Noise Reduction Magic, Private Workshops & More

DxO released PureRaw3 last week. I had early access to the software and have now been using for almost a month - it is impressive. Really impressive! You run your RAW files through before you begin editing and with very little input from you (like 3 clicks total and no decisions to make) the software returns a cleaner DNG. For me to adopt a new piece of software into my workflow it needs to make a serious difference and I am seeing awesome improvement and the workflow is painless. Watch my video and see some before/after examples. I am still a fan of Topaz and plan to use it as a finishing tool. I share more in the video.

Sony Photographers - I finally took the time to show you all my customization settings for common Sony mirrorless cameras and this one focus trick that blows workshop participants away when I show them. Watch this NEW Video. In that video I mention two older videos with tricks that I still use today- double your zoom when using video with no loss of quality!! and the One-click magic setting I use for birds in flight but could be customized to your needs.

Don’t be slow! I work with many clients frustrated with Lightroom and so often they are using an old slow hard drive to store photos and maybe even a cheap USB hub that is slowing everything down. Stop. PLEASE! B&H Photo now has these FAST 2TB SSD drives for just $140. And make sure you are using a fast HUB - they aren’t expensive. I have a quick guide to better USB hubs here. This doesn’t guarantee faster Lightroom performance but often it will make a significant difference. Email me if you have any questions.

Private tours & workshops - I ran a small 2-person workshop this past week here in Seattle and I had a blast. Photography, post-processing, lightroom organization - I can design it to your needs. This past week I helped both participants consolidate photos from multiple drives into one, setup a backup system and taught/built some base presets for easy editing PLUS we got in some awesome photography in and around the Seattle area. I have more scheduled later this year and I want to know if you are interested. Email me and we can start designing the tour that will work best for you.

Leftovers - The Best Filter System on the Market | My ebook Guide to Post Processing [Pay what you want | My Gear List - even includes the laptop SSD pocket that is the best $12 I have spent since that breakfast burrito from the food truck in Bend, Oregon.