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These images show the result of using this technique to merge two RAW conversions.
Tips on File and Folder Naming
I can find my images faster when I name files and folders intelligently. First, I name
my folders with a name such as 070630-timesSquare. The date--June 30, 2007--comes first in
a format that causes all the folders to list in chronological order. The descriptive
label--timesSquare--identifies the subject. If the folder contains a great number of
images, then I will often sort them into two subfolders: best and outs.
Choosing a Color Space
When discussing color management, we are entering controversial, even religious,
territory--but I can share some consensus I have found. There are two main choices: sRGB
and Adobe RGB. sRGB was designed to match the colors available (the color gamut) of a
typical monitor. Most browsers display in sRGB, and if the original file is in the sRGB
color space, you will have no surprises when seeing images displayed on screen. However,
the sRGB color space is more limited than the Adobe RGB space, which was designed to
represent the colors available in a CMYK printing environment. Since many photographers
prefer shooting for the best print quality, Adobe RGB is the more common choice.
Efficient Keywording With iView Media Pro
Whether your goal is to compile comprehensive keywords for a stock submission or add
critical keywords that aid your ability to find images quickly, efficient keywording
is critical.
I create a keyword file where I put my most commonly used keywords with all their
synonyms. Each of these synonym lists is entered into the Vocabulary Editor of iView
Media Pro (now Microsoft Expression Media). Then, when I enter the first keyword, iView
fills in the rest of the synonym list automatically. Also, iView Media Pro allows you
to keyword multiple images at the same time for even greater efficiency.
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