May
15
Learning Photoshop - How To Get Digital Masterpieces Out Of Your Images
May 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment
The use of photographs as a way of expression has traversed a long and creative route. From scintillating images that were once considered the forte of niche artists, to using images as a captivating means to bring everyday necessities like calendars, e-cards and even online albums to share with the rest of the world, the modern-day perception of this art is indeed multifarious. When it comes to the more unconventional applications of photography, you may often find that a few words of wisdom, or humor as the case may be, often packs in a lot more punch than simply using the images themselves. In the days of yore, this option was considered a veritable taboo, in light of the tacky effect a caption or a tagline brought about. With Photoshop, however, this qualm is wiped away with the plethora of alternatives which have literally revolutionized the way the world views digital image editing.
May
11
Learn Photoshop Now - Photoshop Black And White
May 11, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Photoshop Black and White Photography has always been powerful and it has stood the test of time, even against its contemporary color counterpart. When working with black and white, you must incorporate a different set of rules and techniques. With the lack of color the balances of shape and contrast are made to work harder in order to convey the story or set the mood. However, once this is achieved it is striking.
Apr
13
Writers Block And How To Avoid Going Totally Blank
April 13, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Writer’s block causes your mind to go totally blank while trying to write something really smart. You are going nowhere!
It strikes anyone, any time. You sit staring at blank pages or computer screens. You can’t focus, become anxious and feel as if your mind has finally snapped. Deadlines send your brain into panic mode!
This is a fear based problem. You doubt your proven abilities and thought patterns become petrified and non cohesive actions.
There are rational explanations.
1. Perfectionism. You feel you are a failure if all your efforts are not perfect all the time.
Apr
4
Photoshop - A Simple Guide For Newbies
April 4, 2008 | Leave a Comment
So what are the mechanics of this “through the lens” shot to achieve the ghosting effect? 1. Stabilize the camera - using a tripod is best, a stable surface is a second option or, a steady hand as a last resort; 2. Set number of multiple exposures you require for the frame to (N) - usually 1 to 9; 3. For the roll of film in your SLR, determine the film speed (S); 4. Reset the camera film speed (Yes, you can override the setting) to (N S) or, if not an exact match, set it to the absolute closest speed ((N S) adjustment); 5. Take your picture, depressing the shutter button for a total count equalling the number of camera exposures you set in step “2″.
Dec
13
3 Tips For Making Your Editor A Happy Camper
December 13, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Most writers write for one reason — to get their stories and poems published. Editors read submissions for one reason — to fill their magazines and book lines with writings. Sounds like a match made in heaven, doesn’t it?
It would be if editors published every submission that crossed their desks. Sadly for the writer, this isn’t the case. Editors have to be choosy in their acquisitions. They must select only the most entertaining and well written pieces for their publication.



