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A Guide to Adobe Photoshop for Basic Photo Editing

Before we get into the weeds on Photoshop skills - A special Note About My Jewelry Photography: As a one woman business I take and edit all of my own photos for my jewelry and website. I never use photoshop to alter the reality of any piece that I have created. I simply use photoshop to brighten photos, remove dust or background distractions and shadows and crop for listings and publications. As an artisan bench jeweler who creates with traditional tools and techniques, I relish in the beauty and the reality that comes with handcrafted and one of a kind jewelry! Ok here we go!  I thought it might be fun to explore how to do a little photoshop correctly…...

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Why Choose Handcrafted Over Mass-Produced Jewelry

In a world full of shiny, mass-produced jewelry options, standing out is a desire many of us have, but few of us achieve.Today, we’ll take a look into the unique world of artisanal jewelry. Are handcrafted pieces the treasure that your jewelry collection is missing? This isn't just about aesthetics; it's about the ethos driving many of today's jewelry consumers. Artisanal charm, sustainability, and the uniqueness of handcrafted jewelry is magnetic for today's knowledgeable jewelry collector and important for the small business economy. The jewelry we wear tells our story - a tale of our tastes, values and moods. At its core, jewelry is our form of personal expression and communicates volumes about our individuality. That story becomes much more...

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