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					  <title><![CDATA[An Introduction to Photo Printers]]></title>
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					  <description><![CDATA[A photo printer is a printer designed for high quality digital photo printing on photo papers. The conventional inkjet printers and the modern digital printers require printer supplies that include inkjet refills and cartridge refills. There are several different models of printers requiring different compatible printer cartridges. These can either be new or remanufactured cartridges. Whether a person acquires a new or a remanufactured cartridge will depend on several factors. Before the era of digital printers, only the standard inkjet printers existed. The coming of photo printers brought a revolution and the birth of digital cameras even increased their use. Initially they were more expensive than the inkjet printers but they later dropped in prices when one company started offering less expensive photo printers. All major manufacturers of printers then followed suite and people really bought the printers.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Currently there are photo printers which print 4&quot; x 6&quot; photos. These compact printers do not require a computer at all and can also be found in larger sizes which can print 8&quot; x 11&quot;, 10&quot; x 14&quot; and even larger photo sizes. The larger paper-size printers are manufactured by all major printer manufacturers which can handle different photo printer requirements. These printers are usually so good they have a guaranteed lifespan of over 100 years. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;There are several significant differences between the standard inkjet printers and photo printers. To start with, photo printers use more printer cartridges than standard inkjet printers. They also make use of colors like light magenta, light black, photo cyan and yellow to be able to produce more realistic and vivid pictures. Standard inkjet printers use tricolor cartridges. Another plus on these printers is that they have digital memory cards that enable the printing of pictures without the need for a computer. Standard inkjet printers must make use of a computer to print. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Some photo printers have the capability of printing directly from cameras that support PictBridge protocol. PictBridge is a standard set in the photo industry by the Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) on direct printing, which allows printing images directly to the printer from digital cameras. The majority of standard inkjet printers do not have these features. One of the latest printer technologies in the market today is photo printers that can print without using ink. The inkless printers are much smaller than conventional ink printers which make them both portable and convenient. The photo printers that are usually referred to as portable or mobile are printers that use wireless technology using signals instead of cables to print. However, most of them are just as big in size as conventional printers. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The inkless photo printer is a real portable printer that can comfortably fit into a purse or a pocket.  The maintenance of these inkless printers is very easy since there are no printer supply costs and no toner refills or cartridge refills required. The best part of it however, is that no ink is required and thus no inconveniences are caused when looking for cheap remanufactured compatible cartridge.]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Rafi Michael)</author>
					  <pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:43:08 MDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Digital Photographs on Canvas: How Long Do They Last?]]></title>
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					  <description><![CDATA[An amateur photographer or an art collector who does not practice photography at all will likely have doubts about the longevity and quality of digital photography on canvas. Since the two concerns are closely linked it makes sense to address them together.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;It is through photography fundamentals that answers to questions pertaining to the longevity and quality of digital photography on canvas, can be found. Clearly everyone knows the purpose of taking beautiful, timeless photographs. It captures moments that can never happen again. Photographs show us our personal and physical development over the years and the effect success and family have brought upon us. They provide us with memorabilia of precious pets that have passed, starter homes we no longer live in, and a myriad of other memories.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;When we look back at old black and white photographs our grandparents took of one another, we sometimes witness heart-wrenching pictures captured by a blurry, amateur camera. It is even difficult to identify certain relatives in old photographs due to the poor quality of camera and film. A look at later photographs of our own immediate families is an obvious testament to the improvement in camera technology. Modern film camera photographs are a far cry from the drudgery of older pictures, although they too are far from perfect. Polaroid&#039;s prove to be an interesting and often successful experiment, provided lighting is perfect and relatives and friends are not standing in direct sunlight. Generally speaking, the best quality film pictures were still only taken by professional photographers since amateurs could not afford or would not invest in the significant amount of money necessary to purchase a decent camera and to have it developed in a professional dark room.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;In spite of this, have not these amateur and inferior quality photographs proved to be very long-lasting?&lt;br&gt;With the advent of digital photography not only is long-lasting product possible it is also one of heightened aesthetic beauty. Digital cameras are the pinnacle of professional and amateur photography. They are the sleek and expensive sports car rather than the small, flawed economy version. The use of such gorgeous photography in the way of art then makes perfect sense. Many modern artists have made use of both video and photography to express an artistic viewpoint. With the advent of the digital camera doubtless they are sashaying into these barely chartered territory as well.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Details are much finer, definition is keener, colors are explosive and the entire effect is one of sheer professionalism, even for the amateur photographer. So the use of digital photography on canvas makes perfect sense and also makes for perfect art. The quality of photography and canvas is such that even outdoor weather conditions will not fade or severely damage this media. Consider too that a photograph on canvas can be preserved beneath a glass frame. This too has a positive effect on longevity. Most professionals who create digital photography on canvas use what is called a sealer. A sealer contains UV protection from ozone damage. These canvases are often water resistant. A work of digital on canvas that is kept indoors can last virtually up to a century, an impressive amount of time indeed. It is contemporary, sophisticated art that is unparalleled and doubtless will be for some time.]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Hugh Parker)</author>
					  <pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:19:12 MDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Digital Photos on Canvas in the 21st Century]]></title>
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					  <description><![CDATA[Exceptional image quality and several other advantages in digital photography have led to many people in many different situations making frequent use of this form of media. Everyone from amateur photographs to professionals it would seem, have hopped aboard the bandwagon and are taking beautiful pictures with digital cameras. There are several arenas in which digital photography is being used today.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Many professional news photographers from major television papers and magazines are currently using digital photography. It is as professional and attractive as traditional film and due to the rapidity with which digital pictures can be developed it has the crucial advantage of assisting media professionals in meeting extremely tight deadlines. Digital photography is also in vogue with many amateur photographers. It is particularly useful when sending images by email to friends and family, uploading them onto personal websites, and framing to place upon the walls of your home.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Some professional, commercial photographers and some amateurs too, prefer to use digital photography because they believe that its flexibility overrides its expensive initial outlay. Film photography on the other hand, involves a continued financial investment for supplies and to develop pictures afterward. Some professionals have also begun moving to digital because of the impressive array of editing features offered on modern PC and MAC computers. The photographer can edit and manipulate the image in ways that equipment in darkrooms cannot do.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Some commercial photographers and amateur photographs who invest in photography for artistic reasons, have been resistant to using digital cameras rather than film cameras because they erroneously believe that the quality of a digital camera is not up to par. This however isn&#039;t the case. The use of digital photography in artistry is a new trend in both photography and modern art. There are those who have coined themselves as &quot;purest&quot; and they believe that the process some how is of greater importance than the final product. This is never the individual who brings something new or novel to birth.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Digital photography on canvas is a valid, esthetically pleasing and valuable art media that provides pleasure to the beholder. It has already made an impression within modern art galleries and museums worldwide. The breathtaking works of many famous modern artists including Richard Piegza, Philip Pocock and Richard Prince grace the walls of several internationally renowned fine arts institutions. Frequently these painters travel the world offering lectures to art students and professionals alike as to the methodology and use of digital photography and video in art.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;On a more personal and far less expensive vein, digital photography on canvas is the savoir-faire movement attainable at independent art galleries. The work is tailored to an individual client&#039;s requirements and offers a stunning, sentimental gift for a loved one. Photography on canvas is a custom-made piece of artwork tailored specifically to one&#039;s needs and interests. The subject matter varies and is anything whatever that the client chooses. Not only is the artwork tasteful it is a spectacular tribute to color, design and technology that belongs in every art collectors&#039; home or business.]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Hugh Parker)</author>
					  <pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:01:57 MDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Digital Camera Handling and Maintenance]]></title>
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					  <description><![CDATA[A photographic camera is an apparatus for taking photographs or moving film. All cameras have the same basic design - a lightproof container with a lens and a light-sensitive surface. A digital camera is different from a standard 35 mm SLR (single lens reflex) in the sense that digital cameras require no film rolls.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;In earlier times careful planning went into taking pictures of an object but with a digital camera you can take a number of photographs and then select the best posture that you have captured while the rest of the pictures can always be deleted without involving any monetary loss. The pictures can then be transferred to your personal computer from where you can take out printouts if you have a color printer installed.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The quality of the photographs in a digital camera depends upon the camera resolution which is determined by pixels. Pixels or picture elements are any of the minute areas of uniform illumination of which an image on a digital display screen is composed. The greater the number of these pixels, the sharper is the image created. A digital camera which offers a resolution of 5 mega pixels is normally considered a good camera.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The weight of the digital camera also goes a long way in camera selection. Once upon a time digital cameras used to weigh one kilogram but with technological advancement they have become very compact and sleek. These modern cameras now come with zoom facilities. You can use digital zoom in any picture-taking mode to get up to 3X magnification beyond optical zoom.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;You can do more with your digital camera like using different modes. General picture taking offers an excellent balance of image quality and ease of use. Point-and-shoot simplicity function is provided when taking pictures under special conditions. You can capture video with sound. You can view your favorite pictures. To capture far away scenes, the camera uses infinity auto focus. The camera automatically sets the focus distance depending on the zoom position.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Most digital cameras permit a white-balance setting which automatically transmits by inference which element should look white and which should look black. The lens is an integral part of any camera and determines the quality of the photographs. All digital cameras have LCD screens which can vary in size.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Care and maintenance of your digital camera is of utmost importance. If you suspect water has gotten inside the camera, remove the battery and memory card and allow all components to air-dry for at least 24 hours before using the camera. Blow lightly on the lens or LCD to get rid of dirt and dust. You should always wipe softly with a lint-free and soft cloth or lens cleaning tissue. Never use solutions unless intended particularly for camera lenses. Never allow chemicals such as sun tan lotion, to contact painted surfaces.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For digital camera, battery care is vital. Do not allow batteries to touch metal objects, including coins. Otherwise a battery may short circuit, discharge energy, become hot or leak. Always remove the battery when the product is stored for an extended period of time.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;If your budget allows always buy a digital camera that provides you with higher resolutions, longer zoom lens and some other special features. Advanced consumer cameras usually require that you spend some time with the instruction manual to master all their capabilities, but they have few limitations.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Digital camera assures a user friendly working with pictures and videos. If accidentally you delete a picture you can use the undo delete function to retrieve it but this should be done immediately after you delete a single picture.]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Roberto Sedycias)</author>
					  <pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 06:51:23 MDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[The Must-Know Basics of Digital Camera Repairing]]></title>
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					  <description><![CDATA[Possessing a high-end and sophisticated gadget like digital camera can be a pride in itself, but repairing it can be daunting. A digital camera is a 100% electronic device with many delicate circuits inside it. Adequate knowledge about the delicate device is essential for the technician for repairing who must handle the device with extra care. It needs specialized testing equipments to diagnosis the very problem. That is, perhaps, the reason why repairing digital camera is expensive.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;There are some minor defects in your digital camera that you can fix yourself. Of course, that depends on the type or the model of camera that you are using. Here, another noteworthy thing is you should have precise idea about what exactly is wrong with it.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Things You Can Fix Yourself:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The common problem that can be detected and fixed without much hassle is the digital camera lens. Most of the time it is due to careless handling or improper setting that the lens ceases to function leaving you baffled over the matter. Most of the time, it is due to the improper alignment of the lens. You will encounter system error messages on the LCD. In such circumstances the camera is not able to focus and the result is worse pictures. You can simply realign the lens or reset the zoom barrel guide pins and you will find your digital camera working as usual.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;There are some other minor and common problems such as broken battery cover, broken hinges on memory card doors, cracked LCDs, etc. But if you are not sure about the problem, it is wise not to handle it. Rather you can take your digital camera to an authorized repairing center.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;However, before visiting any repairing center or technician you must take check certain common things. There may be some minor problems that you can identify yourself such as:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;1 - Sometimes, it is very likely that you might have hit the wrong button or have changed the menu for which the device does not work properly.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;2 - If the battery of your digital camera is running out of power, it is most likely that the digital cameras will not work. Ensure if thing improves when a fully charged cell is inserted into the digital camera.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;3 - Sometimes, it is necessary to reset the camera through the menu or by removing the battery for 24 hours.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;4 - The camera may not turn on if the memory card is full.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;These common problems can not be really considered as a serious problem for the digital camera. But a novice user of the gadget may find it difficult them troubleshoot.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Selecting Repairing Service Station:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;If the small efforts are not enough to fix your camera, visit an authorized service station in stead of asking any ordinary technician. The technician in the service station should have experience of fixing several brands and models of digital camera.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Moreover, both the user and the technician should have the ability to distinguish between marginal repair and quality repair. A little bit of confusion in this regard may cause damage to your precious digital camera.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Each model of digital cameras requires special tools to fix the errors and reliable service centers have these specialized tools and skilled technicians to properly service and safeguard the digital camera. Efficient diagnosis and repairing of digital camera depends largely upon specialized tests, appropriate equipments and expert technician.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The high-end and sophisticated device like digital camera requires a lot of concern and careful handling which is of paramount importance for longevity of the digital camera. However, the repair process of digital camera also needs the same amount of care and attention. You need to have adequate knowledge of handling digital camera to avoid any kind of trouble.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;If possible gather information from the Internet about handling and repairing. A digital camera is a valuable possession and worth caring.]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Roberto Sedycias)</author>
					  <pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 06:44:15 MDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Tips For Taking Great Macro Photography]]></title>
					  <link>http://www.newphotoguide.com/blogs/3947/Tips-For-Taking-Great-Macro-Photography.html</link>
					  <description><![CDATA[The term macro photography is a situation whereby you get up close and personal with your subject. True macro photography is working on approximately 1:1 ratios or closer. This produces an image that is true to the size or much larger than the subject being photographed. It is easy to get confused with this type of photography in terms of what is considered really macro. Normally macro photography ranges from &lt;b&gt;life size 1:1&lt;/b&gt; up to &lt;b&gt;ten times enlargement 10:1&lt;/b&gt;, which is believed to be the exact definition of macro photography.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;To take great macro photography, you will need to invest in the appropriate equipment. To just buy a lens and focus on close hoping for a good shot is not the way to do it. You will need to have a good camera, like a Canon or Nikon, and a good macro lens with a good zoom factor. A good camera to use is a Canon 1DS Mark III with a 110mm macro lens&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Choosing a subject can be quite tricky. It can sometimes be difficult to get a good depth of field with macro photography, especially if you are shooting a part of an object in an abstract sense.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;i&gt;For example&lt;/i&gt;: if you are shooting part of a candlestick that is ornate, it&#039;s important to get the lighting right as well as having the vision to begin with. Often this can work out quite well whereby DOF is lacking allowing for high magnification and originality.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;However, when shooting insects and such alike, magnification is important. Therefore, DOF is also reduced but makes up an integral part of the image.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Without being too technical, to increase your DOF you will need to set your camera on a higher F number-the F-stop. The highest is &lt;b&gt;F8.0&lt;/b&gt;. When increased, the aperture of the lens becomes smaller prohibiting the amount of light that reaches the light sensor. To compensate for lighting, you must either use a flash; extend your shutter times or other sources of light. For still subjects, extended shutter times normally suffice, however, if your subject is on the move you will need to use a flash to prevent the image from blurring.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Using a tripod can also help, especially if you are waiting for you&#039;re subject to appear or you are shooting still. This will prevent movement, which can be detrimental when working in macro photography. You will also need a release on your tripod. This will also allow you to move your camera around while securely attached.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Macro photography can be a real art form if executed properly. Subjects/objects are explored that are normally difficult to see with the naked eye and your vision for what makes a good image is heightened. There is an abundance of subjects and objects to choose from, whether it&#039;s in your home or garden.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Firstly, you will need to think about what would make the subject/object interesting. Consider the texture, colour and shapes as well as a particular feature that would make a great shot. There are many ways to take a good macro image, and experimenting with angles that encompasses varied lighting can produce outstanding images. You can also build your own mini macro-studio in a simple box that is open at the top and at the front. You can drape it in any colour you like, for example; using black would marry well with objects of colour.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For your lighting you can simply clamp to reading lamps on the side, but make sure you use GE Reveal bulbs, these are not as harsh as normal light bulbs.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Macro photography is all about trial and error. You will bin most of your images until you get the hang of it. However, the results can be greatly rewarding, an art form that will allow you to explore your creative side that will be unique to you and you only.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Happy shooting.&lt;/b&gt;]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Derek Rogers)</author>
					  <pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 07:20:52 MDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Learn About the Art of Photography]]></title>
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					  <description><![CDATA[The art of photography is something that many people all over the world have come to love and enjoy. It is not something that is just enjoyed as only a hobby any longer. The creativity and skill that is involved in being able to achieve a beautiful photograph, is something that has grown tremendously over the years. There is a large amount of individuals who are able to enjoy this form of art as their career choice.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;There seems to be something magical about the way that a skilled photographer allows us the ability of sometimes feeling as if we are able to travel to those far away places we see in so many photographs, as seen through the eyes of the photographer. Many times, as you are looking at a professional photograph, it is often very possible to be so captivated by them, that you can actually feel as if you have literally stepped into the picture you are viewing. The art form, and great skill that is involved in the world of photography, has the ability to take us to many places. There are many people who say this same thing from reading a good book. There are many world-renowned photographers whose work is included in many popular books of today&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;There is a very wide spectrum of creative choices that you can explore when it comes to learning one of the many different areas of specialty that is offered in the world of photography. If you are contemplating the idea of going to photography school to enhance your skill and knowledge, you may choose to specialize in one of many different areas of expertise that is offered in photography. These would include weddings, nature, sports, weather, underwater, macro photography, urban photography, and a number of others.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Some people may not be aware, but there is a lot more that goes into the skill and art of photography than simply aiming a camera and clicking a button. For example, an underwater photographer must also be highly skilled in swimming, scuba diving, as well as have a vast storehouse of knowledge in the specialized equipment that is required for this type of photography.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For any photo&#039;s that need to be taken in the dental, or other type of medical field, this is also a specialized area of photography that would require a tremendous amount of knowledge. Tthe use of the specialized equipment that is involved in these types of photographs.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Professional photographers that have an area of expertise that includes creative photographs taken of various types of animals would also generally require that the photographer had at least a basic knowledge of the types of animals that they were working with. To be successful in being able to take those once in a lifetime shots that many photographers only wish they could capture, you would want to educate yourself on some of the habits of the animals that you plan to be around.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;At first thought, many people generally do not think there is very much involved in the field of photography. This statement however, could not be any further from the truth. It takes a large amount of dedicated practice and the utmost in skill to be able to acquire the expertise that is needed to become a successful photographer.]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Daniel Millions)</author>
					  <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:34:19 MDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Personal Reviews About Lite Desktop Digital Photo Editors]]></title>
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					  <description><![CDATA[In daily work and life we usually need to edit some pictures with our computer. In fact, PhotoShop was used by most users all over the world. But there are some other excellent photo editors with unique functions and benefits on the market, they are: i.Mage, PhotoLine 32, PhotoFiltre, Pixia, GIMP and Ulead Photo Explorer. Follow me, let us to see the features and functions of them.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;i.Mage is a small and fast graphics editor slanted towards quite and easy pixel editing, ala DPaint from the DOS/Amiga days. Instead of being a bloated behemoth with a zillion plugins it starts in under a second and it does a lot of the mundane jobs of image editing quickly and without fuss. It is a right tool for simple jobs.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;PhotoLine 32 is a full featured image editor with support for text, vector and image layers. In addition to the standard editing features like painting, cloning, filtering, blending and flood fill it offers many special effects like swirl, shadow, glowing, distort, morphing, 3d projection and many dynamic layer effects. It supports 16 bits per channel, CMYK and Lab as well as color management with ICC profiles. The include image browser supports IPTC and EXIF data display and editing, batch conversion, HTML gallery output, batch renaming and more.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;PhotoFiltre is a complete image editing and effects package, which will not only amaze us with features but also the fact that it is free (for personal use). It comes with many features that rival some commercial packages, as well as additional add-on that can be downloaded from the web site. PhotoFiltre offers all the standard editing features (selection, clone brush, paint brush etc.) as well as a large selection of image effects, photo masks, image adjustments, thumbnail browser and much more. The program also supports batch processing to apply filters, sizing, adjustments and transformations to a large number of images at once. PhotoFiltre comes with a modern, well designed interface and is well suited for everything from simple resizing to advanced photo editing. Photofiltre is a relatively small application and unlike Photoshop, will install and launch very quickly.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Pixia is a painting tool made exclusively for full color graphics. Pixia is the English version of a popular Japanese painting and retouch software. It supports mask, layer and many other editing functions. We can use our own customized brush tips and even use an image file as a brush tip to create unique effects. Its user-friendly interface is suitable for beginners as well as experts. Pixia supports the most common editing techniques and presents a user-friendly interface.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;GIMP is an acronym for GNU Image Manipulation Program. It is a freely distributed program for such tasks as photo retouching, image composition and image authoring. It has many capabilities. It can be used as a simple paint program, an expert quality photo retouching program, an online batch processing system, a mass production image rendered, an image format converter, etc. GIMP is expandable and extensible. It is designed to be augmented with plug-ins and extensions to do just about anything. The advanced scripting interface allows everything from the simplest task to the most complex image manipulation procedures to be easily scripted. GIMP is written and developed under X11 on UNIX platforms. But basically the same code also runs on MS Windows and Mac OS X.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Ulead Photo Explorer is a complete solution for the digital photography enthusiast. Photo Explorer combines easy-to-use tools for acquiring, viewing, organizing, adjusting and sharing digital images and video clips. Easily navigate through powerful program functions with clear and simple toolbars. Browse through a file tree folder structure, similar to Windows Explorer. Share photos with friends and family with a free account on iMira.com and much more. Ulead Photo Explorer lets us spend more time enjoying photos, music and videos and less time finding them. It&#039;s the all-in-one solution for owners of digital cameras, camcorders, scanners or anyone who wants to make it easier to keep track of their media.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;If you want to edit a picture simply or select a photo editor for a occasional job, then i.Mage is just for you! PhotoLine 32 is a full featured image editor suited for professional users. Photofiltre is a relatively small application and unlike Photoshop, will install and launch very quickly. It provides almost all tools and functions we need to complete our task. Pixia has a user-friendly interface suited for beginners as well as experts and it is designed exclusively for full color graphics. GIMP is a freely distributed image editor with many capabilities. GIMP is designed to be augmented with plug-ins and extensions to do just about anything. Ulead Photo Explorer is an ideal solution for the digital photography enthusiast. It combines many easy-to-use tools in a friendly interface. It suits for beginners especially. The best of all, Ulead Photo Explorer is free for us! What are you waiting for? Download a suited image editor for you and make your work easier!]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Robert Snoog)</author>
					  <pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2008 23:12:02 MDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Special Effects Using Camera Filters]]></title>
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					  <description><![CDATA[A glance through almost any magazine will display a flood of picture ads. For the most part, the special effects you see in these ads are created either through photo editing software or cameras fitted with special types of filters.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Many types of filters are available, each having a unique and specific function. For example, there are different filters for black and white, others for color photos, and some that are used for both. Additionally, there are also filters that enhance contrast while others improve the picture sharpness.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Below are brief descriptions of various filters and the effects they produce on pictures.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Cross and Star Effect Filters&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Star effect flares are available in different points like star-eight and star-six. These flares are used for increasing image brightness and enhancing more difficult photos of theme parks, sun reflecting from glass surfaces, and street lights.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Like star filters, a cross filter is best for situations in which the person in the picture is wearing jewelry. It generates more dramatic effects to anything bright worn by the person.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Spectral cross filters are normally used in portraits and outdoor shots. They produce cross effects and soft-focus effects. These filters consist of two transparent optical glasses which are arranged in a rotating frame. A gauze-like black fiber is positioned between the two transparent glasses.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Made up of two glasses, Vario cross filters generate a special effect of four light rays emerging from a single point source of light. You can easily rotate each glass individually to change the angle of emerging rays of light.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Close-up Filters&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This filter is better than a zoom lens. It is used for close-up photography and available in different diopters ranging from +1 to +10. The higher the number the, closer the capture.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Macro close-up filters with a +10 diopters rating with a two-element, two-group construction lens are used for capturing tiny objects such as flowers and insects.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;With it, you can easily take a close up of only half the subject, retaining the other half in its normal size. This is helpful when you want to focus on both near and distant objects simultaneously.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Multivision Filters&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Multivision filters find their niche when a single subject needs to be displayed in an individual photo repeatedly. These filters are available in ranges of 3F, 3PF, 6F, 6PF, and 5F. Each number represents the number of times an object will be duplicated in the picture. Moreover, different colors can be added to an image using color multivision filters.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Misty Spot Filters&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Misty spot filters are used for emphasizing the primary focal point of the picture. For this purpose the background of the image is set to a blur with the image in its normal state to accentuate the subject in the foreground.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;There are four different types of misty spot filters: breezing filters, gradual filters, windmill filters, and halo filters.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Diffusion Filters&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Due to uneven or irregular surface, diffusion filters produce a soft focus effect. These are normally used for portrait shots.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Center Spot Filters&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The center spot filter gives the center a sharp and clear image. The background, on the other hand, ends up with a romantic, foggy effect.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;These filters enhance specific details of photos without the use of computer photo editing software.]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Ted Burns)</author>
					  <pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 16:08:53 MDT</pubDate>
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					  <title><![CDATA[Ultimate Scrapbooking Kits]]></title>
					  <link>http://www.newphotoguide.com/blogs/3622/Ultimate-Scrapbooking-Kits.html</link>
					  <description><![CDATA[Scrapbooking is a very effective way to find peace and tranquility in a busy and very mad world. Lower stress level, means that you will live longer. Scrapbooking is a good method to store and preserve fond memories. It is very creative and will help in keeping photographs and statements from friends forever. A lot of new products are manufactured every month for the scrapbooking community and many have much better features. And the ultimate scrapbooking kits have transformed into a very useful tool compared to its initial introductions.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Tips for scrapbooking: Scrapbooking tips include personalized photo labs called picture mates snapping. It has superb archival featured photo quality and has a single touch print process. It has free cropping of the computer and has red eye filtering. It is resistant to scratches, smudges, and water fading of prints. It has frames of Disney, wallets and packages of portrait. The picture mate has a cheap price of daily print processes.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Ultimate scrapbooking kits extra, has a tote bag for photographs. It has a page scale of 12 x 12 graphs. The page frame will have a magnificent display of the pages with high definition. Picture mate snaps of the ultimate scrapbook kits consist of all the options which are needed to take high quality photographs of size 4 x 6. It will create scrap book pages of standard size 12 x 12. The photographs can be framed using the picture mate in a tote. The printing will be better than the normal lab print outs with great quality and rich color scales. The photos will be sharply defined and will have real life skin textures. It can be used as a gift and is very affordable too making it an ideal present. It is adjustable with a 2.5 premier photo viewing which has options for editing images through memory cards, mobile phones and cameras. Photos can be cropped, using the red eye filtering without the use of a computer. There is print pro which has a quality of 4 x 6 and only takes 45 seconds to complete all in just a single finger touch.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;PictureMate snapper: The PictureMate snapper is a very fast and easy way for printing your best photographs by yourself. It has many extra added features like the Disney frames and jumbo wallets and many more applications. It is not necessary to have a PC to use this software. The photos can be printed instantly at the spot itself during an event like a football match or a family gathering. Picture mate has a battery life of 38 hours and it is rechargeable.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The ultimate scrapbooking kits will last for a very long period of time. It has more life than the old school style of film processed photographs. The print will be water resistant and easy to use. The kit is easy to handle and durable. It will make scrapbooks more user friendly and entertaining. The kit helps to enhance the functions in scrapbooking with smart picture snaps and other features.]]></description>
					  <author>no@spam.com (Karen Lincoln)</author>
					  <pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:54:37 MDT</pubDate>
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