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Pixology Magazine February 2023

The February 2023 issue of Pixology magazine is now available, featuring the following articles:

  • Watched Folder Import: Learn to automatically import photos into Lightroom Classic by simply adding them to a specified folder.
  • Lensbaby Effect: Recreate the unique look of a fun lens using Photoshop.
  • GoodSync Backup: Leverage the benefits of a synchronized approach to backing up your photos.
  • Storage Upgrade: Learn how to transition to a larger hard drive with Lightroom Classic.
  • Photo Story: Unexpected Waterfall: Luck and curiosity make up for a lack of planning on an unintended route.

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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Webinar Recording: “Exploring Macro Photography”

In my latest live online presentation as part of the “GreyLearning Live!” webinar series, I provided tips for photographers interested in exploring the world of macro and closeup photography. A recording of the full presentation is now available on my “Tim Grey TV” channel on YouTube.

During this presentation you’ll learn about some of the top gear that can help streamline the process of capturing macro photos, get tips on overcoming some of the key challenges of macro, and much more.

The recording can be viewed here:

https://youtu.be/c4j3-5pHXJc

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Online Workshop: “Optimizing Photos in Adobe Photoshop”

In March I’ll be teaching an online workshop focused on helping you optimize your photos to perfection using Adobe Photoshop, with the opportunity to get your questions answered directly from me both during the live online class sessions and via follow-up email.

The workshop will include six live online sessions of about two hours each, running from March 6th through the 17th. All sessions will be recorded so they can be reviewed at any time. If you’d like to learn to master the craft of optimizing your photos in Photoshop, you can register to join me for this online workshop here:

https://www.greylearning.com/courses/online-workshop-optimizing-photos-in-adobe-photoshop

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Online Presentation: New Year’s Resolutions for Lightroom Classic

On Wednesday, January 11, 2023, in a live online presentation hosted by the B&H Photo Event Space, I will share “New Year’s Resolutions for Lightroom Classic”. During the presentation I’ll share tips to help you start the year off right with optimal settings and workflow practices. Along the way I’ll be happy to answer questions from those attending the live online presentation.

To register to join me for this fun and informative presentation (or to get access to a recording after the live presentation) please fill out the registration form here:

https://forms.gle/SsymAWTdxq2NbJHz9

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Pixology Magazine January 2023

The January 2023 issue of Pixology magazine is now available, featuring the following articles:

  • Resolutions for Organization: Get ideas for some New Years resolutions that will help you keep your photos more organized.
  • Choosing a Monitor: Learn about the key specifications to consider when choosing a new monitor display for your digital darkroom.
  • Counting Subjects in Photos: Discover a “hidden” tool in Photoshop that makes it easy to count the number of subjects in a photo.
  • The Quick Collection: Gain insights into a simple yet powerful feature in Lightroom Classic for grouping photos together.
  • Photo Story: Winter on the Merced: Read the story behind a photo captured during a winter workshop experience in Yosemite Valley.

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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Online Workshop: “Mastering Photo Optimization in Lightroom Classic”

In February I’ll be teaching an online workshop focused on helping you optimize your photos to perfection in Lightroom Classic, with the opportunity to get your questions answered directly from me both during the live online class sessions and via follow-up email.

The workshop will include six live online sessions of about two hours each, running from February 13th through the 24th. All sessions will be recorded so they can be reviewed at any time. If you’d like to learn to master the craft of optimizing your photos in Lightroom Classic, you can register to join me for this online workshop here:

https://www.greylearning.com/courses/online-workshop-mastering-photo-optimization-in-lightroom-classic-2023-02

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Pixology Magazine December 2022

The December 2022 issue of Pixology magazine is now available, featuring the following articles:

  • Hidden Develop Features: Learn about some of the powerful features of Lightroom Classic’s Develop module and Adobe Camera Raw that you may have missed because they are somewhat hidden.
  • Photo Gifts: Suggestions for photo gifts for yourself, another photographer, or someone else on your shopping list.
  • Depth Blur in Photoshop: A powerful filter in Photoshop enables you to produce impressive narrow depth of field effects for a photo with ease.
  • Beyond Your Comfort Zone: Use a “stretch goal” to expand and improve your photography.
  • Photo Story: Tulips in Vienna: Read about a trip without much of a plan that yielded photographic surprises.

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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Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals 2022

Happy Thanksgiving! This is the time of year that we traditionally gather with friends and family and share what we’re thankful for. I’m thankful for my readers, so thanks for being part of the journey!

This is also the time of year that your inbox overflows with Black Friday and Cyber Monday offers, so I wanted to put together some of the offers on products I personally recommend to hopefully make it a little easier for you to find deals that make sense in your photography workflow. I’ll update this list as I find additional offers on products I personally recommend.

Here are the deals I’ve found so far:

GoodSync: 35% Off with Code BFG35

This is the software I use and recommend for backing up photos and other data via synchronization, so it is incredibly easy to recover from a failed drive. During their Black Friday sale you can get 35% off a subscription to GoodSync, though this offer is not available for renewals. You can get all the details here:

http://timgrey.me/greybackup

Backblaze: 20% Off with Code BLAZEON22

I use Backblaze to provide an offsite backup for my photos and other important data, to supplement the backups I create with GoodSync. During their Black Friday sale you can get 20% off a Backblaze Personal Backup subscription. Get all the details here:

https://timgrey.me/onlinebackup

GreyLearning: Online Workshop for Just $59

Of course, I’m also offering a special for Black Friday, with an online workshop on “Cleaning Up Your Mess in Lightroom Classic”. Regularly $99, you can participate in this online workshop for just $59 as part of our Black Friday special. During the workshop you’ll be able to get answers to your questions about Lightroom Classic directly from me. Get all the details here:

https://www.greylearning.com/courses/online-workshop-cleaning-up-your-mess-in-lightroom-classic-2023-01

Radiant Photo: Bundle Discount

Radiant Photo is a new tool for optimizing photos, and I’m currently in the process of taking a deep dive into everything this software is capable of. I’m very impressed so far, and will have updates and possibly a video training course on Radiant Photo in the near future. In the meantime, if you’re interested in checking out this new and powerful photo-editing software, you can get a special bundle for Black Friday. Get all the details here:

https://radiantimaging.pxf.io/c/202122/1515478/16655

If you’re already using Radiant Photo (or decide to buy it now), you can also get a bundle of preset packs for Radiant Photo in the Black Friday deal available here:

https://radiantimaging.pxf.io/c/202122/1397389/16655?u=https%3A%2F%2Fradiantimaginglabs.com%2Fholiday-bundles%2F

B&H Photo: Various Discounts

B&H Photo is offering a wide variety of deals for Black Friday, on photography gear, accessories, electronics, and more. You can find all their Black Friday deals grouped together on this page:

https://timgrey.me/friday22

I’ll continue to update this post with any additional Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals I learn about on products I recommend, so be sure to check back periodically.

Happy Thanksgiving!

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Online Workshop: “Cleaning Up Your Mess in Lightroom Classic”

Just in time for a New Year’s Resolution, in January I’ll be teaching an online workshop focused on “Cleaning Up Your Mess in Lightroom Classic”.

Register now and take advantage of early Black Friday savings on this upcoming online workshop focused on helping you streamline your Lightroom Classic catalog and workflow. You’ll learn how to reconnect missing photos and folders, merge multiple catalogs into one, clean up a cluttered folder structure, and much more. Along the way you’ll have direct access to me so you can get answers to your questions, both during the live online workshop sessions and via follow-up email.

The normal price for this online workshop is $99, but for our Black Friday special you can sign up for just $59.

Get all the details, and register to join me, here:

https://www.greylearning.com/courses/online-workshop-cleaning-up-your-mess-in-lightroom-classic-2023-01

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Optimizing in Lightroom Classic on “Happiness Hour”

I recently gave an online presentation focused on optimizing photos in Lightroom Classic as part of “The Happiness Hour” series hosted by Linda Nickell (https://lindanickell.com/schedule).

My focus for this presentation was on exercising maximum control over your images, with an emphasis on targeted adjustments using the recently updated masking features in Lightroom Classic 12. The full presentation was recorded, and you can view that recording on the “Tim Grey TV” channel on YouTube here:

https://youtu.be/l4nAVJbloSo