photoshopcafetvWelcome to PhotoshopCAFE TV.

People have been asking me for a while "Why don't you have a podcast?". The answer has always been time. With traveling to conferences, creating DVDs, writing books and updating the site, I didn't really think I had the time.

No more excuses. Welcome to PhotoshopCAFE TV. The nice folks at Adobe have given us our own channel on Adobe TV. Each week a new episode will be avaliable and I'll post a link right here.

Don't think it's going to stop here. This is just the start! Get ready for the PhotoshopCAFE podcast blitz! I'll keep ypu updated right here as we expand and grow. Our podcasts will be just like the rest of our training, no filler, all content!

Cross Process effect with Lightroom 2

For years, photographers have been creating cross processed effects with photos. It’s really easy to create this retro-looking effect in Light room 2.  Join Colin Smith as he walks you through the process (excuse the pun).

 

Change the Depth of Field in Photoshop CS3

Colin Smith experiments with the Lens Blur Filter. This technique will add believable depth of field to you images.Create dreamy backgrounds while keeping your main subject crisply in focus.



Import Photoshop Files to Flash CS3

Importing PSD’s into Flash used to be a real chore. Not anymore! Colin Smith walks you through importing native layered Photoshop Documents with ease. Learn the best practices while avoiding the pitfalls.

 

 

Instant Weight Loss with PhotoshopCS3

Easily change the shape of a body and lose pounds instantly. Colin Smith takes you on a Photoshop weight loss program without the hunger pangs and pain associated with traditional methods.


Understanding Masks in Flash CS3

In this episode, Colin Smith explains what masks are and shows you how to open up creative possibilities by leveraging their power. Animate an image inside text and create a funky border


Graduated Filter in Lightroom 2

A very popular technique for Landscape photographers is to use a graduated neutral density filter. This gives you powerful skies with a properly exposed foreground. Colin Smith shows you how to use the new Graduated filter in Lightroom 2 to achieve this powerful effect.

 

HDR Tone Mapping workflow with Photoshop and Photomatix

Once you have merged to HDR only half the work is done. The magic happens with Tone-Mapping. Lern how to use Photomatix Tone Mapping and Photoshop’s tools together for the best results.

Intro to High Dynamic Range (HDR)

What is HDR (High Dynamic Range) Photography? This episode will give you a high level overview of this wildly popular and misunderstood technique. Discover the creative possibilities of a full dynamic range.


Dual Monitors in Lightroom 2 Beta

Lightroom 2 beta has some fantastic multi-monitor support. Find out what you can do with this new power. Colin Smith shows you how to leverage both monitors and find a more efficient way of working.

 


Gritty Photo effect in PhotoshopCS3

Create the cool gritty effect with regular photographs using Photoshop CS3 and a little know-how. Colin Smith will walk you step by step through creating one of the most popular photo techniques of today.


Easily soften portraits without selections

Create the silky soft look of a dreamy photo in a few seconds. No selections, but a sneaky channel move makes a quick fix. Remove surface blemishes like acne in a few seconds. This is useful in a time jam.


Non-Destructive Dodge, Burn and saturation

Forget the Retouching tools, get the same (and better) results with some blend-mode magic. Find out where these tools come from historically (in the darkroom) and how to control the flow of the viewer’s eye.