Author: Tim Grey

Tim Grey is regarded as one of the top educators in digital photography and imaging, offering clear guidance on complex subjects through his writing, speaking, and training.
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Pixology Magazine August 2021

The August 2021 issue of Pixology magazine is now available, featuring the following articles:

  • Exposure Rules of Thumb
    Get tips on estimating initial exposure settings for a scene with a series of helpful rules of thumb for specific lighting conditions.
  • Sharing by Synchronization
    Learn how Lightroom Classic makes it easy to share photos by synchronizing them to your other devices, even enabling you to browse selected photos through a web browser from virtually anywhere.
  • Curves for Tone
    Learn to understand the powerful Curves adjustment in Photoshop for applying sophisticated tonal adjustments to your photos.
  • Water Protection
    Find out about the various accessories you can use to keep your camera safe from water, whether you are just photographing in the rain or actually taking your camera underwater.
  • Photo Story: Echelon Formation
    You don’t always have to travel far for great photographic opportunities, as I was reminded of recently when I had the opportunity to photograph the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds at an air show nearby. The story of my favorite photo from the day is shared in this article.

Pixology magazine is included in the GreyLearning Ultimate Bundle, and is also available as a standalone subscription here:

https://www.greylearning.com/courses/pixology-magazine

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Tamron Feature: Around the World With One Lens

I was recently interviewed about my experience on a trip that took me around the world with only one lens for my camera. The result is an article featuring some of my favorite photos captured with that all-in-one lens, with a bit of the story behind each of the images.

You can read the article (and see the photos) in the article on the Tamron USA website here:

https://www.tamron-usa.com/enews/archives/2021/jul321_grey.html

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Pixology Magazine July 2021

The July 2021 issue of Pixology magazine is now available, featuring the following articles:

  • Understanding Noise Reduction
    An in-depth look at the factors related to noise reduction in photos.
  • Tonal Range Selections
    Photoshop’s Color Range command may be primarily focused on creating selections based on color values in a photo, but it can also be used to create selections based on tonal values, as explained in this article.
  • Blue Hour Photography
    Photographers often focus on capturing photos during golden hour right around sunrise or sunset. But “blue hour” can also provide wonderful photographic opportunities, and this article includes tips to help you make the most of a blue hour sky.
  • Smart Collections in Lightroom Classic
    Smart collections provide the ability to preserve search results, enabling you to quickly review photos that meet specific criteria. This article provides tips on creating and using smart collections in your workflow within Lightroom Classic.
  • Photo Story: Swimming with Sharks
    When I had the opportunity to swim with sharks off the coast of Bora Bora in French Polynesia, it reminded me of the valuable lesson that the best gear isn’t always the best option for every situation.

Pixology magazine is included in the GreyLearning Ultimate Bundle, and is also available as a standalone subscription here:

https://www.greylearning.com/courses/pixology-magazine

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Recordings from GreyLearning Virtual Photo Conference

I enjoyed presenting throughout the day this past Saturday for the GreyLearning Virtual Photo Conference, and appreciate all of the great feedback we received.

Recordings of all sessions are now available through the GreyLearning website. You can get all of the details here:

https://www.greylearning.com/courses/conference-2021-06

Keep in mind that the recordings are also included at no additional charge as part of the GreyLearning Ultimate Bundle. This bundle includes all of my video training courses on Photoshop, Lightroom Classic, and more, as well as monthly issues of Pixology magazine, the Ask Tim Grey Monthly Digest, and more. You can get more details with a special discount included by using this link to get started:

https://www.greylearning.com/bundles/greylearning-bundle?coupon=conference21

Here is a summary of the topics covered during the GreyLearning Virtual Photo Conference:

  • Keynote: Better Photography Through Travel
  • Streamlined Organization in Lightroom Classic
  • Smartphone Apps for Photographers
  • Mastering Layer Masks in Photoshop
  • Mirrorless Cameras Presented by Noah Buchanan of Hunt’s Photo & Video
  • Depth of Field Demystified
  • “Ask Tim Grey” Live! Q&A with Gear Questions Answered by Noah Buchanan of Hunt’s Photo & Video

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Pixology Magazine June 2021

The June 2021 issue of Pixology magazine is now available, featuring the following articles:

  • Automatic Selections
    A look at some of the automatic (and semi-automatic) selection tools in Photoshop, which can often provide an excellent starting point for targeted adjustments and composite images.
  • Face Detection in Lightroom Classic
    Lightroom Classic includes face-recognition features that can significantly streamline the process of identifying the people who appear in your photos. In this article you’ll learn everything you need to know to put these features to use in your workflow.
  • Capturing Accurate Color
    Learn about the various options for getting more accurate color in your original captures, including an option that uses custom profiles to produce extremely accurate colors.
  • Folder Strategy
    Get tips for defining–or updating–your strategy for the folder structure used to store your photos, including details on naming folders, how deep your folder structure should be, and more.
  • Photo Story: Fishing Pole Art
    Last year an extended trip was cut short during the global pandemic, and toward the end of that trip I captured what I didn’t realize at the time would be my last “favorite” photo from the trip. The story behind the photo is shared in this article.

Pixology magazine is included in the GreyLearning Ultimate Bundle, and is also available as a standalone subscription here:

https://www.greylearning.com/courses/pixology-magazine

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June 12th: GreyLearning Virtual Photo Conference

I am pleased to announce that on Saturday, June 12th, I will present a free all-day virtual photo conference, featuring a variety of live online presentations on photography, Photoshop, Lightroom Classic, and more!

The GreyLearning Virtual Photo Conference will be held on Saturday, June 12th, from 10:00am Eastern Time to about 5:30pm ET.

The schedule of presentations is as follows (all times are Eastern Time zone):

10:00am – Keynote: Better Photography Through Travel
11:00am – Streamlined Organization in Lightroom Classic
12:00pm – Smartphone Apps for Photographers
1:00pm – Lunch Break
2:00pm – Mastering Layer Masks in Photoshop
3:00pm – Mirrorless Cameras, Presented by Noah Buchanan of Hunt’s Photo & Video
4:00pm – Depth of Field Demystified
4:30pm – “Ask Tim Grey” Live! Q&A, with Gear Questions Answered by Hunt’s Photo & Video

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Birthday Discount!

Today is my birthday, and to celebrate we’re offering a 50% discount off my comprehensive video course on “Cleaning Up Your Mess in Lightroom Classic”!

If you would like to streamline your workflow and clean up problems with your Lightroom Classic catalog, this course can help. And at half off, this is a perfect time to do some “spring cleaning” in Lightroom Classic! Get all of the details with the discount included automatically by using this link to get started:

https://www.greylearning.com/courses/lightroom-mess?coupon=mess50

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Pixology Magazine May 2021

The May 2021 issue of Pixology magazine is now available, featuring the following articles:

  • Not Too Slow
    A long exposure can produce a unique creative interpretation of a subject. However, sometimes a long exposure can be too long, as explained in this article.
  • Range Masking
    The various range masking options for targeted adjustments in Lightroom Classic and Adobe Camera Raw enable you to focus adjustments on areas of a photo based on color, tonal values, or depth. This article shows you how to put these powerful capabilities to work for your photos.
  • Photoshop’s Hidden Keystroke
    There are seemingly countless keyboard shortcuts available to control various features of Photoshop. But one key in particular often provides access to “hidden” features that can streamline your workflow and help you better optimize your photos.
  • The Third Visit
    I have often found that my best photos are created during the third (or later) visit to a particular location of subject. In this article I explain my experience, and provide tips for using that experience to improve your photography.
  • Photo Story: Keyhole View
    I generally do my own planning for photo trips, rather than relying on a local guide. But during a visit to Rome, Italy, a guided tour introduced us to a location I was not familiar with, and that features a magical view I was able to photograph. The story behind the photo is shared in this article.

Pixology magazine is included in the GreyLearning Ultimate Bundle, and is also available as a standalone subscription here:

https://www.greylearning.com/courses/pixology-magazine

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Supermoon on Monday!

On Monday, April 26th, there will be a “supermoon”, which is a full moon that occurs when the moon is near the closest point (the perigee) in its elliptical orbit around the Earth. That means the moon will appear larger in the sky than usual, which can be great for photographing the moon in the context of foreground scenery.

If you’d like some help planning a great shot that includes the supermoon, the PhotoPills app for mobile devices provides some powerful features. You can get the specific timing of the moon (or sun), and also use the Planner pill in PhotoPills to plan for an optimal location from which to photograph the supermoon juxtaposed with an interesting scene or subject.

If you’d like to learn to make the most of the PhotoPills app for planning various aspects of photography, I have a comprehensive course on PhotoPills called “Photo Planning with PhotoPills”, which is available in the GreyLearning library here:

https://www.greylearning.com/courses/photopills

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Webinar Recording: Top Workflow Tips for Lightroom Classic

In my latest live online presentation as part of the GreyLearning Webinar Series I shared my top workflow tips for Adobe Lightroom Classic.

During the presentation I shared:

  • Tips for making sure you don’t forget to review your photos after importing them into your catalog
  • Configuration options that will help streamline your workflow
  • Helpful “hidden” features you may not be taking advantage of
  • And much more!!!

A recording of the full presentation is available on the Tim Grey TV channel on YouTube here:

https://youtu.be/BkPYJUniVQc