Category Archives: Workflow

Non-destructive editing

Posted on August 14, 2020 by Geoff Shaw

Non-destructive image editing allows you to revise your edits without starting again from scratch. Continue reading →

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Backup

Posted on August 14, 2020 by Geoff Shaw

The importance of backup Tidying my room a while agoI came across a very dusty doc I had made yonks ago on the importance of computer backup. It had the “Backup song” that parodies the song “Yesterday” by the Beatles.  … Continue reading →

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The Photoshop Workspace

Posted on August 13, 2020 by Geoff Shaw

Workspaces A workspace refers to the collection of user interface elements on your screen and their layout. Photoshop has a vast number of features, so the workspace usually gives a subset of the available tools and functions. You can customise … Continue reading →

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Photoshop keyboard shortcuts

Posted on August 12, 2020 by Geoff Shaw

Using your keyboard in conjunction with your mouse can speed your work in photoshop. Keyboard shortcuts are customisable to suit your workflow. Continue reading →

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Basic Edits

Posted on August 10, 2020 by Geoff Shaw

Almost every photo you take will benefit from some basic edits to tweak the exposure and tonality, cropping, colour balance etc. Continue reading →

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Lightroom and Photoshop

Posted on August 10, 2020 by Geoff Shaw

Lightroom is an excellent image editor as well as having powerful digital image management functions. Photoshop is often regarded as the gold standard in image editing. Continue reading →

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Some resources

Posted on August 9, 2020 by Geoff Shaw

There are lots of resources on the WCC website https://www.waverleycameraclub.org. In particular have a look at the resources page from the top menu https://www.waverleycameraclub.org/resources/ where there are a number of documents on how to do things. If you are planning … Continue reading →

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Image File Management

Posted on August 9, 2020 by Geoff Shaw

File management is important if you want to be able to find your photos in the future. Use consistent processes and add ratings and keywords and other useful data to the image metadata to help you locate your masterpieces in later years. Continue reading →

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Capturing images in the camera: RAW vs JPEG

Posted on August 9, 2020 by Geoff Shaw

Whilst JPEG offers convenience, RAW images unlock the full potential of your camera and open up far more possibilities for image post processing. Continue reading →

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Workflow

Posted on August 9, 2020 by Geoff Shaw

Workflow describes the overall processes you use between retrieving the image from your camera to your finished image including file management, cataloging, editing and display. Continue reading →

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