I use a web site called Bloglines that summaries all my favorite blogs and indicates which ones have new posts added. I have 54 blogs in my list that range from daily bloggers to rare bloggers, but the beauty of Bloglines is that I don't have to actually visit the blog to see (a) if they posted anything and (b) what they're blogging about.
Here's my top ten list of blogs that I read every day and/or look forward to their posts.
Photoshop Insider - the world of Scott Kelby, complete with news, links and great insights into photography & Photoshop
John Nack on Adobe - straight from "the horse's mouth"
[b]eckers blog/the [b] school - two blogs packed with great ideas for the business of photography
Digital Pro Talk - David Ziser puts the rest of the blogging world to shame with the frequency and content of his blog
Jasmine Star Photography - inspirational wedding photography (and very cool lady)
Presentation Zen - although it's about presentations, so much of his info can be applied to design
Terry White's Tech Blog - Terry's usually the first on the block to get and review new technology
Strobist - great ideas on lighting "on the cheap" focusing on off-camera flash and DIY projects
Joe McNally's blog - words of wisdom (and occasional napkin diagrams) from the master
Lightroom Killer Tips - I don't use LR much, but I still go to see what Matt has to say
Honorable Mentions
Zack Arias - just discovered this one, and love it so far
Jessica Clare - another inspirational photographer's site
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Blogs I check every morning
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Review: First Impressions of Focal Point
A quick overview/review of OnOne's latest plug-in, Focal Point.
Product info from OnOne
[not sure why I was having video issues, or why it took so long to fix!]
silent movies
Oh, how some things come back to haunt us....
During my recent trip to Canada the old home movies came out and I was convinced by my family to capture and post this little gem. Shows both my serious side (as a proper British choirboy) and my silly side.
Monday, May 19, 2008
Win a trip to Tasmania
I almost didn't post this so that I could increase my chances of winning, but I'm just not that kind of guy ;)
Via John Nack's blog, here's the details:
"Follow in the footsteps of the Adobe Lightroom Adventure Photographers or create your own adventure on the beautiful island of Tasmania! Here is your chance to win a trip for two to experience the natural beauty of Tasmania first hand.
Roundtrip economy airfare for two on Qantas Airways from one of their North American gateways - Los Angeles, San Francisco or New York City (JFK) - to the island of Tasmania. Two nights’ accommodation in Tasmania."
enter here
Friday, May 16, 2008
They like us, they really like us
I'm very pleased to see that some of our podcasts are getting some love out there. First, a very cool web site called smashing magazine has published a list called Useful Podcasts for Designers and Developers and they included Photoshop User TV, Photoshop Killer Tips and Layers TV amongst their suggestions. Take a look here
And over at the Digital Photography School a post directs readers to "24 + 1 Photography Podcasts That Will Inspire You". I'm proud to say that Photoshop User TV made the top of the list!. Check out the list here. 
Thanks to these fine, fine sites for their recommendations, and to everyone else who spreads the word about Photoshop User TV!
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Photoshop World movie
Over at the Photoshop World web site a new movie has been posted that does a great job of giving a feel for what it's like to be at that great event. In a couple of minutes you get to see snipits of the keynote, classes, the expo and hear some feedback from attendees. One of my favorite aspects of Photoshop Word is the fact that attendees can get "up close" with instructors and ask questions, and you get a little taste of that in this movie.
If you've ever thought about going and wanted to get a good feeling for what it's like,
Take a look here
BTW, NAPP members save $100
Early Bird Registration ends August 1st, 2008
If you're not a NAPP member, your Photoshop World registration includes a NAPP membership
Hope to see you there!
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
More from Zack Arias on white seamless backgrounds
Zack Arias has posted more on his incredibly detailed and useful series on using a white seamless background, including all kinds of lighting tips and how to turn the white background to black.
In case you missed it, part 1 is here
part 2(a) here and part 2(b) here
and the latest part
[edit] as Zack said in the comments, there;s now a part 4!! Thanks Zack!
