Photo Editing for a serious Hobbist
May 15, 2020 09:55:15 #
Rondog wrote:
I would like some advice on the best editing software for a Hobbyist....Photoshop,,Elements,,Lightroom,,Light,,Classic,,Stant alone,,Subsciption. HELP if you can?????
I suggest you consider Affinity Photo. One time cost. Excellent capabilities in its Develop Persona. Raw treatments are ok, not as good as others, but frankly between the two personas it is more than enough for me. I have received about 10 updates. No major change yet and will probably have to pay for that. No subscription costs. Similar in structure to Photoshop. Does not provide a cataloging option for your photos but use my own system.
There is a learning curve to all of these but there are tons of tutorial videos for Affinity and the others.
Happy post processing!!
May 15, 2020 10:08:34 #
Corel Paint Shop Pro get my vote, I found it easier and less expensive than Adobe products, does everything I've ever needed, now YMMV but be sure to give it a try!
May 15, 2020 10:10:48 #
Jimmy T wrote:
It would be hard to give better advice than what C... (show quote)
Loved the you tube video with Tony......very nice and so helpful. Thanks Jimmy
May 15, 2020 10:11:05 #
cyclespeed
Loc: Calgary, Alberta Canada
If you plan on spending most of your hobby time in the pursuit of great images and like me less time on a computer making the great ones into stellar ones, you would not want to miss Luminar 4.
Lots of AI components that I find do a better job than I have so far learned to do with PSE, Capture One and Affinity.
There is my Canadian 2 cents worth so really today only about 1. 41 American cents worth. 😀
Lots of AI components that I find do a better job than I have so far learned to do with PSE, Capture One and Affinity.
There is my Canadian 2 cents worth so really today only about 1. 41 American cents worth. 😀
May 15, 2020 10:16:00 #
You'll get many suggestions. Here's a separate thought: Will your computer handle the software you decide on? I subscribe to the Adobe monthly package. I run it on an 8GB Dell desktop computer. It works but it could be a whole lot snappier. If I was to change one thing it would be to add RAM. Frankly, I can barely get ON1 to work at all. So, before you buy any photo editing software, look to see how much computing power is recommended for that particular software package.
May 15, 2020 10:33:41 #
My suggestion is to begin with Photoshop ELEMENTS. When you've exhausted all it can do (if ever), then move into the full-blown Photoshop.
Papa Joe
Papa Joe
May 15, 2020 10:52:39 #
Always try it out first during the free trial period and use it a lot during this period. Only by using it can you determine if it is right for you and your workflow. Then decide to buy it.
Many of us do not need all of the stuff in LR or Photoshop. On the other hand, there are lots of training aids for LR and PS. My brain does not process things the way Adobe engineers think and I find most Adobe products hard to use. But that is me.
A good way to start is to master the free processing tools in the software that came with your camera. Then try another product. You may need both.
Many of us do not need all of the stuff in LR or Photoshop. On the other hand, there are lots of training aids for LR and PS. My brain does not process things the way Adobe engineers think and I find most Adobe products hard to use. But that is me.
A good way to start is to master the free processing tools in the software that came with your camera. Then try another product. You may need both.
May 15, 2020 11:07:25 #
Papa Joe wrote:
My suggestion is to begin with Photoshop ELEMENTS. When you've exhausted all it can do (if ever), then move into the full-blown Photoshop.
Papa Joe
Papa Joe
Good advice.
May 15, 2020 11:14:43 #
Leinik
Loc: Rochester NY
Affinity has an interesting suite. The Gimp is also around that you can download for free, based on an open-source version of Photoshop.
May 15, 2020 11:40:52 #
Carl1024
Loc: Kaneohe, HI 96744
I'm doing postings online towards selling items, what supplies would I need? I think I already have the tent & lights?
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May 15, 2020 11:59:40 #
Photoshop CC subscribe for $9.98 a month. They provide you with Versatility that is only limited by your imagination. Don’t go with something cheap it will clog up your head
May 15, 2020 12:00:32 #
JFCoupe
Loc: Kent, Washington
Good input.
I started out using PSE 6 and then PSE 11 and then moved to LR and PS. It was a pretty easy transition plus using training materials and You Tube videos.
I started out using PSE 6 and then PSE 11 and then moved to LR and PS. It was a pretty easy transition plus using training materials and You Tube videos.
May 15, 2020 13:14:39 #
bleirer wrote:
Photoshop Elements is a good all around program at... (show quote)
Basically agree. I have yet to exhaust it's capabilities after over 10 years of using it. You don't need to update it every new version. I have yet to update from 15.
May 15, 2020 13:55:13 #
As another hobbyist, I think the suggestion of using the trials and reading up is good. Everyone has their favorites, but you want to know hy they like a particular tool. Bear in mind that if you try too many different applications, it can get a bit confusing.
My main recommendation is that once you settle on an application, or in the case of Adobe a combination of apps, don't look back. All the tools suggested work if you work them. So make your decision then make it right by learning the software and using it.
My main recommendation is that once you settle on an application, or in the case of Adobe a combination of apps, don't look back. All the tools suggested work if you work them. So make your decision then make it right by learning the software and using it.
May 15, 2020 14:00:36 #
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