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A Tad To The Left…Or Maybe The Right

by way outnumbered February 11, 2010

This photo…

wasn’t born this way.
It was born looking like this.

And while I’ve rambled before about my cropping obsession, I’ve been finding recently that sometimes it doesn’t take a major crop to make a major impact.
Sometimes angling a photo just a tad to the left..or maybe the right…is all it takes to get some attention.
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Valentine’s Photo Project Ideas

by Erin February 10, 2010
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Is this the cutest idea ever for a Valentine’s photo card? I love it, and my big girl is thrilled that she gets to give her friends candy this year.
This idea came from 24-7-365 via Lauren Makes via Giverslog.  Phew.  How’s that for full attribution?  I really love Giverslog, by the way.  Do you guys [...]

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MCP’s Finish It – Changing the Way You Prepare and Display Images on the Web

by Erin February 8, 2010
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MCP’s Finish It action for Photoshop, and, YES, Photoshop Elements is available!  If you want your images to be beautiful, unique, and optimized for posting on the internet, this is the action set for you.
As I mentioned last week, I have been working with Jodi of MCP Actions to convert her actions to be Elements [...]

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Do You Have PSE 5? I Need You!

by Erin February 4, 2010
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So on Tuesday I mentioned that I had a secret relating to Photoshop Elements that I would tell you about next week.  Well, I’m spilling the beans today because I need your help!

I am excited to announce that Jodi Friedman, owner of MCP Actions, has hired me as a Photoshop Elements consultant for her company.  [...]

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Video Action Tutorials and Clickin’ Moms 50% Discount

by Erin February 2, 2010
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Hi Everyone!
I’ve been quiet lately because I’ve been working on two super cool projects! The first is a set of video tutorials for installing and using actions in Photoshop and Photoshop Elements. The 2nd? You’ll find out next week! I know you will love it!
Just wanted to let you know that [...]

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Lightroom $189 (37% Discount) – January 25 Only

by Erin January 25, 2010
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I just received an email saying that Lightroom is the deal of the day today, January 25, 2010.  Save 37% and purchase for $189!

This is a great price.  It probably means that the release of Lightroom 3 is around the corner, so take advantage of this pricing while you can.
For those of you who subscribe [...]

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Win a Spot in the Light Workshop and Buy a Photo Printer Cheap!

by Erin January 21, 2010
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Win a Spot in the Light Workshop
I have been following the Light Workshop for a long time now, hoping for a chance to attend. I love what Dee does with the sun in her photography.
Well, she invited me to participate in the session starting January 31, in exchange for spreading the word.  Look at these [...]

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2 Good Photography Deals

by Erin January 19, 2010
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Hi Everyone!  Just a quick post to let you know about 2 sales.
First off, ColorInc, who is a sponsor of Texas Chicks, is holding a special one day sale on January 20, 2010 from 8:00 AM EST to 5:00 PM EST.  ColorInc will choose one order per hour that will be completely free!  Do you [...]

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Rock Your Camera – Learn to Shoot in Manual

by Erin January 19, 2010
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UPDATE AT 1:45 PM EST on Tuesday, January 19:  The link to register has just been announced.  Login to Clickin’ Moms and click on Your Account.  After 2:00 pm you will see an option to sign up for the Learn to Shoot Manual workshop in the Drop Down box.
Ok, it is currently 12:30 PM, EST [...]

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Good Exposure is Like Pie. Or a Pantry. Hmmm.

by Erin January 15, 2010
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(Are you trying to figure out your new camera?  Or do you need a quick refresher on the relationship between aperture, shutter speed and ISO in getting good exposure?  Here are some silly musings that have crossed through my mind as I practice shooting in manual.)

Think of good exposure like a full pantry.  It doesn’t [...]

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Purchase the Unposing Guide Now and Help Haitian Earthquake Victims

by Erin January 14, 2010
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I was going to review the Unposing Guide this weekend, until Momtog Drew offered to donate 100% of the profits from the Unposing Guide today and yesterday to the Red Cross International Response Fund to aid the people of Haiti in recovering and rebuilding after this week’s earthquake.
So, my review is early.  Click here to [...]

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Now What? Part 2

by way outnumbered January 11, 2010
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Here is part 2 of wayoutnumbered’s motivational and inspirational guide to getting started with your new photography equipment or software. Read part 1 here.
Be A Stalker
I’m a stalker and I don’t care to admit it.
I stalk photography blogs of all shapes, sizes and themes.  There’s an incredible amount of generosity on the web today for [...]

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