Wednesday, February 29, 2012

20120228-BLRT-SOLO MODE

SOLO MODE:  I love it and you should too.  Save time, eliminate visual clutter and work more efficiently with solo mode!


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Monday, February 27, 2012

20120227-BLRT-CULLING TECHNIQUES

Learn how to cull super fast, learn which keys to use and why, and when the X reject key can be a time waster in this episode of Best Lightroom Training with Kris Gay.


To learn more about our online Adobe Lightroom classes or our presets, templates, etc., stop by the store at www.bestlightroomtraining.com!


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20120227-BLRT-SILHOUETTES-GRADUATED FILTERS

In this episode of Best Lightroom training, I teach you how to create dramatic color silhouettes with the graduated filter tool by first converting the image to black and white and enhancing contrast before applying the color effect.  I also discuss typical wedding photographer scenarios and tips for dealing with less than stellar sunsets or twilight situations.


To learn more about Best Lightroom Training's online class offerings or the many different presets, templates, etc. that are available, please stop by the website at www.bestlightroomtraining.com!


Wednesday, February 15, 2012

20120215-BLRT-Creating or editing a metadata preset



Learn how to create or edit a metadata preset in Lightroom with a very cool Facebook twist in this episode of Best Lightroom Training.  Watch Kris demonstrate not only how to create or edit a metadata preset but also how to get that preset to embed your web site's domain name in every image so when the images are uploaded to Facebook, each individual image has an active web link to your web site in the description field to the right of each photo. 


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Thursday, February 2, 2012

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Wednesday, February 1, 2012

20120201-BLRT-Split toning a portrait

Learn how to apply split toning to a portrait with this informative and easy to follow video tutorial from Best Lightroom Training!


Kris Gay
Bella Vita Studios & Best Lightroom Training
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