How to choose an image editor

Although the basic image editor in a computer’s operating system may be adequate for snapshooters, serious photographers require a dedicated editing program. Adobe’s Photoshop is often the first program people think of, however there are lower cost and free alternatives for both photo editing software and workflow applications.

Equipment for editing your photos

In this article we will look at the basic and some of the more advanced hardware equipment you need for editing and printing digital images, focusing on still pictures (not movie clips, which have different requirements). The tools you need will vary depending on what you want to do with your photos.

When to use filters

Back in the days of film, most photographers fitted UV, haze or skylight filters to every lens, partly to block the ultraviolet radiation that could impart a blue cast to photographs (all films can record invisible UV radiation) and partly to protect the front element of the lens. Filters still have their uses for today’s digital photographers, however there are situations where you need to be discriminating in your choice of filter.

The swim ahead

By Chad Clark.
I was experimenting with a new filter at the Merewether baths in Newcastle. This was after the recent storms with a few big waves around but I like this shot because of its simplicity and how I wish the swim was as smooth as this looks.

Mermaid full of grace

By Chad Clark.
This is my niece Tessa at her sister’s mermaid themed birthday party. She was very happy to put on the costume but didn’t want to put down the corn. As we were not at the beach the beach was setup up as a backdrop for a few photos but I thought the fence made a nice frame for the photo. Despite the corn, sunglasses and gum boots shattering the mermaid illusion, this is what I like about the photo.