Robert Herb Photography Blog

Adobe Lightroom is a powerful tool for photographers and editors, allowing for seamless photo management and editing. However, mastering Lightroom’s extensive capabilities can be time-consuming. This is where keyboard shortcuts come into play. They are not just a convenience; they are essential for streamlining workflows, improving efficiency, and enhancing the overall editing experience. In this blog, I’ll explore the importance of keyboard shortcuts in Lightroom and provide a brief overview of some key shortcuts and their functions. Keep in mind this is just an abbreviated list of keyboard shortcuts, but these are the ones I use most offten. Why Keyboard Shortcuts Matter Efficiency and Speed: Keyboard shortcuts play a crucial role in reducing the time required to complete tasks. Instead of navigating through menus, a simple keystroke can execute a command instantly. This efficiency is especially advantageous when working with large batches of photos. For exa...

When looking for information and assistance with underwater photography/video or upgrading/expanding your photography equipment, it's important to seek advice from reliable sources. Instead of relying solely on the recommendations of a single individual or business, it's best to consult with multiple experts to ensure you're getting unbiased guidance. One of the most valuable resources is an experienced underwater photographer whose work you admire and wish to emulate. Keep in mind that underwater photography encompasses various styles and environments, such as wide-angle, macro, wrecks, color, black and white, silhouettes, freshwater, saltwater, warm water, cold water, currents, rivers, and caverns. Therefore, it's essential to consider your specific interests and preferences when seeking advice in this field. Below are some great resources that I believe can be of great help to you when it comes time to seek answers to your underwater photography/video journey. Are yo...

  Introduction: Taking great photos underwater can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. It requires specialized equipment and careful maintenance. Whether you're using a big system with an SLR or mirrorless camera, a medium system like SeaLife, Olympus, or compact cameras, or even a cellphone in housing, it's important to take proper care of your gear to ensure it lasts and performs well. In this guide, you'll find essential tips for maintaining and safeguarding your underwater camera, housing, strobes, lights, strobe arms, and cables, tailored to different system sizes. Large Systems (SLRs & Mirrorless) 1. Housing Maintenance Post-Dive Rinse: Immediately after each dive, rinse the housing thoroughly with fresh water to remove salt and debris. Pay special attention to buttons and O-rings. Soaking: Soak the housing in fresh water for at least 15 minutes after every dive trip. This helps dissolve salt cr...

Here's a newly created image using DALLE. As an Underwater Photography Hobbyist/Enthusiast, you may want to enhance your photos using post-processing tools. However, with so many options available, you may find it challenging to decide which tool to use and why. Each post-processing tool has its own unique features that cater to the specific needs of its users. In this regard, I would like to share 20+ reasons why I prefer using Adobe Lightroom and how each of its functions helps me in my photographic journey. These reasons, along with many more features of Adobe Lightroom, have inspired me to develop online courses for hobbyists/enthusiasts who wish to learn how post-processing can enhance their photos and help them achieve their photographic goals. Introduction Underwater photography is a fascinating and rewarding endeavor that requires a combination of skill, patience, and determination. The process of capturing the otherworldly beauty that lies beneath the surface of the water ...