Photoshop killers: Nine OS X alternatives to Photoshop — www.macworld.com — Readability

Photoshop killers: Nine OS X alternatives to Photoshop — www.macworld.com — Readability: "Now that Adobe has made Photoshop CC the linchpin of its Creative Cloud subscription strategy, photo enthusiasts are more than ever seeking alternatives to the engine that has driven the modern image-editing industry for more than 20 years.

Subscriptions to Photoshop via Creative Cloud cost $50 per month and are popular with a certain segment of Adobe users, mostly the cadre of commercial artists, graphic designers, Web developers, and photographers who use multiple apps for high-end professional work."

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Nine photo collage iOS apps that help you bridge the snap gap — www.macworld.com — Readability

Nine photo collage iOS apps that help you bridge the snap gap — www.macworld.com — Readability: "There are snapshots and photo albums, but it seems like there’s nothing in between—at least for still images. Except, that’s not true.

Collages are a great way to showcase a small group of photos that tell a story in a unique way. Instead of relying on a single iconic image or an album stuffed with similar photos to symbolize a complex thought or event, try a handful of images in a unique arrangement to deliver the big picture."

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How to Make a Portrait of a Stranger in 8 Easy Steps — digital-photography-school.com — Readability

How to Make a Portrait of a Stranger in 8 Easy Steps — digital-photography-school.com — Readability: "While you may be at ease shooting candid street photography, you may not feel quite as comfortable doing street portraits… Making a portrait of a stranger, is a very different approach which requires an interaction with your subject.

If you are a very social person who talks to strangers anywhere you go, like I do, taking the next step should not be too much of an issue. If, on the other hand, the thought of approaching a stranger terrifies you, keep reading."

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Selfie Photo Tips & Techniques — www.picturecorrect.com — Readability

Selfie Photo Tips & Techniques — www.picturecorrect.com — Readability: "Sometimes we don’t want others to know that we have taken a photo of ourselves. In these cases, it is nice to be able to discreetly take a self-portrait that looks professionally done. Whether you want a professional-looking photo for social media, professional sites, or personal use, it can be helpful to know a few hints for getting a self-portrait that looks like it was taken by someone else. That’s why I’ve compiled a few hints for you to use in order to get a fantastic self-portrait."

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