You too could create images like these with Plotagraph Pro.
A review is coming, but for now, go check it out for yourself.
Be sure to check out my other post related to Plotagraph Pro to see my first image using the program.
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Although Light City Baltimore has been running for a few days now, I have not had a chance yet to go down and check out all the wonderful light art that is on display. From the pictures I’ve seen and posts I’ve read, it is much larger and even better this year.
Here’s hoping I can get some great shots like these from last year’s Light City Baltimore
On a recent Sunday, I planned on getting up early to get Sunrise pictures. This is not something that I do easily as I am not a morning person. I normally do not get up until well after the sun has risen as I work the later shift at work.
Well on this Sunday I did my best the night before to check what the forecast would be. Based on what I saw I thought it was worth getting up early and driving down to the Baltimore Inner Harbor to get the sunrise as it had the potential to be a spectacular sunrise.
I arrived early enough to find a nice cloud deck above, the water was still, and there was a small sliver of an opening on the horizon. Well, the appointed time for the sun to come up came and went and it never made an appearance on the horizon as the clouds were just too thick. So my chance of an epic sunrise was a bust.
So I made the best of disappointment and decided let’s see what else I can get photos of. I ended up driving to four different locations this day as it was one of those rare warm days in February. Here are some of the pictures I got on my 102-mile round trip.
Since the water was still in the Inner Harbor tried my best to get a few reflection shots. Here is one of them.
It was so early I was able to get a shot of the visitors center without all the folks walking around. Sometime I’ll actually be down at the Inner Harbor when the visitors center is open so I can go in. It is supposed to be a very nice visitors center.
Next Stop, the Under Armour Corporate Headquarters and the pier nearby.
I don’t have too many usable pictures from this location as I was testing out some manual lens that I had acquired. Seems I need to learn a few things about them still as things didn’t turn out as I had hoped for some images.
Off to North Point Park to meet up with a photography buddy, but along the way, I took a picture of some street art that I have been meaning to get for some time.
Last spot of the day, Fort Howard Park
Still working on editing some of the other images, but found this one dark room in one of the bunkers that had some artwork painted on the back and had some fun going a little overboard on the editing as I though it just lending itself to the wild side. So here are 2 different versions.
The first is a standard HDR shot.
I didn’t like the fact that the words were covered so I’m trying my hand at some photoshop techniques. Still learning and this is my first attempt at combining 2 shots together to get the words. Not quite happy with this version yet, but still figuring things out.
Let me know what you think of this or any of the images in this post
As of this writing, there are 4 Luminar Free Preset packs available. Macphun I’m sure will add more over time. These presets are made but some of the best photographers out there. You can use the presets to do the final changes, or use them as a starting point for making your own adjustments in Luminar.
As with ever new app everyone needs some help to learn about how to use all the features. Luminar is no exception to this, so Macphun has an extensive video tutorial library that walks you through how to do most things in Luminar.
Macphun also has a blog section where you can get tips, tutorial, and trends on Luminar and other Macphun products from the Macphun team and friends. Recent additions include How to Restore Old Photos, How to Colorize a Black and White Photo, and How to Make a Picture Black and White all using Luminar.
You know that you can use Luminar as a standalone program, but don’t forget you can use it as a plug-in to popular photo editors such as Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, Aperture, and Photoshop Elements.
Make sure your copy of Luminar is up to date by choosing the “Check for Updates” under the Luminar menu. The current version is 1.1.0 Luminar/Pluto.
If you do not yet have Luminar, Download your Free Trial of Luminar.
If you are ready to purchase, Add Luminar to a shopping cart
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I don’t get out as much as I should, but my partner in crime for the Photography Nation Magazine, Sean Simmons, came out my way so I had no excuse not to go. I’m still working on the photos, but here is a quick preview with an iPhone panorama of the top of Cunningham Falls, near Thurmont Md.
I’m still editing the rest of the images that I took that day and will post some more here along with on my Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/markdoddphotography/ If you visit my page, don’t forget to like and share the page and the post. I’d appreciate it.
As I mentioned Sean Simmons of Clear Elite Photography and I have teamed up to create a new magazine. We had our first issue released this month. Check it out.
I’m still learning how to use my new camera and one night recently I while I was out walking the dogs I saw that the moon was setting and Venus was nearby. So after taking the dogs back inside, I thought I would see how well the new camera did in low light for astrophotography. I think this is the first time I’ve actually been able to capture the dark side of the moon clearly. Although a larger lens would be nicer next time to get a closer shot. This is the result of my trial. I used Macphun’s Luminar to edit the photo, but it didn’t need many adjustments as it was almost perfect right out of the camera.
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Make a resolution to get your computer secured.
If you do not yet have a virus protection program here are 2 options that I can recommend.
Physical Cable Security. Not everyone needs this, but if you travel, in a business, or just want to secure your computer at home.
The newer Mac Models no longer come with the security slot, so what are you going to do to physically secure your computer. MacLocks to the rescue.
MacLocks makes a complete line of products to secure you iMac, MacBooks, and iPads. My employer does use these products and they have been much more reliable and secure than previous vendor products we used.
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Just wanted to wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.
I hope everyone has an enjoyable day with their friends and family this Christmas day. I’m grateful for all who follow my blog and I truly appreciate you all.
Now that the holiday season is over I hope to get back to being able to post more of my photography for you to enjoy. And be sure to check out all of my work that is available for purchase at AmericanKiwiPhoto.com
So what is the Stuck in Customs Passport
It is a subscription plan that lets you get access to some of the best photography tutorials, tips, and tools out there. You are getting access to the “Trey Ratcliff” items from the Stuck in Customs store.
If you have been to Trey’s site recently you know that he and his wife are supporting a foundation by the Dr who treated Trey’s wife’s cancer. 10% of all proceeds go to The Healing NET Foundation charity.
No only do you get access to great content and extras, but you can feel good about supporting a good cause.
There are two options when signing up. There is a yearly subscription that saves you 20% over the other option, a monthly subscription plan. All the details and how to sign up can be found via the link below.
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This all new HDR Tutorial featuring Lisa Bettany along with Trey. Trey not only gives you his post-processing techniques, but you get some pre-shot tips when he and Lisa discuss artistic inspirations and challenges, how they compose a shot, their camera settings and much more.
There is the Mac Version using Aurora HDR 2017 and a Windows version using Photomatix. So no matter what your platform, you are covered.
You can also get access to this tutorial as streamed content via the Stuck in Customs
As of the time of this post, Stuck in Customs has this tutorial on sale. I’m not sure how long it will be, so if you are looking to get the tutorial now is the time.
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With the addition of the TouchBar support, you can now select many of the menu functions right from the TouchBar. When you have selected a filter or other adjustment, you no longer have to use the touchpad on your MacBook, you can use the slider on the TouchBar and make more accurate adjustments. See the various TouchBar views here.
Current uses of Luminar will need to get the latest update. Click Here to learn how to get the update for your version of Luminar.
In addition to the update, Macphun is currently offering 3 sets of Preset Packs for Luminar from Pro Luminar users.
Macphun has announced plans for a version of Luminar for Windows that is coming in 2017 but no actual ship date has been announced yet. If you want to compare Luminar’s existing features and the coming soon features versus Apple’s Aperture and Adobe’s Lightroom, check out the comparison checklist here
There are many more features coming to Luminar in the upcoming weeks. As soon as I find out about the new or pending features I’ll be sure to let you know.any
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