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Tutorial: Lightroom Field Workflow
Wetpixel Editor Adam Hanlon presents a tutorial that delves into a workflow option for using Lightroom as a tool to offload images in the field, do a first edit and sort, and then combine the trip catalog with a home catalog. This allows access to an entire image library, which, combined with Lightroom’s built-in search tools, makes it much easier to find images, particularly with large image collections.
Pre-order Discount: The Underwater Photographer Edition 5
The fifth edition of the seminal text “The Underwater Photographer” by Martin edge and Stuart Gibson will be shipping from 9 April. The book covers “everything from the basic principles, the equipment and approaches to composition and lighting through to creating an individual style.” Between now and 9 April, the code HUT3P will give a 20% discount at the publisher’s checkout.
Prograde Digital announces CFexpress Type B card readers
Prograde Digital has announced two new card readers. The PG04 reads CFexpress Type B and XQD cards and can transfer data at speeds up to 40Gb/s (5GB/s) via Thunderbolt 3. The PG05.5 supports both CFexpress Type B and SDXC, UHS-II cards via USB 3.2 at speeds of up to 10Gb/s.
Interview: Marty Snyderman with Howard and Michele Hall by Eric Cheng
Eric Cheng has shared an interview with underwater image-making pioneers, Marty Snyderman, Howard Hall, and Michele Hall filmed during a celebration of Howard and Marty’s birthdays at Atlantis, Dumaguete. Eric also makes several “cameo” appearances too!
Going Big in Little Town by Mike Bartick
Mike Bartick of Saltwater Photo discusses why the Anilao area is such an epicenter of diversity, along with some of its lesser-known wide angle attractions. He describes why Anilao attracts such an abundance and proliferation of species, and its unique geographical location and geology. As always, Mike has also kindly shared some of his stunning imagery to illustrate the article.
Keldan ships new products
Keldan has announced its full range for 2020. The 8X and 4X lights both have a 20% increase in power and higher CRI values. The Spectrum color correction filter range has been streamlined and refined, as has the Ambient Light filters. In addition, there is a buoyancy collar available for the lights, and a pocket-sized underwater color and white balance target.
Video: Part 2 of How to practice UW Photo at home by Brent Durand
Brent Durand has posted Part 2 of his “How to Practice UW Photo at Home” series to his YouTube channel. It features lots of ideas that can allow us to practice and develop our photography skills while staying at home and socially isolating. If you missed part 1, please check it out here
COVID-19: Retailers need your support.
The COVID-19 crisis is continuing to produce profound effects for us all. Businesses are struggling to cope with travel restrictions and a decline in demand. In response to this, many of Wetpixel’s retail partners are offering amazing deals. By supporting these companies, remember you are also supporting the livelihoods of fellow image-makers. If you are a retailer and would like any deals to be added, feel free to post them in the Wetpixel Forum or reach out for front page posts.
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