Monday, May 18, 2020

Want to check out how to improve your layer effects and styles in Photoshop?



Want to check out how to improve your layer effects and styles in Photoshop? Then this is it for you, with 10 tips, Julieanne teaches you how . For more in-depth tutorials, training, techniques, and shortcuts for working with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, check out Julieanne’s blog at https://blogs.adobe.com/jkost
From Adobe Youtube Channel

Thursday, May 14, 2020

Tamron Announces Issues With 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD and 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD Lenses, SONY E-Mount



Notice about 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056) Operation
 
Dear Tamron product users and potential purchasers. Thank you for your interest in Tamron products.
 
We would like to announce that we found some issues with our new lens, 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056) for SONY mirrorless cameras, which will be released on May 14, 2020.
 
Symptom
 
  • A malfunction of Inner body image stabilizer occurs when used at about 70-85mm focal length and at more than 5.5m of object distance.
Applicable camera models: a7 II
 
Please turn the inner body image stabilizer function “OFF” when you use this lens at less than an 85mm focal length.
 
  • When you use flashes, there is a delay from the time the shutter button is pressed to the time the shutter and the flash release.

Applicable camera models: a7, a7 II, a7R, a7R II, a7S, a7S II, a5000, a5100, a6000 a6300, a6500, NEX-3N, NEX-5R, NEX-5T, NEX-7, NEX-F3, NEX-6
 
We are currently working on the cause of the error and expect this to be solved with a firmware update. Early June is the target date for the release of the firmware update.
 
Regarding the firmware updating process, please be assured that the process is accomplished directly through the SONY camera and supported by the Sony firmware updating function. As soon as the process is finalized, we will explain the process in detail on our website.
 
We sincerely apologize to all users and potential purchasers for any inconvenience this issue may cause.
 

Notice about 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046) Operation
 
Dear Tamron product users and potential purchasers.
 
Thank you for your interest in Tamron products.
 
We would like to announce that we found an issue with our 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046) for SONY mirrorless cameras.
 
Symptom
 
  • When you use flashes, there is a delay from the time the shutter button is pressed to the time the shutter and the flash release.
Applicable camera models: a7, a7 II, a7R, a7R II, a7S, a7SII, a5000, a5100, a6000, a6300, a6500, NEX-3N, NEX-5R, NEX-5T, NEX-7, NEX-F3, NEX-6
 
We are currently working on the cause of the error and for the solution to this matter. We expect this issue to be resolved very shortly and we will release a firmware update at that time.
 
Regarding the firmware updating process, please be assured that the process is accomplished directly through the SONY camera and supported by the Sony firmware updating function. As soon as the process is finalized, we will explain the process in detail on our website.
 
We sincerely apologize to all users and potential purchasers for any inconvenience this issue may cause.

Notice about 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056) Operation
Notice about 17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A046) Operation

Nikon posts an impairment loss of 5.7 billion yen (About $53 Million) for the fixed assets held by Imaging Product Business.


Nikon Releases Notice Regarding Recognition of Extraordinary Losses and Reversal of Deferred Tax Assets


From Nikon on May 12, 2020:

NIKON CORPORATION (hereinafter “the Company”) expects to post extraordinary losses and to reverse a part of deferred tax assets in its non-consolidated financial statements, which are prepared in accordance with Japanese GAAP, for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020.

Using the future plan that reflects the impact and more caused by the spread of COVID-19 to business activities, the Company has assessed an indication that fixed assets may be impaired, performed valuation of financial assets, and examined the recoverability of deferred tax assets.

As a result, the Company has decided to post an impairment loss of 5.7 billion yen for the fixed assets held by Imaging Product Business. And for Nikon Metrology NV, the Company’s consolidated subsidiary, a loss on valuation of the investments in subsidiaries and affiliates and provision for loss on business of subsidiaries and affiliates will be recognized 6.7 billion yen and 9.2 billion yen, respectively. The Company has also decided to reverse a part of deferred tax assets and post deferred tax expenses of 20.6 billion yen. However, the losses associated with the subsidiary mentioned above will have no impact on the consolidated financial results, as those losses will be eliminated in the consolidated financial statements.

Nikon PR (PDF)

Thursday, May 7, 2020

Duplicating Graphics, Effortlessly in Photoshop


A new #PHOMO episode Paul Trani teaches a little known step-and-repeat trick, duplicating graphics, effortlessly in Photoshop. From Adobe YT channel


Thursday, March 26, 2020

Nintendo Introduced Direct Mini today, a surprise

A new Nintendo Direct Mini is here! Watch now to see more than 25 minutes of news on a selection of Nintendo Switch games coming this year. 
00:23 - Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition
04:26 - 2K Games 
06:09 - MARVEL ULTIMATE ALLIANCE 3: The Black Order 
07:20 - Shinsekai: Into the Depths 
08:23 - Animal Crossing: New Horizons 
09:44 - Good Job! 
10:48 - Catherine: Full Body 
11:43 - Ring Fit Adventure 
13:13 - King's Bounty II 
14:10 - Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 
14:47 - ARMS 
15:24 - BRAVELY DEFAULT II 
19:42 - Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics 
21:33 - Ninjala 
22:47 - Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy 
23:14 - Panzer Dragoon: Remake 
23:40 - What's Coming to Nintendo Switch? 
25:15 - Pokémon Sword Expansion Pass and Pokémon Shield Expansion Pass 

 Please note, while the presentation mentions a "Ver.1.1.0 Update" for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, you will need to connect to the internet and download the latest update data on April 1st to enjoy the Bunny Day event. Here is how to upgrade



Sunday, March 22, 2020

Professional Photographers of America (PPA) Offering Free Access To Online Classes

If you are looking to while away your time during these hard time, Perhaps it is better invest your time to learn something, Photography. PPA is offering more than 1100 opportunities.


Professional Photographers of America (PPA) Provides Free Access to Over 1,100 Online Classes

From PPA:

Unlock all of PPA's Education

Make the most of your downtime; over the next few weeks we are unlocking all of our education.

Times are tough - we need to be at our best. More kindness. More patience. More giving. And we at PPA want to pitch in to make things a little easier. What better way to spend your time at home than preparing your business for when things kick back into high gear?

That’s why PPA is opening ALL of our online education to ALL photographers and small business owners worldwide for the next two weeks.

All you need to do is create a free account to access over 1,100+ online classes. If you already have a PPA account, login to access all of PPA's education.

Thursday, March 19, 2020

Paris Museum Collections Releases Images of 100,000 Artworks For Public Use

Eugene Atget
Paris Musées is a public entity that oversees the 14 municipal museums of Paris, including the Musée d’Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris, Petit Palais, and the Catacombs. Users can download a file that contains a high definition (300 DPI) image, a document with details about the selected work, and a guide of best practices for using and citing the sources of the image.
“Making this data available guarantees that our digital files can be freely accessed and reused by anyone or everyone, without any technical, legal or financial restraints, whether for commercial use or not,” reads a press release shared by Paris Musées.

Paris Art Deluge

Thursday, March 12, 2020

CoronaVirus Takes NABShow 2020 Las Vegas Away

The yearly even NABShow 2020 Las Vegas has been cancelled due to CoronaVirus, COVID-19 developments.

April's NAB Show Has Been Canceled Due to COVID-19 Concerns

From NAB:
 
March 11, 2020
 
Dear NAB Show community,
 
As you know, we have been carefully monitoring coronavirus developments both domestically and globally over the past few weeks.
 
In the interest of addressing the health and safety concerns of our stakeholders and in consultation with partners throughout the media and entertainment industry, we have decided not to move forward with NAB Show in April. We are currently considering a number of potential alternatives to create the best possible experience for our community.
 
This was not an easy decision. Fortunately, we did not have to make this decision alone, and are grateful to our NAB Show community for engaging with us as we grappled with the rapidly-evolving situation. This Show is as much yours as it is ours, and it is important to us that we move forward together.
 
For nearly 100 years, NAB Show has provided superior value and the best possible experience for exhibitors and attendees. We knew that if we could not deliver on those expectations, we would not move forward. More importantly, keeping the community safe and healthy is NAB’s highest priority; therefore, we are deferring to the developing consensus from public health authorities on the challenges posed by coronavirus.
 
We are still weighing the best potential path forward, and we ask you for your patience as we do so. We are committed to exploring all possible alternatives so that we can provide a productive setting where the industry can engage with the latest technology, hear from industry thought leaders and make the game-changing connections that drive our industry forward.
 
I want to stress that despite our disappointment at how this year’s Show has been impacted by global public health concerns, we are more excited than ever about the future of NAB Show and our relationship with you.
 
We are grateful for each and every member of our Show community. It is your passion for the industry that makes NAB Show a success year after year, and it is that same passion that will drive us into the future as we look ahead to new possibilities later this year and beyond.
 
Sincerely,
Gordon H. Smith
President and CEO

Wednesday, March 11, 2020

Windfall Geotek, Draganfly to work on an AI based Drone system for Landmine Detection

Windfall Geotek (TSX-V: WIN) is the leader in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced knowledge-extraction techniques has entered in to a letter of intent to develop an AI driven UAS system to detect landmines in the defense, humanitarian, and other sectors the services are in demand.
“We are extremely excited to be working with Draganfly to help enhance our core product offering. AI and machine learning together can transform how mining exploration is done. When you add to it Draganfly’s engineering expertise, their industry-leading products and technology we feel the possibilities in mining, oil and gas and military applications are endless,” said Dinesh Kandanchatha, Chairman of Windfall Geotek.“Windfall Geotek has been in business for over 15 years and their leadership has a proven track record. We are excited to be working with their team on a commercialization strategy that uses Draganfly drones, technology and expertise.” said Cameron Chell, CEO of Draganfly.

      Windfall Geotek Selects Draganfly to Develop Drone Based Solution for Landmine Detection
Vancouver, British Columbia, March 10, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Draganfly Inc. (CSE: DFLY) (OTCQB: DFLYF) (FSE: 3U8) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an award-winning, industry-leading manufacturer within the commercial Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (“UAV”), Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (“RPAS”), and unmanned vehicle sector, today announced they have been selected by Windfall Geotek (TSX-V: WIN) and have entered into a letter of intent with Windfall Geotek (the “LOI”), to help develop an Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) driven unmanned aerial systems (“UAS”) solution for landmine detection in the defense, humanitarian, and other sectors which the companies have expertise in.
Windfall Geotek has been a data services company and a leader in the use of AI and advanced knowledge-extraction techniques since 2005. The terms of the LOI include Windfall Geotek contracting Draganfly to conduct research, development and engineering support of hardware that can interface with Windfall’s AI software.
The purpose of the LOI is to further commercialize Windfall Geotek’s AI driven solution for the detection and elimination of Land Mines, Unexploded Ordinance, and Improvised Explosive devices via the use of UAS. Governments and Non-profits allocated nearly US$700 million in combined international and national support for mine action in 2018 and the economic impact of landmines is estimated at $100 billion1. The closing of the transaction is subject to the parties achieving certain milestones prior to closing.
“We are extremely excited to be working with Draganfly to help enhance our core product offering. AI and machine learning together can transform how mining exploration is done. When you add to it Draganfly’s engineering expertise, their industry-leading products and technology we feel the possibilities in mining, oil and gas and military applications are endless,” said Dinesh Kandanchatha, Chairman of Windfall Geotek.“Windfall Geotek has been in business for over 15 years and their leadership has a proven track record. We are excited to be working with their team on a commercialization strategy that uses Draganfly drones, technology and expertise.” said Cameron Chell, CEO of Draganfly.About Windfall GeotekWindfall Geotek (TSX-V: WIN) is the leader in the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced knowledge-extraction techniques since 2005 in the mining sector. Windfall Geotek can count on a multidisciplinary team that includes professionals in geophysics, geology, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and mathematics. The Company's objective is to develop a new royalty stream by significantly enhancing and participating in the exploration success rate of mining.
About DraganflyDraganfly Inc. (CSE: DFLY; OTCQB: DFLYF; FSE: 3U8) is the creator of quality, cutting-edge, UVS and software that revolutionizes the way people do business. Recognized as being at the forefront of technology for over 21 years, Draganfly is an award-winning, industry-leading manufacturer within the commercial UAV and UVS space, serving the public safety, agriculture, industrial inspections and mapping and surveying markets. Draganfly is a company driven by passion, ingenuity and the need to provide efficient solutions and first-class services to its customers around the world with the goal of saving time, money and lives.
For more information on Draganfly, please visit us at www.draganfly.com.
For additional investor information, visit https://www.thecse.com/en/listings/technology/draganfly-inchttps://www.otcmarkets.com/stock/DFLYF/overview or https://www.boerse-frankfurt.de/aktie/draganfly-inc.
1 Landmine Monitor 2019- http://www.the-monitor.org/en-gb/reports/2019/landmine-monitor-2019.aspxMedia ContactArian Hopkins
email: arian@businessinstincts.comCompany ContactPhone: 1-306-955-9907
Email: info@draganfly.com


Tuesday, March 10, 2020

Possible DJI Mavic Air 2 photos leaked!

The photos of much awaited and delayed DJI Mavic Air 2 were leaked by the DJI source OsitaLV on Twitter. The DJI Mavic Air was released in January of 2018 in drone terms is overdue for a replacement.
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The design, colors, and materials used very closely resemble the DJI Mavic 2 series. But the photos emit the feeling of cheap plastic.
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We can see a number of sensors and are in line with DJI Mavic 2 series. There is a LED light, the dual vision system, infrared sensing system and the Bottom Auxiliary Light assist. All seem to have been carried over from the DJI Mavic 2 series.
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The controller is way different from the previous DJI Mavic Air controller. The controller looks like the DJI Smart Controller but the screen. We can see a switch for tripod, normal and sport mode, return home button, function button, an on/off switch, a video/photo button and four battery status indicator lights on the remote controller.
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Sunday, March 8, 2020

Understanding Collections, In Adobe Lightroom Classic


Mark Wallace explains how and why you should be using collections in Adobe Lightroom Classic. Mark demonstrates how to create normal collections, smart collections, and how to set your target collection. You'll learn how to use collections to publish your photos and sync them with Lightroom. Adorama.tv Presentation Understanding Collections, In Adobe Lightroom Classic

Saturday, March 7, 2020

Tokina celebrates the 70th anniversary of Tokina with brand new Tokina 2020 line-up

Tokina 2020 Lens Development Announcement
Mar 6, 2020
 
This year we celebrate the 70th anniversary of Tokina brand. In May, 1950 Tokyo Koki Manufacturing company (President, Mr. Denkichi KAWAGUCHI) was established in Shinjuku District, Tokyo as an optical products manufacturer and started designing and manufacturing Tokina brand lenses. During this long period Tokina has left a great legacy behind.
 
We are happy to introduce you our new Tokina 2020 line-up, which was originally planned to be presented at the biggest annual Asian Camera and Imaging photo show CP+2020 (Yokohama, Japan). Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, the show was canceled.

We couldn't accept the loss of this great chance. Therefore, in commemoration of the 70th anniversary, we officially announce Tokina new lens line-up which we intend to release in 2020 year.
Note: The product images are tentative. Design may be changed without preliminary notification.
Tokina
 

Friday, February 28, 2020

Golden Gate National Recreation Area Is The Most popular National Park Service Site Among 419 Total sites


01 Most popular national park sites 2020_Golden Gate

1. Golden Gate National Recreation Area (CA):15 million visits
2. Blue Ridge Parkway (NC/VA): 14.9 million visits
3. Great Smoky Mountains National Park (NC/TN): 12.5 million visits
4. Gateway National Recreation Area (NY/NJ): 9.4 million visits
5. Lincoln Memorial (DC): 7.8 million visits
6. George Washington Memorial Parkway 7.5 million visits
7. Lake Mead National Recreation Area (AZ/NV): 7.5 million visits
8. Natchez Trace Parkway (AL/MS/TN): 6.3 million visits
9. Grand Canyon National Park (AZ): 5.97 million visits
10. Gulf Islands National Seashore (FL/MS) 5.6 million visits
Read more and find out what is the most popular National Park at CNN Travel

Thursday, February 27, 2020

Kr00k: How KRACKing Amazon Echo Exposed a Billion+ Vulnerable WiFi Devices



Initially discovering that some Amazon Echoes and Kindles were vulnerable to attacks against WPA2 (KRACK), researchers at ESET then found that a related attack, which could enable adversaries to decrypt wireless network packets, affects WiFi chipsets used in over a billion devices including some by Apple, Google, and Samsung.
The vulnerability, dubbed Kr00k by researchers, affects devices with Wi-Fi chips by Broadcom and Cypress—used in a vast range of devices with wireless internet, including Apple, Google, and Samsung phones. But security updates have already been deployed to fix the issue, so the best advice is to make sure your computers, phones, and all internet-connected devices have the latest software and firmware.

Read more at MIT, and or RSA Conference


Saturday, February 22, 2020

How to Shoot Cinematic Product Videos Like Apple or Any.


Syrp (some of the products that we use) is introducing how to do a great product photography and or a video. You don't need to have the same products that Syrp used, substitute when needed.




From the Syrp YouTube Channel:
 
In the past years, not only have smartphone video capabilities got a lot better, but the way these companies communicate and showcase their products to us has also improved hugely, creating this immediate feeling of “I want that” as soon as you watch one of their ads.
 
They figured out how to make that emotional connection between the product and you, the consumer. The fear of missing out is a powerful force that all smartphone brands leverage over and over again. But there’s one brand in particular that does it especially well: Apple.
 
Their marketing campaigns keep getting better and same goes for their storytelling. But there’s something impressively unique about their product shots. They always capture beautifully clean, crisp images and then take it to a whole new level by adding motion. In this video, we replicate from beginning to end three of the most popular product shots used in Apple commercials so you can do the same: the hero shot, the detail shot, and the context shot.

Monday, February 17, 2020

THE CANON's New Flagship EOS-1D X MARK III WILL BREAK DOWN IN 8:40:48 HOURS, According to The Specs



The latest Canon EOS-1DX Mark III is a well endowed camera among other fantastic capabilities. Yet today's focus is on one of those capabilities. The camera is capable of doing 16 fps while the buffer  holds 1000 shots. That means the buffer can hold 62.5 seconds of shooting!
But like any Canon camera, or for that matter, any camera rates their shutter mechanism by the number of shots it can take, before ......fill in the blanks.....
And the EOS-1D X Mark III shutter mechanism has that set for 500,000 shots. So when you bring all together and compute, one could easily reach the barrier by filling the buffer for 500 times (500,000/1000 = 500). Since the buffer filling takes 62.5 seconds, this gives gets une 31,250 seconds: 62,5*500=31,250.  31,250 seconds are 520.83 minutes are 8 hours 40 minutes and 48 seconds. That is when you might have to sent the camera for service :)

Sunday, February 16, 2020

Novel coronavirus (COVID-19) Leads To Cancellation of CP+ (Camera and Photo Imaging Show) 2020, Yokohama

CP+ 2020

From Camera & Imaging Products Association:
 
February 14, 2020
 
Cancellation of CP+ (Camera and Photo Imaging Show) 2020
 
Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA; President: Masaya Maeda) here announces the cancellation of CP+2020. Given there is no effective treatment or containment measures to deal with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), we have chosen to cancel CP+2020 because we put top priority on the health and safety of visitors and exhibitors. The event was originally scheduled to be held over 4 days at PACIFICO Yokohama from February 27.
 
CP+ is a trade show for consumers. The main feature of this show is that visitors can actually handle the newest camera and related equipment to get a feel for how they operate. The event attracts around 70,000 unspecified visitors and therefore we cannot completely eliminate the risk of infection. The CIPA believes it is important to avoid such risk at all cost. While it is truly regrettable, we have decided to cancel this year’s show. We ask for your cooperation and understanding concerning this matter.

For  inquiries  regarding  this  press  release,  contact  the  CIPA  CP+  Operation  Committee  at  the  following e-mail address: cp_plus@cipa.jp 
Camera & Imaging Products Association MA 
Shibaura Building 3F, 3-8-10. 
Shibaura, Minato-ku, 
Tokyo, 108-0023 Japan


Thursday, February 13, 2020

Canon Updates The Rest of The Canon DSLRs With New Security Updates (Firmware)

Canon EOS M100
Got yourself a Canon camera? if it is any of the following, Canon USA has made security firmware updates available for the following 10 cameras:
  • EOS M10
  • EOS M100
  • EOS M3
  • EOS M5
  • EOS M6
  • EOS Rebel SL2
  • EOS Rebel T6
  • EOS Rebel T6i
  • EOS Rebel T7
  • EOS Rebel T7i
Go get the updates if you are concerned about security. So far only the PowerShot G5X Mark II remains on the TBD list for the security update. Canon updated big boys earlier.

Your Code Is In The North Pole!, The GitHub Arctic Code Vault

If you are a developer, I am sure you are on the Github, for your development needs. Even if you are not, it is possible that you visited the site, to grab a project or search for some open source code for your own project. I, for one, have a several projects on the Github. SafeMapper, Guardocs, AirPosse, to name a few
Either way I just want to share that your code or the piece of code that you grabbed, will be preserved for a very long time, in the Arctic World Archive (AWA), a very-long-term archival facility 250 meters deep in the permafrost of an Arctic mountain in the Svalbard archipelago. That is very close to the North Pole! If you are interested in the GitHub Arctic Code Vault, and the other archival projects GitHub is working on, visit https://archiveprogram.github.com/




The GitHub Arctic Code Vault is a data repository preserved in the Arctic World Archive (AWA), a very-long-term archival facility 250 meters deep in the permafrost of an Arctic mountain. The archive is located in a decommissioned coal mine in the Svalbard archipelago, closer to the North Pole than the Arctic Circle. GitHub will capture a snapshot of every active public repository on 02/02/2020 and preserve that data in the Arctic Code Vault.

Wednesday, February 12, 2020

A Flint-area judge Joseph Farah, ordered the Genesee County Parks & Recreation Commission to end its ban on drones in county parks

Drone Task Force assists firefighters in fighting welding fire
GENESEE COUNTY, MI -- A Flint-area judge has ordered the Genesee County Parks & Recreation Commission to end its ban on the possession or use of drones in county parks, a ruling that the Michigan Coalition of Drone Operators is describing as precedent-setting and the first of its kind in the state.
Circuit court Judge Joseph Farah granted an injunction Monday, Feb. 10, forbidding enforcement of the county’s drone ordinance, a ruling tied to a lawsuit filed by the operators group in 2019.
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Want to check out how to improve your layer effects and styles in Photoshop?

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