phoehsl Posted July 12, 2012 Share #21 Posted July 12, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) I find Lightroom (LR) to be far more intuitive and direct than Photoshop, which I think is Adobe's intent. Photoshop also has an entirely different purpose than Lightroom. Regards, Peter Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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JOM51 Posted July 16, 2012 Share #22 Posted July 16, 2012 I use LR4 (moved from Aperture two months ago). I have the book from Scott Kelby on LR4, it explains a simple workflow, very useful book to get started very quickly. However for very simple workflow, I use also Snapseed (from the folks of NIK software plugins, very good software). This Snapseed works on iPad, Mac and Windows, it is really very simple to use and at the same time quite powerful. Give it a try it rocks! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarlet Posted July 19, 2012 Share #23 Posted July 19, 2012 is there a program that will give me simple processing of the basic necessities with optimal results that is logical and understandable. PS and Elements just completely throws me. No simple program will give "optimal results". What you must realise is that you set the standard you wish to achieve. However, if you just want simplicity, then go for Aperture or even iPhoto, the former being sufficient for most, the latter likely not for serious photographers but for happy snappers. I don't know LR but have used Photoshop for a long time and, once one's overcome the obstacles posed by the interface, it becomes second nature to use. Buy Martin Evening's Photoshop book. It has in-depth parts you can skip. Plus it is eminent as a reference for any question. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jim 2012 Posted August 20, 2012 Share #24 Posted August 20, 2012 If you just want basic editing (crop, contrast, red-eye correction, straightening, etc.) plus several special effects and photo file organization, I've heard that Google's "Picasa" works easily and adequately. It's also FREE, so there's no risk in trying it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bull40 Posted August 25, 2012 Author Share #25 Posted August 25, 2012 Thank you, friends, especially those that recommended Scott Kelby's Seven Step "Rehab Program." ;-) It is precisely what I needed to train my mind to grasp PS. I'm working through the book as directed, and I'm finally beginning to become comfortable with PS. I think I see now an M9 in my very near future. Thanks, again! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IWC Doppel Posted August 27, 2012 Share #26 Posted August 27, 2012 I am still learning LR, but found the course run by Leica, very helpful and the Adobe video's as well. I have uploaded a number of presets , looking at how they have been adjusted is very helpful for ideas and learning. I'd start with the basic LR4 panel and then explore other areas. One thing I would say is experimenting is easy, reversable and can allow you to learn your own style. I have also found having a meet with a few friends who are LR users is very useful, I always come away with a few ideas for processing and shooting. Don't give up PS there are some extremely knowledgeable people on the forum and whilst I wish I was half as knowledgeable it hasn't stopped me processing some very nice images. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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