Tag Archives: NiK Software

Nik Software – A New Bundle and Huge Price Drop

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Brett Cox

Yesterday I received notice from Nik Software, who was recently acquired Google, that they were now bundling all of their professional photography plug-ins and dropping the price to $150.  Shocked doesn’t even begin to explain the emotion that I felt. … Continue reading →

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The Story Behind the Music

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Brett Cox

When I first fell in love with photography I shot just about everything I could think of, except people.  I’m sure mostly because it’s a bit intimidating.  I know if someone who I don’t know raises a camera at me … Continue reading →

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A Day with Super Heroes – All-Con 2013

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Brett Cox

What sounds more fun than spending a day with cosplayers?  Exactly, not much.  And with a Con like All-Con there was no shortage in variety.  From the moment we arrived we were surrounded by Dr. Who, Storm Troopers, Derby Girls, … Continue reading →

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Sherwood Forest Faire – A Day with the Faeries

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Brett Cox

Well, we finally made it to the Sherwood Forest Faire.  One wouldn’t think it would be that great of a feat being that it’s only about a three hour drive for me.  But alas,  my children often dictate my schedule … Continue reading →

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A Rainy New Orleans

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Brett Cox

After my grandfathers memorial my wife and I decided to head to New Orleans and share some culture with our children.  Maybe too much culture for the thirteen year old in the course of a day.  But none the less, … Continue reading →

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Belay On

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Brett Cox

While camping with the kids this last weekend I took advantage of being at one of the closest rock climbing areas to the Dallas / Fort Worth area and made sure to bring my camera.  Being a rather mild winter … Continue reading →

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The Stars at Night – Are Big and Bright

Posted on February 7, 2013 by Brett Cox

For weeks now my oldest daughter has been bugging me to go camping.  And every morning on our way to school I would say to her, “Don’t you think it’s a bit cold to sleep in this weather?”.  She claimed … Continue reading →

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Nik Software + OneOne Software = One Suite Life

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Brett Cox

If you haven’t heard the news yet, OnOne Software has an absolutely fantastic deal going on right now.  If you own one of Nik’s powerful Plug-in applications, you can pick up a copy of Perfect Photo Suite 7 for 50% … Continue reading →

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Photo Editing with Nik HDR Efex Pro 2.0

Posted on November 15, 2012 by Brett Cox

Most people don’t usually think about using an HDR program to edit their photos.  But sometimes they produce just the look you had in your minds eye with the least amount of work.  The photo below is a great portrait, … Continue reading →

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The Nightmare until Christmas

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Brett Cox

The Halloween season can easily provide me with more than enough images to edit and post for an entire year.  I love that there are just so many opportunities to shoot during this season.  And the fact that it happens … Continue reading →

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