Macro - Finding the sweet spot

[SMB2]

I am not pushing LR but here is one of the best things about it.
As you set up your library the only images are the original RAW shots. ALL processing is kept as data in a separate file called a Catalog. This saves A LOT of space.
When you pull up an edited image LR applies the data of the edit to the RAW picture so you see the edited version. You are storing just the RAW image and edit data (and edit data takes up very little space relative to image files). You can make umpteen different versions of one RAW image and LR will apply the data of each version to the original RAW image.
If you want to export the edited version you do that through LR in any form and size you like, TIFF, JPEG and email it, post it on SD, whatever.

All editing is on the RAW file so no pixel information is lost, no matter what you do in LR. Not sure how GIMP works.

[rickztahone]

I am not pushing LR but here is one of the best things about it.
As you set up your library the only images are the original RAW shots. ALL processing is kept as data in a separate file called a Catalog. This saves A LOT of space.
When you pull up an edited image LR applies the data of the edit to the RAW picture so you see the edited version. You are storing just the RAW image and edit data (and edit data takes up very little space relative to image files). You can make umpteen different versions of one RAW image and LR will apply the data of each version to the original RAW image.
If you want to export the edited version you do that through LR in any form and size you like, TIFF, JPEG and email it, post it on SD, whatever.

All editing is on the RAW file so no pixel information is lost, no matter what you do in LR. Not sure how GIMP works.

right. these edits are called side car edits. basically it is just an algorithm that allows the computer to backtrack the changes you have made to the RAW file.

The way I organize my files is a little different than most because my priorities may differ from others, but the truth is, each photographer finds their own way of sorting. The key point here is to just start organization early on.

There are relatively straight forward ways to store files by date, or by photo shoot name. I personally do it by subject. I'll have one for wildlife/flowers/people (within people I'll have a folder specifically for my kids)/events....etc.

[SMB2]

This should get the job done for you, Pat.



http://nikonrumors.com/2015/05/05/ca...0-part-2.aspx/


actus_macro-550x367.jpg

[Second Hand Pat]

This should get the job done for you, Pat.



http://nikonrumors.com/2015/05/05/ca...0-part-2.aspx/


actus_macro-550x367.jpg

Stan, I am not even sure if I could lift that lol. Looks very intimidating.
Pat

[dagray]

Third shot: Print Big, and print on metallic paper. Dragon fly is very nice too

[Second Hand Pat]

Third shot: Print Big, and print on metallic paper. Dragon fly is very nice too

Thanks Dave
Pat

[Second Hand Pat]

DSC_9165

DSC_9166

[dagray]

Great use of light, depth of field, and composition on both of those orchids. My preference is the top one with the select focus (the main flower in focus and the rest with a soft focus) Also from a commercial standpoint this one would print very well on many different papers, or other media (canvas, linen, velvet, metal) for prints.

The lower photo with the center being sharp and the rest being soft would print nicely on linen or canvas real well, and would look good printed on a satin paper.

[Second Hand Pat]

Thanks Dave, in both I need to clone out the green leaf at the bottom of the photo.
Pat

[dagray]

Pat it wasn't a distracting element to my eye, others might have different opinions.

[Keith Perkins]

Very fun to watch what you're up to in your retired life Pat. Um, do you still have fish?

[Second Hand Pat]

Very fun to watch what you're up to in your retired life Pat. Um, do you still have fish?

I do Keith. Perhaps some fish pictures are overdue.
Pat

[Second Hand Pat]

Ok, life is back to normal. Visited a neighbor's butterfly garden. Have a bit of fun with this purple coneflower



But this one is my favorite. Not sure what it is.

[Second Hand Pat]

Liked the way the background surrounds this flower.

[Second Hand Pat]

and one more.