http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/17051.aspxTue, 27 Oct 2009 17:09:53 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:17051mmcdonoughLayers are a powerful tool used in the digital photo editing processes of Paint Shop Pro. In this introductory article, we’ll explain exactly what layers are and give examples to illustrate this concept. Also, we’ll show how to make the Layers palette viewable on the Paint Shop Pro workspace. What is a Layer? People new to photo edi...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/17664.aspxTue, 27 Oct 2009 17:06:39 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:17664mmcdonoughIn this overview, we’ll take a look at the different types of layers available in Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 and give some ideas when each type should be used. Types of Layers There are nine different types of layers in Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 . In later articles of this series, we’ll delve deeper into each individual type, but for n...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/17666.aspxTue, 27 Oct 2009 17:06:12 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:17666mmcdonoughThe drop shadow effect in Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo X2 Ultimate is fully customizable and lets you define the precise appearance of the shadow for any image. Read on to learn how to create a shadow for an object in Paint Shop Pro. Creating Shadows for Objects There are many special effects that can be employed in photo editing projects in Corel Pa...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/17876.aspxTue, 27 Oct 2009 17:05:48 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:17876mmcdonoughAre you ready to start using layers to add interesting effects to your digital photo editing projects? In this guide, we'll walk through a sample project that utilizes many of the different types of layers found in Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo X2. How to Use Layers in Paint Shop Pro Sometimes, the best way to learn how to do something is to w...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/18566.aspxTue, 27 Oct 2009 17:05:23 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:18566mmcdonoughIt’s not hard to find yourself in a situation where you have so many layers in a digital photo editing project that it’s hard to keep track of the all. In this guide, we’ll show how to use the layer grouping feature of Paint Shop Pro to better manage your layer organization. Organizing Layers in Paint Shop Pro Once you realize how...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/53277.aspxFri, 23 Oct 2009 18:10:41 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:53277AlyssaAstCreating a custom photo Christmas card to send out during the holiday season is very easy to do. To take a great photo for the card you must use the right equipment. There are special tips to help you take the best Christmas card photo. Equipment In order to create a custom photo Christmas card you must use the correct photography equipment. To tak...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/53275.aspxFri, 23 Oct 2009 18:02:29 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:53275AlyssaAstWhen you take landscape pictures in black and white you should use certain camera settings to produce the best image. Black and white landscape images can easily be done using a few tips and tricks. Technical Tips When taking black and white landscape photographs, it is best to shoot using the RAW setting on the camera. Unfortunately, most low cost...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/614.aspxThu, 22 Oct 2009 14:13:16 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:614carolyn.tarabolettiAdobe Photoshop Lightroom is touted as "an essential software for today's digital photographer." Indeed, Lightroom is an ideal workflow tool for professional photographers as well as amateur photographers who take their hobby seriously. Introduction From photo organization to photo publishing, Adobe Photoshop Lightroom provides all of t...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/52944.aspxTue, 20 Oct 2009 21:02:04 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:52944AlyssaAstWhen taking exterior building pictures it is important to use the right equipment in order to accurately capture the architectural details. Using the right camera setting is equally as important. There are many great tips to use when taking pictures of buildings. Equipment Tips When taking exterior building pictures it is important to have the righ...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/reviews/701.aspxTue, 20 Oct 2009 17:14:13 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:701largordoSerif's PhotoPlus 11 is the 21st century artist's paintbrush. You know you have reached a higher level in digital photography when you find eight different categories of filters and a tab called Instant Artist, not to mention the usual touch-up tools for making your photos blemish-free. Introduction When you think that digital photography h...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/14198.aspxWed, 30 Sep 2009 19:39:41 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:14198writermayWhat is a model release form? When should a photographer use a model release form? What's the difference between a model release form and a pocket release form? These questions and more are answered here. When should a photographer use a photo model release form? The standard photography model release form is a document that is ...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/14258.aspxThu, 17 Sep 2009 02:05:18 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:14258writermayPhotography is a fun hobby and a delightful job. But it would be wrong to assume that there are no legal matters to take care of. Here we will examine the most common photography agreements and contracts used by photographers. Photography is serious business Whoever thought that photography is all fun and adventure probably has never seen the busin...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/12024.aspxMon, 14 Sep 2009 19:44:38 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:12024xanadu324It never fails. You’re poised to get that candid moment in time and someone notices your camera. Your “candid” shot turns into friends hugging each other, the infamous bunny ears, and the cheesy grins that always seem to surface when a camera is pointed. So, how can you get the candid shots? Sleeping Yes, that’s right. Sleepin...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/11999.aspxThu, 10 Sep 2009 22:00:21 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:11999xanadu324This article will help you decide which lens filter is best for you and your digital camera by listing some of the most popular filters, what they’re commonly used for, and what effects you can get with them. Black and White Filter I personally don’t use these filters. I’d much rather shoot all of my photos in color and choose to convert them...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/12009.aspxThu, 10 Sep 2009 21:58:46 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:12009xanadu324This article explains what a lens hood is, why they’re used, and whether or not you should own one yourself. What Is A Lens Hood? A lens hood is essentially a cover that goes over the end of your camera where the lens is located. It can be square, funnel, or cylindrically shaped, and is used to prevent flare and other unwanted stray light...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/12025.aspxThu, 10 Sep 2009 21:58:05 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:12025xanadu324How can you get the perfect candid photo? The “when did you take that photo” shot? These photography tips and tricks are here to help you capture those candid moments. Before you know it, you’ll be a pro at capturing the best candid pictures ever! Lie It isn’t a really big lie, just a lie to catch your subject off guar...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/12476.aspxThu, 10 Sep 2009 21:57:45 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:12476xanadu324With winter almost upon us in the northern hemisphere, you need to know how to protect your camera from the elements. Snow, wind, and rain can all have horrible effects on your photography equipment. This article will explain what types of elements to be aware of, and how to protect yourself. Get A Reliable Camera Bag The number one step to protect...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/9507.aspxThu, 10 Sep 2009 21:57:19 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:9507xanadu324You heard about Flickr from a friend or colleague. You checked out the site and got so confused that your head almost exploded! What do you do now? You read this article which explains to you how to use Flickr.com. What Is Flickr.com? Flickr.com has been around since 2004 and some people are still unsure how to use it. Sure, you can rea...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/11480.aspxThu, 10 Sep 2009 21:56:07 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:11480xanadu324The Select menu is used when you want to add something, delete something, or make changes to one specific part of the photo, rather than the photo as a whole. This Photoshop tutorial will explain which menu option does what, and what they can be used for. All, Deselect, and Reselect All : Select all will select the entire photo (or layer) that you ...http://www.brighthub.com/multimedia/photography/articles/11476.aspxThu, 10 Sep 2009 21:50:17 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:11476xanadu324This article is geared toward explaining the Layer menu in Adobe Photoshop Elements 6.0. With the layers menu, there are so many ways to enhance your photos. You can add new layers to make changes to your photos rather than working on the photo itself or you can erase things on a new layer. New Layer The first choice you have under the Layer menu i...