Digital Imaging Sites Worth the Visit...

Software/Hardware

Adobe. The monster we can't live without. This huge site offers software, support, FAQs, discussion groups and more.

Apple. This is the operating system of choice for many photographers and digital imaging professionals. The stuff gets done, and it gets done right with minimal fuss.

Breeze Browser. Photo organizing software for Windows platforms only.

Canon produces high-quality photo printers.

Extensis Portfolio. This highly regarded photo organization program has been around for years.

EZ DigiMagic produces a portable digital storage device that lets you transfer files from your camera memory card to a CD without needing a computer.

Free Photoshop. A huge source of free downloads, links, demos and more.

Graphics Software. Independent source of many kinds of imaging software, freeware and otherwise.

iMicrosoft Expression Media. Formerly known as iView, this excellent software program, recently purchased by Microsoft, permits easy and intuitive cataloguing of images.

MaskPro is a highly regarded program that helps you mask difficult parts of your image, such as hair or smoke.

MicroSolutions makes a battery-powered card reader/CD burner, so you don't have to take your computer on the road. It also functions as a DVD player.

Monaco Systems. Probably the most popular calibration system on the market.

NewEgg (click on link below) is a vast source of techie products. I've used them with good results.

San Disk is a manufacturer of camera memory cards, portable memory "sticks" and more.

Wacom. This company makes elegant drawing tablets that make using Photoshop ever so much easier.

Plugins

Alien Skin. This respected company makes great plugins for huge photo enlargements, really difficult image fixes, and just plain fun stuff.

Andromeda Software. This long-established company offers dozens of plugins. Right now there's a great deal going with a bundled set that features Andromeda, Alien Skin, Digital Element and Nik Multimedia plugins.

Auto FX Software features elegant plugins and stand-alone software for visual applications.

Nik Software is an excellent source of high-quality plugins. The bundled set mentioned above is also available on this site.

Noise Ninja is considered the best software out there for reducing digital noise.

The Plugin Site has both free and for-purchase plugins, plus reviews, resources, discussion and more.

Support/Enrichment

Adobe Studio Exchange. Free (albeit homegrown) actions, plug-ins, brushes, and much more. Download them or upload your own creations.

CreativePro. Bruce Fraser, the highly regarded co-author of Real World Photoshop, is the force behind this excellent site, which features excerpts from his books, articles and more.

DC Views. This site features digital camera specs, tools, tutorials, forums and more.

Digital Dog. Produced by Andrew Rodney, this site has good information on Photoshop and color management.

Digital Photography Review. This huge site offers in-depth reviews of digital equipment, a buying guide, side-by-side comparisons, a glossary and much more. Be sure to check this site if you're buying a digital camera.

Dry Creek Photo. This site features extensive printer profiles and tutorials on color management.

El Dorado Camera Club. Residents of western El Dorado County will find great field trips, training, support and contests through this energetic group.

Epson Print Academy. An all-start cast shares their digital tips in this series of online training sessions that go far beyond just printing. The presentations are also scheduled in many cities throughout the U.S.

Fred Miranda. One of the best digital imaging resources on the Internet. Tutorials, reviews, downloadable software, profiles and much more.

GretagMacBeth offers color management solutions.

Lewis Kemper is a prolific Photoshop workshop instructor and high-end printer based in the Sacramento area. His nature images are internationally known.

Henry Wilhelm is regarded as one of the foremost experts on printer ink/paper permanence. His standards and tests are often quoted when evaluating papers and inks.

Microsoft.com/prophoto has lots of digital imaging resources, including tutorials.

PhotoKina. If you're looking for an excuse to visit Germany, attend Photokina, the largest photography show in the world.

Photoshop Brushes. Hundreds of brushes, borders and textures. Gorgeous!

Photoshop Cafe. A free resource of tips, tutorials, actions, books (for purchase) and more.

Photoshop Discussion List. Sponsored by Adobe, look here for hard to find answers on Photoshop. You must register.

Photoshop Roadmap includes many tutorials and downloads.

Photoshop Support. This independent site offers links, tutorials, free downloads and more.

Photoshop Tips and Tricks. Some cool tutorials.

Planet Photoshop. This site has all kinds of free tutorials, resources and seminars.

Retouch Pro is a huge site for anyone who do a lot of photo restoration work.

Rob Galbraith offers an in-depth site that features digital photography news, reviews, tutorials and discussion forums for professional photographers. Lots of cool stuff!

Team Photoshop. This site features user-to-user tutorials, actions, forums and more. Much of the site is web-oriented.

Tutorialized.com. This site has many free tutorials, some of them a bit off the wall, but check 'em out!

Processing/Books/Albums

Albums Inc. The motto of this company is "everything after the photography." A source of albums, mats, supplies and frames.

Amazon. I've put together a listing of handpicked photography books from this well known supplier. For a listing of hand-picked digital photography books at great prices from Amazon go here.

Kodak has probably been in the photo business longer than anyone. Now they're offering super cheap prints online, along with online storage, specialty items such as calendars, mugs and more. Kodak Gallery

Shutterfly. This e-commerce company specializes in digital photo products and services. Upload your files and you'll get the prints in the mail. Also take a look at their customized photo books, coffee mugs and more.

eCampus. Deeply discounted textbooks. Note: check to be sure you have the same ISBN number and also check shipping times.

Flora Albums. Geared to the professional market, this is a source for beautiful wedding albums and more.

Mpix. A favorite of many digital photographers, this source offers professional quality images from files that you upload to the site. Many other services available.

Training

Digital Landscape Workshop Series. High-end equipment and high-end instructors (Moose Peterson andVincent Versace) work with you on location (including Yosemite and Tahoe) for great images.

Golden Gate School of Photography offers one- and two-day digital photography workshops at Mills College in Oakland.

John Paul Caponigro produces stunning, surrealistic Photoshop images and is recognized as one of the foremost Photoshop artists in the world. He also teaches digital workshops in Maine.

National Association of Photoshop Professionals. This organization bills itself as the world's most complete resource for Adobe Photoshop training, education and news.

The Santa Fe Workshops in New Mexico are some of the best and prestigious digital training sessions in the country.

Software Cinema. Excellent series of training CDs about Photoshop.

Publications

Amherst Media. A long-time publisher of traditional photography books, this company also features books on digital imaging.

Cygnus Business Media produces Studio Photography & Design magazine and Digital Imaging magazine, among others. Both of these publications are directed toward professional photographers.

Inside Photoshop and Photoshop Fundamentals. These two publications, produced by Element K Journals, are pricey but may be worthwhile.

Peachpit Press. This Berkeley-based publisher produces some of the best computer books ever, including many on Adobe Photoshop.

PEI Magazine. This excellent online and print magazine offers many digital imaging and equipment tips.

LensWork Magazine. Take a look at this beautiful arts-oriented publication for great inspiration!

Please also see my hand-picked list of great digital imaging books from Amazon. Great discounts!

Supplies (General)

Academic Superstore (click on link below) is a great source for software, deeply discounted for students. I've used this company often.

Amazon. This giant book and video seller also sells printer inks and much more at competitive prices.

Campus Tech. Software discounts and more for registered students/faculty. Great, professional service

College Software. Participating educational institutions, including California community colleges, can get some of the best discounts ever on Adobe products.

Delkin Devices. A source of archival DVDs.

Educational Resources. Currently registered students and faculty can take advantage of deep discounts on software and more through this organization.

Epson. Epson produces excellent printers, papers and inks for digital imaging. Look here for ICC profiles for their papers.

Hewlett Packard. This manufacturer produces excellent photo printers and companion papers.

Ink4art offers papers and inks for major printers. Check out their free shipping deals.

Inkjetart.com is a source of paper weights and sizes. The site also offers inks and papers for sale.

Inkjet Mall. Excellent source of hard-to-find papers, inks and ICC profiles.

IT Supplies. Excellent source of papers and inks at competitive prices. California residents save sales tax. Free shipping with orders over $75. Best of all, the folks are NICE and know what they're talking about.

JourneyEd (see below), with its deep discounts for students and faculty, is a great source of all things digital.

Lexjet. A source of papers, profiles and more.

Moab Paper. An excellent source of fine-quality digital printing papers.

Premier Imaging Products. High quality papers, coatings and more.

Publishing Perfection. Wide-ranging source of supplies, Photoshop plugins and more.

Red River Paper. Excellent source of many brands of papers and inks. ICC profiles are also available for many papers.

SensorSweep. A static-charged, 1/2 inch wide brush for dusty DSLR sensors.

SanDisk. A major manufacturer of digital camera memory cards.

Here's a listing of some favorite digital SLR (single-lens reflex) cameras, available at great prices from Amazon.