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Great Photography Resources

Posted by jennadee on Tuesday, February 8, 2011, In : resources

There are so many questions to answer concerning photography. There are inspiring tutorials for the science minded photographer as well as the artistic muse. Check out this resource of 100 photography tutorials for an Alice in Wonderland sized rabbit hole. Enjoy!

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Foolproof Data Backup

Posted by jennadee on Saturday, August 28, 2010, In : resources

Nerd alert! This tidbit is for the strong of heart folks who want to know THE way to backup data. Specifically, backing up their images. I know you've been dying to locate the best practices developed by the Library of Congress. Head over to dpBestflow and learn what true data security should look like.

Here's an dp Bestflow info graphic that begins the right backup thought processes:

Ready to jump in? I promise, knowing a good process and following it regularly lowers your anxiety leve...
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Resources for using Lightroom

Posted by jennadee on Wednesday, March 3, 2010, In : resources

Do you need 21 Reasons to Use Lightroom? It's a good overview of the benefits of working with digital photographs in Adobe Lightroom.

Why do you need a software system to enjoy your photographs? Mostly because you want to have a life and keep photographing. Trust me, you want to choose between Aperture, Lightroom and the many other options. You want to keep up with the cataloging. You want to enjoy your photographs. And you want to make more photographs!

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Good Advice in Fewer than 140 Characters

Posted by jennadee on Monday, February 15, 2010, In : resources

Read the non-sale related posts on the Twitter feed from White House Custom Color (#whccpro) to collect great tips on photographing smarter.

Tidbits can save you many missed opportunities. Here are a few examples:

Use your meter's spot focus option in backlit or difficult mixed lighting situations to read off the subject.
Writers get better by reading, photographers get better by looking at lots of photographs.
Lightroom running slow? Try replacing *or trashing* Lightroom prefs. Also try running...

Great Tips for Improving Your Photography

Posted by jennadee on Monday, February 15, 2010, In : resources

Check out Scott Bourne's site Photofocus (specifically the tips) for great helps and insight. Take a tip for a test run every few photography excursions and watch your results improve!

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