Programs for Editing Photos
Feb 26, 2017 07:19:52 #
I currently use the Photos application on my MacBook to edit my photos. I would like to do more editing but don't know which program to choose.
If I switch to a different program, can l still store and organize all my work in Photos on the Mac? I assume an editing program is just that - to edit - then you file them where you want?
Are there monthly fees associated with these editing programs or a one time purchase? Thank you! Looking forward to your advice and help!!
If I switch to a different program, can l still store and organize all my work in Photos on the Mac? I assume an editing program is just that - to edit - then you file them where you want?
Are there monthly fees associated with these editing programs or a one time purchase? Thank you! Looking forward to your advice and help!!
Feb 26, 2017 07:45:12 #
No matter what editing program you choose you will be able to store and organize your photos as you do now. Some editing programs offer methods to store and organize your photos - that part of the editing program does not have to be used if you already have your own organizing system. As for the editing itself, Adobe charges a monthly fee for their programs. You get access to everything and are always working with the latest versions. The other editing programs are for sale and the updates are usually free. Because there are so many choices,I would suggest that you do some research of your own ... here are the companies that I have downloaded some of their products from. TOPAZ , ON1 , Photoshop ELEMENTS , LIGHTROOM. Topaz and ON1 make a suite of products; you don't have to buy everything they make, just the products that you would need to do your type of editing. BTW, THAT is why I don't subscribe to Adobe - I will never use all of the stuff that they make available. ELEMENTS might be a good starting point for your research. You will be getting more responses but in the end, you will have to do some research on your own. Look at the companies that are suggested and decide for yourself - the ones I mentioned make good products but you probably won't need everything they make. Good Luck.
Feb 26, 2017 07:49:17 #
This is a great starting point. I don't really want to subscribe. Good to know there are other options out there. I will have to research this.
Feb 26, 2017 08:34:26 #
CRoy wrote:
I currently use the Photos application on my MacBook to edit my photos. I would like to do more editing but don't know which program to choose.
If I switch to a different program, can l still store and organize all my work in Photos on the Mac? I assume an editing program is just that - to edit - then you file them where you want?
Are there monthly fees associated with these editing programs or a one time purchase? Thank you! Looking forward to your advice and help!!
If I switch to a different program, can l still store and organize all my work in Photos on the Mac? I assume an editing program is just that - to edit - then you file them where you want?
Are there monthly fees associated with these editing programs or a one time purchase? Thank you! Looking forward to your advice and help!!
Since you are using photos, add Affinity. It is in the App Store and work well with photos. It is by Serif. It is a one time purchase.
Feb 26, 2017 09:18:01 #
CRoy wrote:
I currently use the Photos application on my MacBook to edit my photos. I would like to do more editing but don't know which program to choose.
If I switch to a different program, can l still store and organize all my work in Photos on the Mac? I assume an editing program is just that - to edit - then you file them where you want?
Are there monthly fees associated with these editing programs or a one time purchase? Thank you! Looking forward to your advice and help!!
If I switch to a different program, can l still store and organize all my work in Photos on the Mac? I assume an editing program is just that - to edit - then you file them where you want?
Are there monthly fees associated with these editing programs or a one time purchase? Thank you! Looking forward to your advice and help!!
Look at Macphun. It is specifically designed for Macs and is very good and powerful, and can be used as an extension in Photos so you will still be able to store and organize your work the same way you do now.
Macphun Luminar is exceptional and is what I mostly use for PP. There is also Macphun Creative Kit and Macphun Aurora HDR. They are all easy to learn and easy to use. They are each a one time purchase with free updates.
Feb 26, 2017 09:19:02 #
Take a look at On1 Photo Raw. It will import (for edit purposes) from wherever you wish and export to wherever you wish. One time purchase; no subscription required. Robust editing features similar (and IMO competitive) to Lightroom and Photoshop. Abundant training - text & videos - available. This is now the third (or better) version - On1 is not some new startup, they've been around for a while. 30-day trial is available with no restrictions or limitations - the whole package. Currently on sale. And no, I don't work for On1 or have any affiliation or monetary link to the company. /Ralph
Feb 26, 2017 10:02:31 #
Pick up a used copy of elements on ebay, then someday when your ready to move to the full blown version of photoshop you'll already have a great understanding of many of the features.
Feb 26, 2017 11:56:29 #
Feb 27, 2017 06:12:20 #
Feb 27, 2017 07:00:27 #
DavidPine
Loc: Fredericksburg, TX
CaptureOne and Luminar are really good programs. The recognized best is PhotoshopCC and LightroomCC combination which you can get for $10 per month. There are literally thousands of tutorials on YouTube. If you can subscribe to Lynda.com and/or KelbyOne.com to access full courses. There are learning curves to any of the editing programs and it will take you a while to to grasp the "whys" in editing. It can be great fun.
Feb 27, 2017 07:22:24 #
DavidPine wrote:
CaptureOne and Luminar are really good programs. The recognized best is PhotoshopCC and LightroomCC combination which you can get for $10 per month. There are literally thousands of tutorials on YouTube. If you can subscribe to Lynda.com and/or KelbyOne.com to access full courses. There are learning curves to any of the editing programs and it will take you a while to to grasp the "whys" in editing. It can be great fun.
Unfortunately, Luminar isn't available for Windows. Photoshop changes the RAW files to a Photoshop file and my experience has been that the Photoshop conversion image quality hasn't been as good as if you used the Native Nikon or Cannon software. Lightroom is suppose to be a Non-destructive software, but again the quality of the images don't seem to be as good as the Native software.
Feb 27, 2017 07:31:36 #
Try Gimp. Most who don't take it serious have never tried it.
Firstly its FREE. Secondly, there are several websites where you can get scripts that add features that you need, and these are also free. Thirdy, if you are cspable, you can make your own scripts to automate regularly dine tasks, such as adding watermarks.
Lastly, it cists you nothing to try it ajf if you don't like it all you are out is a little time.
Firstly its FREE. Secondly, there are several websites where you can get scripts that add features that you need, and these are also free. Thirdy, if you are cspable, you can make your own scripts to automate regularly dine tasks, such as adding watermarks.
Lastly, it cists you nothing to try it ajf if you don't like it all you are out is a little time.
Feb 27, 2017 07:33:36 #
I've done some research on Luminar, but will check out a few others. I had no idea there were so many programs out there. As long as I can practice with RAW, have some fun editing, and organize my pictures in Photos on my Mac, I will be good to go. I appreciate all this advice.
Feb 27, 2017 07:46:28 #
CRoy wrote:
I currently use the Photos application on my MacBook to edit my photos. I would like to do more editing but don't know which program to choose.
If I switch to a different program, can l still store and organize all my work in Photos on the Mac? I assume an editing program is just that - to edit - then you file them where you want?
Are there monthly fees associated with these editing programs or a one time purchase? Thank you! Looking forward to your advice and help!!
If I switch to a different program, can l still store and organize all my work in Photos on the Mac? I assume an editing program is just that - to edit - then you file them where you want?
Are there monthly fees associated with these editing programs or a one time purchase? Thank you! Looking forward to your advice and help!!
Go immediately to the App Store (in the Apple menu) and check out Affinity Photo. It's $40, one time, and very powerful.
The Adobe CC bundle of Lightroom, Photoshop, and Bridge is $10/month. You can get a crippled version of Photoshop, called Elements, for under $100, outright, and you can buy Lightroom outright, but I'd rather use Affinity Photo.
Feb 27, 2017 08:03:04 #
CRoy wrote:
I currently use the Photos application on my MacBook to edit my photos. I would like to do more editing but don't know which program to choose.
If I switch to a different program, can l still store and organize all my work in Photos on the Mac? I assume an editing program is just that - to edit - then you file them where you want?
Are there monthly fees associated with these editing programs or a one time purchase? Thank you! Looking forward to your advice and help!!
If I switch to a different program, can l still store and organize all my work in Photos on the Mac? I assume an editing program is just that - to edit - then you file them where you want?
Are there monthly fees associated with these editing programs or a one time purchase? Thank you! Looking forward to your advice and help!!
You don't have to spend a lot of money to make your pictures look better. There are perfectly good programs that cost nothing. Aside from Adobe's CC's monthly fee, you either buy the programs outright or get them for free.
Affinity
http://www.shutterbug.com/content/affinity-photo-software-review-has-photoshop-met-its-match#d1c5lY5EQ03QoLjh.97
http://www.diyphotography.net/affinity-photo-can-give-adobe-run-money/
Others
http://digital-photography-school.com/a-beginners-guide-to-choosing-the-right-post-production-software/
http://www.digitalcameraworld.com/2015/03/23/best-photo-editing-software-photoshop-cc-and-7-photoshop-alternatives-tested/1/
http://www.redmondpie.com/best-adobe-photoshop-alternatives-for-windows-and-mac-list/
Free
http://fieldguide.gizmodo.com/the-best-photoshop-alternatives-that-are-totally-free-5974500
http://lightzoneproject.org/
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