Using Nik Plug-ins with Capture NX 2
As much as I like using Nikon’s Capture NX 2 image editing software for processing my NEF files, I also really like using Nik Software’s plug-ins. Currently, only Color Efex Pro 3 works natively...
View ArticleMaster the Art of Sharpening in Capture NX 2
Photographer Jason P. Odell announces the immediate release of a new training video, Sharpening Techniques for Capture NX 2.
View ArticleChoosing a RAW converter– My Karma ran over your Dogma
If you're basing your software choice on dogmatic statements about image quality, you've got some reconsidering to do.
View ArticleColor Efex Pro 4 for Portraits
Ok, so I’m not a glamour/fashion photographer. In fact, the only member of my household that even comes close to posing for me is our golden retriever, Otter. So when I play around with effects and...
View ArticleNikon Capture NX-D: The end of Capture NX as we know it
Along with the Nikon D4s announcement, Nikon yesterday also announced a long-awaited upgrade to Capture NX2. Called Capture NX-D, this Nikon RAW converter is being offered for download while in beta...
View ArticleUnderstanding USM in Capture NX
The Unsharp Mask (USM) tool in Capture NX 2 is a source of confusion for many people who are familiar with sharpening in Photoshop. The post Understanding USM in Capture NX appeared first on Jason P....
View ArticleShould you turn in-camera sharpening off when processing NEFs?
There seems to be a bit of contention out there as to whether NEF shooters should disable in-camera sharpening in Capture NX when they process their images. The post Should you turn in-camera...
View ArticleLearn Capture NX 2 from the comfort of your home
Just a reminder that I still have spaces available for a four-hour Capture NX2 editing workshop on June 20th. The workshops earlier in the year all sold out, so here’s your chance to get some Capture...
View ArticleNikon Capture NX2 Update: 2.2.2
Nikon has released Capture NX2 version 2.2.2. It includes support for the D3000 and D300s NEF files, as well as bug fixes. To get the update from the Nikon USA site, click here. The post Nikon Capture...
View ArticleOctober Workshops with Jason Odell: Silver Efex Pro; Capture NX2
Luminescence of Nature Photography is pleased to announce its October training webinar series with photographer and author Jason P. Odell, Ph.D. Participants will be able to view Jason’s computer...
View ArticleHeading to the Rockies; Follow me on Twitter
Here’s a quick update of what I’m up to this week. In case you missed it, I’m leading a workshop with Rick Walker to Rocky Mountain National Park starting tomorrow. I’m getting ready for fur days of...
View ArticleUsing Color Control Points to Emphasize Subjects
Some people assume that the Control Point technology found in Capture NX2 and Nik Viveza is something you use to make radical image adjustments, like changing the color of a sky. Not so. In fact,...
View ArticleAnnouncing Capture NX2 Online Courses
I’m pleased to offer a slate of spring online training courses for Capture NX2. In addition to my advanced Capture NX2 Editing course, I’m now also offering a new course called “The NEF-Centric...
View ArticleMeet me in Connecticut for workshops and seminars!
I’ve been invited to visit Connecticut this September to present a series of digital photography seminars and workshops. Thanks to the fine folks at Milford Photo, I’ll be traveling to present three...
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