Windows Public Beta of Luminar

Macphun is coming to PC with Luminar for Windows public beta

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It has started, Macphun is coming to PC – Windows Platform with the release of the Luminar for Windows Public Beta

In its first foray into the Windows world, Macphun is releasing a public beta of Luminar for Windows today.

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Luminar for Windows Public Beta Today

During the beta period, Luminar for Windows is free to download and use

Key features of the Luminar for Windows public beta:

  • Adaptive user interface – Exactly matching the Mac version, the software adapts to the skill level and preferences of the photographer.
  • One-click presets – Over 50 pre-defined styles for every photography style.
  • Photo Editing Filters – Over 40 custom filters, each with built-in visual tips and a unique set of easy-to-use controls for correcting, enhancing and stylizing images.
  • RAW file conversion – Support for the latest RAW file libraries
  • Non-destructive workflow – Edit without fear.
  • Recommended System Requirements – Windows 10, Core i5 2.2 or better, 8GB RAM,1GB GPU RAM, SSD with 20+GB free space.

As with any beta

  • Beta version is not the final version and features are subject to change
  • Current beta version does not include all of the features/tools that the final release version will
  • Final version will be released late 2017

Now Windows Users can create stunning images like these with the ease of Luminar for Windows.

Before

After

A quick look at the Windows User Interface.

If you have already seen the Mac Version interface you will notice the layout the same.

#luminar #Windows #beta #affiliate

Free trials on some great photo editors

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I”m calling July Free Trial month as you can get free trials on some great photo editors.

 

You know you are going to be taking photos during the summer. Maybe of your friends and family or from your great summer vacation.

 

So why not try out some of the best photo editors to see which will bring out the best in your photos.

 

Products from On1 that are for Mac and Windows computers.

 

You can use these as plugins to Lightroom and Photoshop or as standalone applications depending upon the app.

On1 Effects 10On1 Photo Free Trial

On1 Lightroom Presets Free Trial

 

For those who have Mac OS computers here are two great editors you can download and try for free.

 

#freetrial #photoeditor #affiliate

 

Photolemur now supports Windows 8

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Photolemur now supports Windows 8 with

update 2 to Photolemur 2.0

 

You have been asking for it so Photolemur has added support to Windows 8. So with that it now supports Windows 8, Windows 10, and Mac OS X

 

If you own Photolemur, you can get the download within the application. It will notify you of a new update available and let you being the download to install after lauching.

 

If you do not yet have Photolemur you can get a free trial of the application.

 

Start your trial or purchase your subscription today at the Photolemur Website

 

#photolemur #affiliate #automatic #photoenhancer

 

Art Show Booth

Upcoming Art Shows

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I’ve added some additional art shows to the list, so here are my upcoming local events.

 

July 1st – Celebrate America– Festival of the Arts (Hanover, Md)

10:00 am – 4:00 pm

WACA Center for the Arts
1788 Dorsey Road, Hanover, MD 21076

 

July 8th – Common Ground on the Hill

10:00 am – 9:00 pm

Carroll County Farm Museum
500 S Center Street, Westminster, MD  21157

Visit www.commongroundonthehill.org/festival-gen.html for more details on the event.

 

2nd Saturdays of the Month from August to October at the Westminster Farmers Market.

8:00 am – 12:00 PM

Conway Parking Lot
27 Railroad Ave, Westminster, MD 21157

 

More event dates will be added as possible, so check back here or follow me on Facebook for the Art Shows at American Kiwi Photo

 

When at the Art Shows, look for the Banner that Says

American Kiwi Photo

 

#artshows #americankiwiphoto #local

 

Topaz-Studio

Topaz Studio

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Topaz Labs announces its latest product, Topaz Studio

 

So what is Topaz Studio

It is a new fast, flexible, powerful creative toolbox and next level image editor. It can work as a standalone editor application or as a plugin in the following applications:

Photoshop CS4+, Photoshop CC, Photoshop Elements 12+, Paintshop Pro X 6+, Serif PhotoPlus X5+, Lightroom 4+, Lightroom CC, and photoFXlab
*Not compatible with Fusion Express

 

And the best news…

They are Giving it Away! Yes that’s right, you get it for FREE.

You can use Topaz Studio as a plugin, a host editor for all Topaz Labs existing products, 10 free adjustments, comprehensive masking, opacity slider, and blending modes functionality are included.

 

Here is what the interface looks like

 

You can save your edited images as PNG, JPG, or TIFF formats.

 

Topaz is constantly updating their tutorial video library on making the best of Topaz Studio and you can view those tutorials HERE

 

The Min System Requirements to use Topaz Studio are:
Mac OSX 10.9+
Windows 7/8/10 x 64bit + OpenGL 3.3
RAM: ≥4GB
GPU VRAM: ≥1GB
*Does not support Windows 32bit

 

Get your Free Copy of Topaz Studio Today

 

And for a limited time, you can purchase the Pro Adjustment Pack that gives you 14 additional adjustments that will normally cost $270 for just $99.

To purchase the Pro Adjustment Pack for Topaz Studio, Click HERE and use the Topaz Studio Pro Adjustment Pack 50% Discount Code of “STUDIO” at checkout.

#topazstudio #free #photoeditor #affiliate

Upcoming Art Shows and A Thank you

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Upcoming Art Shows

 

Art Show season has begun and I’m venturing out into the wide world of Local Art and Festival shows.

 

Just came back from my first show of the season that was a bit of a wash out due to rain, but I wanted to thank all that did come out and stop by my booth at the Hampstead Day Event in Arcadia, Md.

I never take anything for granted, so it was much appreciated for those who did make it and for those who purchased my work.

 

If you missed me today, you can catch me at my next show.

 

Art in the Park

Saturday, June 3rd from 10am-4pm

121 Longwell Ave, Westminster, MD 21157-2101, United States

Booth #82/83

 

Hope to see you there.

 

I’m working on other events, so be sure to check here or my facebook page(s) of AmericanKiwiPhoto and/or MarkDoddPhotography

#artshow #artinthepark #westminster

 

Free Luminar Presets

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Macphun has released free Luminar presets and a free texture pack that is available to download.

So you have Luminar or are considering getting it, but you are not sure about what settings will bring out the best in your photography. Well, Macphun is here to help.

To help get you started with making fantastic photos, Macphun has worked with various photographers to create a great set of presets and textures that you can use to enhance your photos with just one click. You can either just use the preset as is, or you can use it as a starting point for your own adjustments. Best of all, they are free to download and use.

Once you have tried out the free set, consider a premium preset or the premium texture to get added instant effects for your photography.

The free presets include

  • Seascape Presets by Ellen Anon
  • Winter Hues by Discovery Photo Tours
  • Studio Portraits by Tony Corbell
  • Magic Hour by Jim Nix
  • Variations of Monochrome by Dan Hughes
  • The Box by Scott Wyden Kivowitz
  • Autin Drama by Jim Nix
  • View from Brooklyn by Hector Martinez.

And you can get the free Desert Dreams Texture Pack as well.

Once you have tried out the free presets you can purchase additional Premium presets like

  • Noble Monochromatic Preset Pack
  • Insta Inspiration pack by Jason Odell
  • Photo Essentials Pack

And the Premium Asphalt & Leaf Texture Pack.

New with Luminar 2018 a Free Luts Pack and Free Winter Presets Pack

 Get Free Luminar 2018 Presets and LUTs

A set of Presets and LUTs just for Luminar 2018

Download free Presets and Texture Packs for Luminar 2017 & 2018

Presets and Textures that can be used in both Luminar 2017 and 2018

If you do not have Luminar you can Download your Free Trial of Luminar and give these free presets and the texture pack a try.

Demo Video of installing and using the Presets and Texture

Check out

Free Cinematic Color Looks for additional Free Lumiar Presets (now called looks)

#Free #Presets #luminar #Textures #affiliate #freetrial

Get On1 Effects 10.5 for FREE

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You can now get On1 Effects 10.5 for FREE

 

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Many of these features are included in On1 Photo 2017, but for those who want to get a great effects program for free, here is your chance.

 

Here are just a few of the features you can use with this free version.

Get your FREE copy of On1 Effects 10.5 today.

It is available for both Mac and Windows, so everyone is covered.

 

#On1Effects10.5 #On1 #affiliate

 

Plotagraph Po

Bring your Photos to life with Plotograph

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Bring your still photos to life and give them a little extra punch

 

 

 

You too could create images like these with Plotagraph Pro.

 

Troy Christopher Plota
George Redhawk

A review is coming, but for now, go check it out for yourself.

Download a free trial of Plotagraph Pro

 

Be sure to check out my other post related to Plotagraph Pro to see my first image using the program.

Aurora HDR + Plotagraph Pro

 

And if you decide it is for you, you can save 10% by using my

Plotagraphy Coupon Code of MARKDODD

 

#plotagraph #imagestolife #affiliate

 

Going to Light City Baltimore

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Time to go to Light City…

 

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