a digital camera and has access to a computer with Internet connection. One does not have to be a professional photographer to understand and benefit from the course. While it briefly discusses the technical issues of digital photography, the course really isn’t about how to take digital photographs. It is about how to sell those photographs online and make money.

The course presents these marketing strategies in easy to understand language. Even complete newbies or amateur digital photographers will not be overwhelmed or intimidated. The strategies don’t take a lot of time or energy to implement. The bonus cheat sheets, step-by-step guides and mindmaps make it even easier to actually take action and simply jump into making money with digital photography.

The video and audio formats will appeal to visual and auditory learners. That you can load the lessons into your mp3 player and listen to them on the go is a definite plus.

Digital photography is a little-known work at home business model, particularly among those who are not professional photographers. With “Turn Your Photos Into Cash,” however, even amateur photographers with a little time and motivation can soon be making money with their photographs.

Where to Learn More:

Turn Your Photos Into Cash

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