Learn Elements Now ..Restoring and Repairing Photographs Using
Photoshop Elements
Author: Brad Alexzander
You may be considering whether or not you should restore your
old photographs; if you are the first thing you must figure out
is which problem you want to fix first. At times it is obvious
to see which problem should be fixed first; some of your photos
might have tears or a bad case of red eye. However, some of your
photos will undoubtedly have a variety of problems which must be
corrected in the proper sequence so when you solve one problem
you may be correcting an entirely different problem at the same
time. Here are a few problems you might attack.
* The first problem you want to do is fix any structural issues.
Torn or ripped photos can be scanned in and repaired using
Photoshop Elements tools so that you will have a whole picture
to work with in order to correct other problems.
* Your next step is to correct the contrast of your photos. Are
they too light or dark? This can be easily overcome using your
photo editing software.
* You can next correct simple problems such as "red eye" and
dust spot with the Red Eye reduction tool.
* After adjusting the contrast, you can now tackle any color
adjustments you wish to make using adjustment tools such as the
color picker. You can lighten or darken any existing color, or
change the color completely to suit your taste.
* Using the cropping tool you can remove or replace any content
you do not want in the photo. Simply replace those undesirable
objects with a more pleasing background.
All of these repairs can be easily accomplished using Photoshop
Elements. Be brave and experiment with your photo editing
program. You can always go back and undo anything that does not
return the results that you desire.
Did you like this article? Curious about
http://www.learnelementsnow.com/ learning photoshop
elements fast? Well now you can by getting this http://www.learnelementsnow.com/blog/free
report...what are you waiting for?
About the author:
Simple Photoshop ELEMENTS Video Tutorials that will help you
conquer Photoshop in no time at all. Take a look at their blog
for a free sample video.
About the author:
Simple Photoshop ELEMENTS Video Tutorials that will help you
conquer Photoshop in no time at all. Take a look at their blog
for a free sample video.
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Monday, December 08, 2008
Sunday, December 07, 2008
Monday, November 24, 2008
Monday, November 17, 2008
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Saturday, June 09, 2007
Thursday, June 07, 2007
Wednesday, June 06, 2007
Thursday, April 12, 2007
Wednesday, April 04, 2007
Win a stunning new Nikon D40x D-SLR!
If you’re keen to get into digital SLR imaging, why not make the leap with Nikon’s new D40x? Big brother to the acclaimed entry-level D40, it offers ten-megapixel resolution and is packed with pro-quality technology, yet is incredibly easy to use – and, at £599.99 for a kit which includes the versatile new 18-55mm Nikkor DX zoom, it’s exceptional value for money.
The D40x incorporates the latest advanced imaging technologies, including a high-precision image-processing engine, Nikon’s exclusive 3D Color Matrix Metering for truly natural colour, eight digital Vari-program modes and innovative in-camera retouching features, to enable superb pictures across a huge range of shooting situations. It’s the perfect camera for photographers who want ease of use with the option of creative control.
The new D40x goes on sale this month. For full details – and for your chance to win one of three highly desirable D40x kits – just
click here !
Thursday, March 29, 2007
Watch Stuart Little remove image blemishes using advanced techniques.
Photoshop Video - The Little Photoshop - Episode 1
Learn from Stuart Little how to add a digital watermark to your images at the click of a button.
Photoshop Video - The Little Photoshop - Episode 2 Part 1
Learn more from Stuart Little about the secrets of creating a digital watermark for your images.
Photoshop Video - The Little Photoshop - Episode 2 Part 2
Photoshop Video - The Little Photoshop - Episode 1
Learn from Stuart Little how to add a digital watermark to your images at the click of a button.
Photoshop Video - The Little Photoshop - Episode 2 Part 1
Learn more from Stuart Little about the secrets of creating a digital watermark for your images.
Photoshop Video - The Little Photoshop - Episode 2 Part 2
Thursday, March 09, 2006
Selling Stock Photography for Amateurs
by Nick Stubbs
It may have crossed your mind at some point that you would like to sell your images with some of the photographic stock agencies online. You may have then visited their sites only to be put off by the costs involved with regard to the equipment needed to "produce the goods". Many of the larger agencies need file sizes of 50MB which require professional or semi-professional equipment and for which the costs run into thousands.
What a lot of people don't understand is that there are "micro stock" agencies that cater for a different market altogether! You see, the huge image files required by the larger agencies are what are needed for large advertising or marketing companies that need to either show off exceptional quality or reproduce the images in print, at greatly enlarged proportions. But what about the rest of the world?
What about small companies that cannot afford the rates offered by large stock agencies? What about the sole trader or self employed that simply needs a few decent images for his/her website or small marketing campaign? What about colleges or faculties that have a strict budget but still need good images for their workshops or tuition? This is where you come in!
The agencies I am talking about, only need good, nice clean images of 2.5 megabytes or above which can be produced by cameras of around 3 mega pixels or higher. This would include your everyday advanced digital compact like a Canon Sureshot for example.
The cost of buying the images is kept very low for the consumer as the file sizes restrict the applications for which they can be used, but are perfect for the type of outlets I have just described. Therefore the payout is less to the photographer but sales happen a lot more frequently and you can earn yourself a nice residual income for as long as your images are online. Obviously the more you have the more you earn.
It doesn't mean that you can send any old tat in; the images must be clean (in all respects), interesting, well taken and well exposed. The agencies normally have a "wants" list which is excellent as it lets you know exactly what you have to do to earn money! Apart from anything, it also gives you more of a reason to go out and make use of your camera in a more exciting way.
There is a forum on the site that I use and recommend, that has a bunch of regulars that are always there to lend a hand with advice, hints and tips and also to give inspiration and motivation. It has a community of photographers that will put you at ease and help you on your way to earning money from your camera, and I can guarantee you will make friends there too.
After I had registered (which is free), I was a little bemused by it all as I had only ever used the larger agencies, so before I uploaded any images, I introduced another photographer to them. He had about 20 moto-x images on within a week and sold 6 of them immediately. I uploaded 1 image after that and sold a copy that night. I then uploaded 48 more, 5 were rejected but I sold 18 of the others within a week. I then submitted another 90 and so it goes on, all very exciting as the sales stats are updated every 15 minutes and you cannot help but keep "refreshing" the page!
It is by no means my main source of income, but the way I see it, I can upload smaller copies of the 50MB files I have on with larger agents here and add another stream of revenue for very little work. If you have images sitting around on your hard drive, or would like a reason to get up in the morning and go out and do something constructive, give it a go, there is nothing to lose.
One word of warning though, read very carefully the criteria for uploading images. If you consistently upload rubbish, your account will be suspended for 6 months pending review. I suggest that you read the submission guidelines for all stock agencies at my site here;
Selling Stock Photography at "All Things Photography"
and look for the yellow information box halfway down the page.
This will require work and a bit of commitment, but you can earn some nice pocket money here from your hobby and some of the regulars earn a good living from it, but you must follow and abide by the rules.
Good luck and hope to see you in the forums!
Nick Stubbs
www.all-things-photography.com
Nick is a professional photographer with over 20 years experience in wedding, portrait, industrial and advertising photography. He is a member of the SWPP (Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers) and BPPA (British Professional Photographers Association).
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
