Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Countdown to MINWR/Viera Wetlands

Sunday, December 16, 2012

Importing Keywords

Importing keywords is a simple process. Keywords are stored in text files that can be exported to/from Lightroom with minimal effort. Keyword lists can be found online and can usually be downloaded for a minimal fee*

Below is a step by step on how to import any set of keywords to your Lightroom Catalog:
  • In the Develop module, under the Metadata drop-down menu, select Import Keywords ... 
  • Search for the specific keywords text file, and click Choose to import the keywords.

  • As the keywords load, you may get a message that states some of the characters used are not allowed. Click OK and Lightroom will convert them to acceptable characters. 
  • Notice that the keywords now appear under the Keyword List menu on the right panel. 

*Rusticulous offers more than 10 lists for free - including one for birds of North America. I recommend downloading the North America Birds (flat list of species). 

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Before & After: Female Red-winged Blackbird

1/640 | f/6.3 | ISO 1600 | 700 mm
Read on to see the before and the processing to get to the after ...

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Before & After: Least Bittern

1/1000 | f/5.6 | ISO 640 | 700 mm
Read on to see the before and the processing to get to the after ...

Monday, May 14, 2012

My secret tip: Get LOW!

1/640 | f/5.6 | ISO 320 | 700 mm
Ok, getting low isn't really a secret, but it sure is a tip that can help you get better shorebird images. Read on to get all the details ...