Julie Powell is a photographer, writer and educator, offers unique photographic opportunities and inspirational ideas to help YOU become the photographer you wish to be.
Beautiful easy portraits in DxO Photolab 3
I really like to keep my portraits simple, no over-processing or spending hours on the PC. I try to capture everything in-camera as much as I can. Shooting RAW, I find most images out of the camera are a little flat and they need some processing. But again my aim is always to try and keep it simple. So when I was recently asked to review a copy of DxO PhotoLab 3, I was keen to put it through its paces.
Journaling for the new age photographer
Being more often than not the only person in your outfit means you have to keep track of everything. There are dozens of apps, diaries and digital (or analog) calendars and such. But what about your ideas?
Top 40 Finalist People and Portrait Photographer of 2019
This is really exciting stuff, just found out I was a Top 40 Finalist of the Panasonic People and Portrait Photographer of 2019…
Installing and initializing Excire Search for Windows
I was recently given a copy of Excire Search 2 Pro to review. Let me start by saying I’m NOT a tech-head, but I’m all for something that can make life easier.
A first look at DxO PhotoLab 3.1
DxO PhotoLab is non-destructive and makes a new DOP file with all corrections and filters, so it is really no different in that regard to Lightroom. So what does it offer? Well to start with — price. If you are just after the basics of PhotoLab, it’s only $129 (You can get Nik and PhotoLab 2 for $149.00). There’s also no Subscription.
Getting out of your comfort zone is great for creativity
Getting out of your comfort zone is great for creativity. It not only gets the heart pumping but can also get the brain thinking…
The art of Ikebana
I recently attended an Ikebana (Japanese Flower Arranging) class with Shoto Ikebana in Mount Martha
You don’t need a fancy studio and all the gear to capture great food photos
You don’t need a fancy studio and all the gear to capture great food photos — a little bit of space and some great natural light.
Perfecting your post-processing process
These days taking an image with a DSLR camera is usually only half the process — the rest of the magic happens in post-processing…
Why my 50mm macro is my favourite lens for still life and food photography
Why is my 50mm macro is my favourite lens for still life and food photography? This is something I get asked all the time.
One touch sky replacement in Luminar 4
So Luminar 4 has been out for a little while now, and there are some great features to really make your images pop!
Friends in the studio...with Sharon Maher
Guest photographer Sharon Maher, joined Jess, Emma and I for a day in the studio
Christmas pet pawtraits
It’s Christmas and I don’t have small children or grandchildren. I only have my pets. So my daughter and I decided it was time for a new pet “pawtrait” as we have a new pup this year.
Creating movement with festive food photos
Add a little pizazz to your festive food photos with some movement and even an element of human touch. A little movement in a still image is easier than you think and can really bring your images to life. Here’s how to add an element of human touch and really make your festive photos sing.
Have some fun with Christmas portraits
Who says Christmas portraits have to be posed and old fashioned? Try having some fun with yours this year. Grab a friend or two, or perhaps a selfie, and combine that with a Christmas hat and some Christmas lights. No need to go overboard.
The beauty of the printed image with Xpozer
The beauty of the printed image, especially when using a frame and print solution system like Xpozer, is hard to beat for any photographer. Not only was it quick and easy, but they are also truly stunningly beautiful. I wrote a post recently about just how quick and easy it was to order my prints from Xpozer.
Creating bokeh to add a Christmas feel to your images
Creating bokeh to add a Christmas feel to your images is a great way to add interest and bring the holiday spirit to life! It can be done in-camera with some simple LED lights held in front of the lens…
Why you should print your photos
Do you ever print your photos? Not just post them on social media, but real tangible images printed on beautiful photo paper? If you don’t, then perhaps you should. Consider these reasons why you should print your photos.
Great gift ideas for photographers
Christmas is coming up and here are some gift ideas for Photographers, from $30 and up…