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Comments on revisions of Adobe Photoshop Elements from version 10 to 11
My feelings regarding the update of Adobe Photoshop Elements 10 to Version 11
There is a major revision of the Organizer (look & functions) which for users of earlier versions comes with a bit of a learning curve. More automated categorizing of images. Has major tabs for People, Places, & Events. Under the “People” tab, you can use facial recognition to group images of individuals. Under “Places”, if your camera captures GPS info, the location of your images can be automatically marked on a map. You can manually note locations of images as well. As primarily a nature photographer, I don’t find the changes that useful.
Changes in the appearance of the program and the Editor are more significant.
The screen is visually easier to read with lighter color scheme. Tool options are larger, clearer, and now at the bottom of page.
The raw converter is improved with better results and new sliders. Becoming more similar to Lightroom’s raw converter but still not as effective.
Under Selections, “Refine edge” makes selection of fuzzy-edged items, such as hair, easier and more natural in appearance.
More guided edits & new filters such as sketch filters and a better blur filter to better separate subjects from their background with depth of field.
To keep up with the new versions drives me a bit crazy since they are released so often.
To learn what is new and old, attend my photo workshop on digital editing & Photoshop Elements at Norfolk Botanical Gardens starting 6 Feb. See my website for details. www.ospreyphoto.com/schedule
Digital Darkroom Class, Adobe Photoshop Elements
Intro to the Digital Darkroom (7, 8, & 10 Feb 13)
Norfolk Botanical Gardens
Instructor – Irene Hinke-Sacilotto
Limited class size for personalized instruction – maximum 10 students
Dates:
Thu & Fri, 7 AND 8 Feb 2013 (Time: 6:30-9:30 PM)
Sun, 10 Feb 2013 (Time: 1:00–4:00 PM)
Description:
In this class you will learn digital editing skills using Adobe Photoshop Elements 10/11, the basic computer editing program used by most non-pro photographers. It is designed as a refresher course for those who attended the previous photo editing class at NBG this summer and those who have rudimentary knowledge of the program but wish to learn more. Both the Organizer module used to load, tag, rate, & locate images and the Editor will be covered. Included is information on cropping, straightening, reducing noise, and sharpening images plus adjusting contrast, exposure, and color saturation. Tips include how to create and use selections; remove distractions; add text; alter file size for e-mail, web, and print applications; and utilize layers and masks. Instruction is based on Adobe Photoshop Elements 10 & 11 Software & PC Computers. Students should be familiar with rudimentary PC and digital camera operation.
Time has been set aside between Friday evening and Sunday afternoon to allow participants the opportunity to practice techniques discussed in class on their own and to bring questions to class. With the small class size, the instructor will be able to customize instruction for individual needs.
For details contact me at ospreyphot@aol.com or 410 679-2873
or Norfolk Botanical Gardens (sponsor) nofolkbotanicalgarden.org/programs-events/calendar 757 441-5830
Best wishes for the holidays & enjoy the time along with some of my friends.
Setting your immagination free is good for the soul besides being great fun.
Having an IPAD with me when I travel, lets me quickly snatch a few cool playful images. Most of the following images were IPAD generated.
Silver Linings – Surprise Photo Opportunities
Weather forecasts on the barrier islands along the Mid-Atlantic coast seem to be wrong as often as they are correct, perhaps due to the influence of the ocean and surrounding water. This proved to be true this December when I was visiting the Outer Banks where I will be conducting a photo workshop next spring. The second week was initially supposed to be sunny but clouds covered the sun on most days. For the last day on the island, clouds were predicted again. But the eternal optimist, I rose early to checked conditions. To my surprise, a hint of color was appearing along the horizon. I dressed in a flash, grabbed my camera & tripod and headed to the beach. My effort was rewarded with great predawn colors before clouds again obscured the sun. The lesson is to never give up. The darkest clouds often reveal a silver lining. See the results.
For early morning photography, I try to be on site approximately 45 minutes before sunrise to plan the shot and capture the best color. For sunset, don’t give up too soon. It is often well after the sun drops below the horizon that the best colors appear.
Today apps for smart phones and IPADs provide you with info on sunrise/sunset times, position of the sun, phases of the moon, tides and more. Thank God for technology.
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