25 Topaz Texture Effects Examples

On January 24th, 2016 I wrote an introduction article on Topaz Texture Effects. Last night I downloaded the trial version of Topaz Texture Effects to see how the program runs on my system. Although its a trial version, its a full version with access … [Read more...]

An Introduction to Topaz Texture Effects

Have you ever wondered how to add that textured effect to image. Maybe you want that grunge look or maybe add a dreamy texture effect to personal an important image in your life? There several different ways to do it. You can add those effects … [Read more...]

Black Friday & Cyber Monday 2015 Discount Deals for WordPress, Design Resources, and Photographers

Its once again that time a year where every retailer around the United States (other country’s retailers take advantage as well) discount their products for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. This year I have decided to take advantage of the discount … [Read more...]

HooToo TripMate Elite Versatile Wireless N Travel Router, Access Point, 6000mAh External Battery Pack Dual USB Charger

Do you like to travel? Maybe for fun or for business? Do you carry a lot of tech gear on your travels? Do you have a lot of devices that need internet access but only have one device with internet? If so, I have found a tool that can make your … [Read more...]

GateKeeper Automatically Locks Your Computer When You Walk Away

Security is always a concern when it comes to our computers. Company policies require you lock your computer in the office and out of the office. But a lot of people have a hard time remembering to lock their computers when they to the break room or … [Read more...]

The Hewitt House – Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2003 & 2006 Movie Remakes

This creepy plantation house is the house used in the Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2003 & 2006 movies and its located in Granger, Texas. The Hewitt House - Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2003 & 2006 Plantation House Originally this once beautiful … [Read more...]

Automatic: Your Car and Smartphone, Connected

As a consultant, travel photographer, or on vacation I may end up spending a lot of time in the car, and that ends up costing money. I will be the first to admit that it gets great gas mileage when I keep my foot off the gas. Wouldn’t it be great if … [Read more...]

Introducing the New Olloclip Macro 3-in-1 lens for iPhone 5/5s

Yesterday I read an article on Engadget about the Olloclip Macro 3-in-1 lens for iPhone. Olloclip has been offering iPhone lens attachments for several years. In the past, they have offered Macro lens attachments in the past (still do). The original … [Read more...]

Sony a7R (Alpha 7R) and Sony 24.3 MP a7K (Alpha 7 ILCE-7K/B) – Now Available for Purchase

As of December 1st, you can now purchase both the Sony a7R (Alpha 7R) and Sony 24.3 MP a7K  with 28 – 70mm lens kit. Sony boasts that no other full framed, interchangeable-lens camera is light or portable as these two great looking cameras. Sony … [Read more...]

Adobe Lightroom 5 is Available for Download

On June 9th, 2013 Adobe announced that Adobe Lightroom 5 was available for download as a standalone license and part of the Creative Cloud. You can purchase your upgrades and Creative Cloud Member plans from Adobe.com. The full version will retail … [Read more...]