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How metadata can help you identify and organize your photos

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metadataPhoto metadata, simply put, is a set of data that describes various aspects of your photo (i.e. where it was taken, settings used, etc).

Photos without metadata are like the thousands of items at an antique market, whose origin and history you can only guess at. Using metadata is like adding a card next to each item in the antique market with details such as its origin, maker, purpose, how it was made, etc.

There are two types of metadata: technical and informational. [Read more…] about How metadata can help you identify and organize your photos

How to make your photos super sharp in Photoshop (without adding noise)

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There seems to be a lot of debate about the best sharpening method in Photoshop. Some say it’s “unsharp mask,” while others swear by “smart sharpen,” and a few have developed complex multi-step workflows for sharpening their photos.

I’ve tried a few of these techniques, but the one I like best is High-Pass sharpening. It’s my favorite method for two reasons:

  • It barely adds any noise to your photo
  • It’s a short and quick process

So, here’s how you do it: [Read more…] about How to make your photos super sharp in Photoshop (without adding noise)