Announcing LightSource – lighting and photography podcast

We are very pleased to announce a new feature for StudioLighting.net called “LightSource”. LightSource is our official lighting and photography podcast designed to introduce photographers to portrait and studio lighting techniques and equipment. StudioLighting.net publisher Bill Crawford and exclusive IStockPhoto.com photographer and inspector Ed Hidden will be covering industry news, providing photography tips, discussing lighting …

New version of Adobe Camera RAW plug-in for Photoshop CS2

Adobe announced version 3.2 of its Camera Raw plug-in for Photoshop CS2. This update adds support for 13 digital cameras and digital backs RAW image formats. Photoshop CS2 users can download this plug-in for free from Adobe.com. Below is a list of newly supported cameras: * Nikon D2Hs * Nikon D70s * Nikon D50 * …

Adobe announces Photoshop Elements version 4.0

From the press release: Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0, a new version of Adobe’s No. 1 selling consumer photo editing software, adds powerful and intuitive ways to organize, edit and share photos. Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0 delivers more editing power with the new Magic Selection Brush that allows consumers to select specific parts of photos for …

Microsoft releases a photo sharing application

Microsoft has released a free photo sharing application for Windows users called Codename MAX. “Max lets you make lists of your photos and turn them into beautiful slide shows to share with your family and friends” The application helps you store and archive your photos, share them online as well as generate slideshows. Visit Microsoft …

Sinar Bron Announces new 2 Ringflash Lamps

Sinar Bron Imaging Announces Two New Ringflash Lamps to work with their Para line of light modifiers. The first ringflash in the industry to have a modeling light, the new Broncolor Ringflash P features a matching holder which allows the lamp to swivel. In comparison to a large area lamp, the light stays constantly brilliant …