Nov 2009
Developing a Raw File with Photoshop
Saturday, November 28 ,2009 Filed in: Training Products
In this video you’ll learn how to use the Camera Raw dialog in Photoshop to process your images. You can also visit the website www.peachpit.com/videomac in order to download sample files.
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Auto-Blend – Photoshop CS4 Sneak Peak
Richard Harrington shows you how to use auto-blend to combine multiple exposures in Photoshop CS4 .
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Have You Joined "From Still to Motion" Yet?
Over at Facebook you can connect with other users... exchange ideas... share resources!
Here's a sampling of recent stories.
- Zacuto custom rig for Panavision + Canon 7D setup
- Photoshop World adds a new DSLR video workshop
- HDMI capture of live stream for Canon 7D
- Almost everything you need to know about aliasing in DSLR video
- Canon 7D Test - Greenscreen
Join us and share your ideas for the book and footage tests.
Dodge, Burn, and Sponge – Photoshop CS4 Sneak Peak
Richard Harrington shows you the improvements that Photoshop CS4 brings to the dodge, burn and sponge tools.
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Layers Magazine Design Contest
Layers Magazine is running a great contest:
“How would you like a chance to win a 1.5-TB Guardian MAXimus quad interface hard drive and $200 dollars in Fotolia credits, both courtesy of Fotolia? We thought so. Just show us your killer design skills, and before you know it, it could be you downloading a ton of awesome images from Fotolia to your brand-new hard drive. And as an added perk, we'll publish the winning entry in the January/February 2010 issue of Layers magazine. So how do you win these great prizes? All you have to do is enter the Layers Back Page Design Contest.”
| Here’s the official rules |
Little Things – Photoshop CS4 Sneak Peak
Richard Harrington shows you the small but important updates and features new to Photoshop CS4.
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Three Free After Effects CS4 Tutorials
Thursday, November 19 ,2009 Filed in: Adobe | Motion Graphics
Here are a few free After Effects tutorials from Layers Magazine.
Vibrance Adjustment – Photoshop CS4 Sneak Peak
Richard Harrington shows you how to use the new vibrance adjustments in Photoshop CS4 to boost the saturation of a scene without affecting skin tones.
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What is Google Chrome OS?
Wednesday, November 18 ,2009 Filed in: Business
This looks to be something worth keeping an eye on. Google reveals more about their new Operating System.
Enhanced Panormaic Photomerge – Photoshop CS4 Sneak Peak
Richard Harrington shows you the new photomerge features in Photoshop CS4 that can take your panoramic photography to the next level.
Want to know even more abut panoramic photos? Check out our iPhone training app.
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Photo of nearly every Apple product ever released
Here's a cool picture for those of you into Apple. Click the image to view the full-resolution poster.
Enhanced Smart Objects– Photoshop CS4 Sneak Peak
Richard Harrington shows you how to use smart objects and how they have been improved in Photoshop CS4
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Color Range Command – Photoshop CS4 Sneak Peak
Richard Harrington shows you how to use the color range command and how CS4 makes it even easier to make a localized selection.
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The Economics of Music
Sunday, November 15 ,2009 Filed in: Business
"Of the new titles released last year, almost 99 percent of them didn't sell enough copies to let their creators earn a living from CD sales, and almost 95 percent of them didn't sell enough copies to cover the most basic expenses involved in their recording."
Depressing.....
Check out the article Selling CDs is no way to make a living.
Adjustments Panel – Photoshop CS4 Sneak Peak
Richard Harrington shows you how to use the new adjustments panel in Photoshop CS4 to speed up your workflow.
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Masks Panel – Photoshop CS4 Sneak Peak
Richard Harrington shows you what’s new with masks in Photoshop CS4 and how to use them to non-destructively add transparency to an image.
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New Documentary on PowerPoint in Production
"Release Date: March 15, 2010 on Netflix, iTunes, Amazon, & Comcast VOD
Distribution: Method Content LLC
Director’s Comment: I’ve done nearly 200 speeches in the last 3 years, and in every one, clients insisted I include a PowerPoint presentation. My film “Why Walmart Works” was about the scale and influence of Walmart, and I became fascinated with the scale of PowerPoint, which has an estimated 400 million users worldwide.
The documentary “Regarding Powerpoint” traces the origin of the program and its subsequent development. We’ll look at who uses the program for what purposes. The film will also address PowerPoint’s effect of cognitive development and syntax structure, i.e., is society beginning to think in outlines and bullet points, as opposed to to paragraphs? Does anybody give a speech without slides anymore? Will audiences listen to one?
Much as Walmart dominates physical distribution of goods, PowerPoint has come to dominate business expression and presentation. “Regarding Powerpoint” will attempt to put the program’s influence on business, education, and thinking into meaningful context."
Adobe About Module – Photoshop CS4 Sneak Peak
Richard Harrington shows you how to use the Adobe output module in Bridge CS4 to make PDF slideshows and web galleries of your images.
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Interface Changes – Photoshop CS4 Sneak Peak
Learn about important changes to the Photoshop CS4 user interface such as refined workspaces, freely rotatable canvas, greater zoom levels, enhanced controls with panels, and tabbed documents.
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New Training Video Released
It's always nice to get name-checked on Scott Kelby's blog (he is the number one technology author in the world after all).
Thanks Scott – He called me a photographer... guess I'm moving up in the world =)
"Just Released: “Editing Video Shot With Your DSLR” Online Class
Video guru, photographer, and Photoshop World instructor Richard Harrington just released a new online class at Kelby Training Online called Editing Your DSLR Video on a Mac, and it answers so many questions about this booming new area of creativity for photographers. If you’ve got a DSLR that shoots video, you’ve got to catch Rich’s class (here’s the link)."Thanks Scott – He called me a photographer... guess I'm moving up in the world =)
Great Photoshop Training Apps On Sale
Need some Photoshop training? Check out our new iPhone and iPod touch apps.
Quick Fixes has 23 reviews in the iTtunes store (22 are 5-start and 1 4-star)! People love this app.
- Terry White made it his pick of the week.
- Jeff Revell at PhotoWalkPro write a very detailed review too.
- My son thinks it's cool that I used his picture in one of the lessons
If you haven't tried our new training apps, what are you waiting for?
How about our sale!
Understanding Photoshop Quick Fixes is $1.99 | iTunes – Web Demo
Understanding Photoshop Creating Panoramic Photos is $3.99 | iTunes – Web Demo
(prices good through November 30)
These apps are a lot of work, but I want to see them succeed. We've lowered the prices temporarily so more people will try them out. Tell your friends and try them out (the feedback has been overwhelmingly possitive).
- Includes training videos edited specifically for the iPhone or iPod Touch.
- Offers easily viewable screens, with zooms and close-ups of the action.
- Every lesson includes hands-on files that you download to your computer. There’s no need to merely watch, you can try out every technique on your own.
- Test your knowledge with interactive quizzes. Score yourself as well as check your answers with video responses.
- Search throughout the application by keyword and your own bookmarks.
- A quick reference guide is also included to help you build your Photoshop knowledge.
- Interact with the trainer with comments and a Twitter client.
Photographers of the World – Give Back
Tuesday, November 10 ,2009 Filed in: Personal | Photography
Are you a photographer? Take a moment to watch these two videos and sign up. This is a great idea and very needed. For more info please visit http://www.help-portrait.com. You can find a local group here – http://community.help-portrait.com/groups.
On-Camera Microphones for DSLR Cameras
Tuesday, November 10 ,2009 Filed in: DSLR Video
The RØDE mic significantly extends pickup for the camera. This is the Rode VideoMic with PG1 Pistol Grip. We've also added the DeadCat Windshield.
There are several manufacturers that make external microphones that are designed to be attached to your camera. Manufacturers like RØDE offer specialty microphones mount on your hot shoe. The microphones can be plugged into the “mic” port on your camera.
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Refining Edges – 144 Understanding Adobe Photoshop
Instructor Richard Harrington shows you how to easily modify selections with the refine edges command in Photoshop CS4.
DSLR Video Shootout
Sunday, November 08 ,2009 Filed in: DSLR Video | Video
Head on over to ProVideoCoalition and check out my new article – an in-depth overview comparing the Canon 5D, Canon 7D, Nikon D300S, and Red One. Lot's of other goodies and a ton of video clips as well.
Great New App to Learn Photoshop
Saturday, November 07 ,2009 Filed in: Adobe
You also get access to bonus content that won't be posted anywhere else. The app also lets you download the videos to your iTunes library so you can watch when you are not online.
The "Learn the Creative Suite with Terry White" app is available for both the iPhone and the iPod touch. You can get it from the App Store for $1.99.
Interested in DSLR Video?
Saturday, November 07 ,2009 Filed in: DSLR Video | Video
The page serves two purposes.
1. I'll share what we're learning about DSLR Video.
2. I'll let you know things about the new book and DVD I'm developing.
I hope you can stop by and join us.
We've got a ton of video clips posted to give you ideas.
We've also opened a forum, so please post a question or comment.
Photoshop 3D – Photoshop CS4 Sneak Peak
Learn about 3D in Photoshop CS4
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It's Time to Stop Diabetes
Friday, November 06 ,2009 Filed in: Personal
"Every 20 seconds. That's how often someone is diagnosed with diabetes."
You need to check out the new Stop Diabetes site.... it's time we end this deadly disease.
Get More Out of Your Mac
We've also got a new podcast series too with free tips and practice files. Web or iTunes for free.
"On a Mac, the sky's the limit for creating professional video. With all the tools available though, it can be a daunting task to decide which ones offer the best solutions for combined efficiency and high-level results. How can you effectively communicate your vision to clients and crew? How should you calibrate your camera for multi-camera and green screen shoots? Is it better to do your keying in After Effects, Motion, or Final Cut? How should you set up your edit suite for efficiency and accuracy? How do you manage large amounts of media and a multitude of formats for multiple software applications?
In Video Made on a Mac, you'll learn the answers and much more. Chock-full of practical advice and step-by-step instructions, each chapter provides insight on the critical components of production and postproduction that can make all the difference when you're up against a tight budget and schedule. The accompanying DVD supplies you with project files and high-definition footage so you can follow along with the examples, as well as 50 training videos. Whether you're an advanced Mac user or just beginning to incorporate Adobe Creative Suite into your Final Cut Studio workflow, you'll learn to apply best-practice techniques to all your video projects."
MGFest 09 Comes to DC
Monday, November 02 ,2009 Filed in: Motion Graphics
The Motion Graphics 09 Fest is coming to DC. It runs November 18-22
Here's the full schedule
http://mgfest.com/09/WashingtonDC/
Here are the educational workshops
http://mgfest.com/09/WashingtonDC/workshops.php
Here are the social functions and screenings
http://mgfest.com/09/WashingtonDC/artevents.php
This is a great chance to network with pros from both DC and abroad. Hope you all check it out...
Blu is Back with Another Great Video
Sunday, November 01 ,2009 Filed in: Motion Graphics
This is just awesome... I love what these guys do with real art and timelapse.
a collaborative animation by Blu and David Ellis
http://www.blublu.org
http://www.davidellis.org
a collaborative animation by Blu and David Ellis
http://www.blublu.org
http://www.davidellis.org
Great Video for Great Band
Sunday, November 01 ,2009 Filed in: DSLR Video
I've always been a huge Arrested Development (AD) fan since college. Many haven't realized that the band has continued to release new music at a regular pace.
Here's their latest music video, shot entirely with a Canon 7D camera. Been studying up on this process as I am in the middle of co-authoring a book on DSLR filmmaking right now.
Enjoy!
Here's their latest music video, shot entirely with a Canon 7D camera. Been studying up on this process as I am in the middle of co-authoring a book on DSLR filmmaking right now.
Enjoy!
Arrested Development - "The World Is Changing" from James Edwin Myers Jr. on Vimeo.
Arrested Development - "The World Is Changing"
Vagabond Records and Tapes
A Pony Ghost Production
Director - James Edwin Myers Jr.
Producer - James Edwin Myers Jr.
Co-producer - Bob Butler
Executive Producers - Arrested Development
DP - Troy Stains
Editor - Justin Miller
Colorist - Troy Stains
Set Construction - Bob Butler
Production Design - David Van Arsdale
Stylist/Wardrobe - Harley Pelayo
Makeup - Fawn Ortega
PA/Grips - Mike Williamson, Justin Chapman
This music video was shot entirely on a Canon 7D with Canon lenses.