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Photomanipulation + Retouching + Color Grading Tutorial We will be covering a lot of things in this massive tutorial. You will learn step by step how you can create any cartoon character you imagine using photomanipulation, retouching and color grading techniques. With only Photoshop and stock photos (or your own) you can create a unique caricature that can be a logo, a mascot for a product, a character in an ad, etc.. You can of course use the same techniques explained in this tutorial, in a more subtle way, to spice up your portraits or images. This tutorial has a massive 89 steps detailing the entire process to achieve the image above and don't worry, all my tutorials can be done by anyone who has basic knowledge of Photoshop. Unlike other tutorials you'll sometimes see out there, you don't need to be a skilled digital painter to achieve the same results I get here - as I'm not a good digital painter myself ;) Click the link below or the image for more info on this tutorial! CLICK HERE For More Details About This Tutorial

Retouching + Color Grading In this 50 minute VIDEO tutorial, we will start with an unretouched portrait of a girl, a photo anyone can take at home with their camera and transform it into some sort of fantasy character. We will go through every step I took to get the final result, from working on the skin, color grading, lighting and finishing with the background. With the techniques you'll master after completing this Photoshop tutorial, you will be able to create many different looks for your portraits, whether you just want a subtle enhancement or you really want to push it and transform your portrait into something that is out of this world! Click Here For More Details About This...

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Trick Photography and Special Effects by Evan Sharboneau

Believe it or not, you don't have to own super expensive equipment or be some kind of camera wiz to take high quality camera shots like these…

… but all those hotdog pro photographers out there will NEVER reveal their secrets to you…

Because of the practical shortcut secrets you're about to find out, you'll quickly be able to skip the "amateur photographer" stage that usually takes years to get past… and you'll be a much better photographer from the very next time you take a shot.

If you want to be able to take the really cool photos - those crazy special effects images others just can't figure out - what I'm about to share with you will blow your mind…

You see, there are a handful of simple, easy techniques that can totally transform how you use and view your camera - and they're so quick to grasp, they'll make a difference for you the very next time you snap a picture.

So up until now, the only alternative has been to take expensive college or evening courses, and buy a ton of pricey equipment.

And I don't know about you, but I don't have thousands of dollars to throw at new cameras, lights, and to enroll in courses.

I'm one of those guys who constantly takes pictures. I drive people crazy, always snapping something. You know?

Trouble was, I wanted to take all these cool shots, and I had all these great ideas… but I didn't know how to get started… and I didn't think I had all the specialist equipment I'd need…

And I did it, through necessity. I'm passionate about this stuff, and I couldn't rest until I could get the kinds of pictures I wanted to get.

I wanted to be able to do some of the photography...

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DigicamCash

In a nutshell, DigicamCash is a proven system that shows you step-by-step how to submit your amateur photos online for money.

From the desk of Jarrod Hardcastle Freelance photographer and creator of DigiCamCash.com

Hi, My name is Jarrod Hardcastle. I am a freelance photographer and the creator of DigicamCash. Right now, on this very website, I am going to show you how to make money just by using your digital camera and submitting your photos online. It's simple and you can get started in just a few minutes from now.

Not long ago I stumbled across a simple, yet extremely effective way to make money just by using my digital camera. I had been trying to make decent money as a photographer for a few years but now that I have discovered this secret source of income I am earning far more then I could have imagined. And do you know the best part?.. I am still earning money on photos I submitted online over a year ago!.. and I will continue to earn from these photos for ever.

There is no limit to how much you can earn. The more photos you submit the more money you will make!

This job is FUN! I truly look forward to waking up in the morning and taking photos with my digital camera.

I have now created a fool-proof system that lets YOU earn money from your photos and you can get started in just a few minutes from now...

You don't need expensive printing equipment. - You just submit your photos directly to the internet.

and you don't need any photography experience at all! - Most of the time amateur photos sell just as good as the professional photos.

NOTE: If you have a bunch of photos on your...

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Photography Masterclass - Learn Digital Photography The Smart Way

“Use your computer, laptop or smart phone to get expert advice with easy-to-follow instructions whenever you need it!”

As you probably know, I’ve helped over 9.2 million photographers to create stunning images using a digital camera.

After helping beginners for 5 years, I see exactly what’s stopping you from taking photos that really impress your friends and family… and will sell online, at shows, and even galleries.

So if you’re struggling to get the most out of your camera and finally be recognized for your own amazing photographs, then what I’m about to share will make you extremely happy…

Look, I understand how it feels to compare your own photographs with what we see in magazines, books, and online forums.

As a beginner, it’s not only frustrating but can get depressing, wondering “how was that shot taken?”… thinking “it’s probably because they have a better camera than me”… or “I’ll take photos that good, eventually”.

Like you, I didn’t know the secrets. I couldn’t afford expensive cameras or classes. But I wanted to take good photos TODAY, not “someday”…

So many new photographers and hobbyists get stuck on buying equipment. And they spend months hunting for ways to improve their skills.

I’m telling you, I’ve spent hundreds of hours digging through blogs and forums, reading books and manuals, watching YouTube and DVDs.

Guess what. After going through ALL of the training material out there, I’ve found NONE that will turn you into a pro, step-by-step.

They always have missing pieces. Questions without answers. Nobody says exactly how the best images are made.

People believe that’s a good thing, but it can actually be wasted time and energy. Doing something over and over...

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Project GoPro - Everything You Need to Master Your GoPro

“Is it on? What the hell is this thing doing? What settings should I use? Why is it flashing? Where the f*#k is the manual?”

Instead I sat on YouTube for hours. Read what seemed like a never ending number of articles and forum threads, trying to get an idea of what settings to use.

“How do I mount my damn GoPro so I can look awesome riding my bike?!?! Why does their footage look so much better?”

After about 6 rides and going through hours of crappy footage I came to the gut wrenching conclusion…

Hey my names Travis and that little intro above was just one of stories I get to hear all the time.

I, Travis ( the guy behind ProjectGo.Pro) started this website about a year ago to help people learn how to use their GoPro cameras.

In doing so we quickly realized tons of people are having similar problems. I mean GoPro sells millions of these things and 95% of people are lacking just a few essential tips, that keep them from absolute video gold.

So in an effort to help you not completely waste that $400 investment, we set out to pull together a ton of questions and figure just what it takes to create amazing GoPro videos.

After months of learning, shooting, editing, cursing, deleting, charging, swimming, riding, and thinking of clever ways to remember things, we ended with this ebook of skills, tools and tips to help you capture your life and look badass doing it!

Everything really but most importantly it shows you exactly what it takes to understand your camera, plan out amazing videos and shoot like a pro.

So if you’re tired of the frustration your GoPro brings you? Not sure what to do with the footage...

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Beginner's Guide

You are smarter than your camera, so why let it make all the decisions for you? Your camera’s Auto feature may give you okay results, but who is happy with just okay?

This guide will show you how easy it is to break free of Auto and unlock your potential to capture AMAZING images. You will be surprised at how easy it is to take full control of your camera and create captivating photos in any situation.

There is nothing more important than “seeing the world” that is around you. I want to explain how you can train your mind and eyes to see the images that are around us at all time.

No matter the make or model of your camera I am going to show you the basics of the buttons so you have a better understand. I explain everything around the dial from what the auto mode to A-S-M-P

Glass, Glass, Glass, Glass, Glass!!! Did you know there is a difference between a good piece of glass and a basic piece of glass. I want to explain right up front how important using quality lenses is. Remember that quality glass does not always mean expensive.

Do you know what makes one image stand out as a WOW and some others as a Pass, composition. Understanding the basics of composition is going to allow you to capture images that make people go WOW. I hammer home the fundamentals of composition by using real world examples to allow you to visually understand each one.

You may hear people say that they “crop” their images often. I personally do not crop and pass along that mentality to you. When you crop you are taking away important data that could leave you with an image with less...

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How to organize photos and memorabilia - Organized Photos

Sometimes you need a strong dose of motivation, or even just a little bit of support. That’s why we created Save Your Photos and Your Sanity™, a step-by-step plan for organizing and protecting your entire photo collection in as little as 10 days . . . without losing your mind! We knew there were so many people out there like us that were overwhelmed with the “seemingly monumental” (o.k. make that “monumental”) task of organizing their photographs. It’s just too big of a job to go it alone. We all need support, encouragement, and even just the sense that we’re not alone in our struggle. So getting back to that confession thing . . . We needed Save Your Photos and Your Sanity™ as much as you do! We poured ourselves into creating the most comprehensive and fun program possible, and just like you, we try to follow that advice!

We tell you this not so that you’ll wonder whether or not we’re really qualified to help you, but so that you’ll realize that in our imperfection, we are perfectly qualified to help you. What could we truly offer you if organizing photographs came easily to us? How could we possibly relate to your needs if we could organize photographs as easily as we could breathe? We understand you, because we are “you”. We’re real people who, until recently, felt overwhelmed by the task of organizing our massive photo collections. We found some answers because we needed answers. We dedicated two years to uncovering every tip, every secret, every possible method for simplifying the process of organizing and preserving our precious photographs and memories. And after writing Save Your Photos and Your Sanity™ and following our own helpful advice ;-), we can proudly report that our not...

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Photography Posing Secrets - The Photographers Essential Guide

Posing Secrets - Vol. 1 is 'must' reading for anyone interested in all types of photographing the Human Form. With its 'in-depth' description and its illustrated way of how to pose a model, this book excels.

No matter how many years experience you have of posing models, this book will help you to find new ways.

Hi, I'm Malcolm Boone and in the next few minutes I'm going to show you how Posing Secrets - The Photographer's Essential Guide Vol. 1 is going to improve your ability to produce and communicate posing ideas that will lift your portraiture to a higher standard.

Let's be honest. One of the hardest pictures to take is one where you have to pose the human body. Coming up with ideas to fit the location or mood can be difficult. How do you avoid your subject looking awkward? Getting your idea across to the model is also a challenge. You can try to avoid the effort and frustration by using posing cards, but they limit you to how many cards you have that might fit your requirements. Many books that are supposed to advise you on posing waste your time with details on depth of field, average photographs with trite captions, and what should be in the model's tote bag.

Posing Secrets - The Photographer's Essential Guide Vol.1 is a newly released practical resource for creative posing that will quickly show you clear and comprehensive practical steps to produce and communicate a pose for any situation.

This book is for you if you photograph people and is invaluable whether you use digital or film photography. No matter what angle you wish to photograph your model from you can apply these techniques to head shots, ¾ shots and full length shots. Whether you want models still or...

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Sell Your Digital Photos - A Guide to Freelance Photography

And it doesn't matter where you live... as long as you have Internet access you can work as a freelance photographer from anywhere in the world.

The life of a photographer is never boring. One week you might be shooting new images to build up your collection of stock photography. The next week you might be working on assignment for a large corporation. And another time you may be shooting images for a magazine article or travel publication.

The digital photography industry has been enjoying an explosion in growth led by developments in imaging technology. Advances in technology have led to amazing digital cameras, and photographers can now easily upload, share and email their photos via the Internet.

It is no wonder that photography-related sites are being snapped up by investors. Look at a few of these milestones from the past ten years.

This is a fast-moving, exciting industry and the explosion of growth has been very positive for freelance photographers.

Every year millions of new web sites are launched and many of those web masters are actively searching for high-quality images to illustrate their web pages and online publications.

Turn on the news or pick up a magazine and you’ll discover stories of moms running home-based businesses selling photos online.

They are not only having lots of fun and doing something they love... they are banking regular pay checks from photography sites and from selling photos to magazines.

In 'Sell Your Digital Photos' we will teach you exactly how you can get started selling your photography! We don't only discuss one way to sell photos, we show you multiple strategies - so that you can make the most of every opportunity to cash in with your photography!

If you have a full-time job already...

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MHD Designs - Doll Photography Made Easy!

Hello, and welcome! I'm the photographer for my wife's doll company, MHD Designs, and the author of "Doll Photography Made Easy". My wife Magalie is a fashion designer for over a dozen different dolls, and our success in selling her designs is due (in part) to the high quality photos we use to show her work on eBay. I've been asked dozens of times "how do you do it?" and after answering emails from doll collectors, artists, and doll fashion designers, I've decided to go ahead and share the methods that have taken me six years and hundreds of hours to learn. This book focuses on what I've learned as a full time fashion doll photographer. It's filled with full color photographs and illustrations to guide you through the process of taking professional quality pictures of YOUR dolls. Getting beautiful pictures isn't hard at all, and I think you'll enjoy reading my book. - Bennett Dawson 2007

You'll receive several options for an easy-to-set-up photo stages, and I'll show you my personal photo stage so you can see exactly how I do it.

I'll show you how to make your doll 'pop' out of the picture by manipulating your camera's depth-of-field. There are dozens of simple techniques like this, and all are clearly explained in my book.

You'll see how to pose your doll for maximum dramatic effect. Within a few chapters, you'll understand how to tell the difference between what the camera sees and what you see.

You'll learn about the software that comes with most Canon cameras (you probably have similar software, but don't know it!) I'll show you how you can take pictures while sitting in front of your computer.

That's a small sample of what you'll find inside, because it's ALL about...

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