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Tips for making almost any photo look better

Posted on August 6, 2020

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If you take a look at most any photographer’s portfolio, what you’re likely to see is a collection of his/her very best shots.

After all, no one really enjoys showcasing images that aren’t so great.

That’s right, even the most talented and experienced photographers take plenty of duds which typically are left out of their galleries.

That being said, some of the awesome shots that end up being shared with the world didn’t start out all that great.

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How to quickly view a photo’s EXIF Data on any Windows PC or Mac

Posted on June 14, 2020

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Most modern digital cameras save some very useful information along with the JPEG images they create.

This information is called Exchangeable Image File data, or simply “EXIF data” for short.

For example, if you ever need to know the exact date and time a particular photo was taken or perhaps which camera, shutter speed or aperture was used, you’ll find that info and a lot more listed in the EXIF data.

Many image editing applications will display a photo’s EXIF data, but the quickest and simplest way to see it is built right in to Microsoft Windows and MacOS.

Follow the steps below to quickly view any photo’s EXIF data… [Read more…]

Turn your digital photos into gorgeous paintings!

Posted on April 26, 2013

psykopaint-logoThere are a number of programs and apps available for creating paintings from digital photos,and one of my favorites just happens to be completely free. It also runs entirely within your web browser so there is nothing to download or install.

It’s called Psykopaint, and here’s how to use it:  [Read more…]

How to calibrate your screen colors in Windows 7/8

Posted on December 30, 2012

calibrate-screenHere’s the scenario: You take a great picture, spiff it up a bit in your favorite photo editing program, then sit back and admire the rich colors that look pretty much exactly as you remember them looking when the picture was taken.

But there’s a problem. When you print the photo or view it on another computer, the colors look absolutely horrible!

If this happens to you, the culprit is most likely a miscalibrated computer screen. Windows 7 includes a nifty utility that can help you calibrate the colors on your monitor. It’s called the Display Color Calibration Wizard, and here’s how you use it:  [Read more…]




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