Q. - Is this really possible?
A. Absolutely. These Actions have built-in steps providing automated control of color, contrast, exposure, softness, edge effects, color management, sizing and output sharpness.
You select your workflow choice and the Craigs Actions Production Assistants do the rest!
Q. - How do they work?
A. These are fully-automated production processes that are built from the same principles & experience of all other Craigs Actions - The same Actions that have been consistently described as the best available and a must-have for every digital photographer!
They produce three output files from a single Action Process:
1) Print-Ready Image File - Finished, just press print!
2)
Web / Presentation JPG - Perfect for client proofing and portfolio display
3)
Archive PSD - Your Backup and for all further imaging playtime...!
These cover your initial production needs, and effectively plans for all the rest.
Q. I'm Confused... How are these different from your other Actions? ?
A. Don't feel bad, there's a lot available on this site, so getting confused is understandable... Think of the existing Craig's Actions as traditional techniques, with each technique controlled through a single Action.
The new Production Assistant ( PA ) Actions are a whole new generation of full-production processes combining numerous techniques together.
These are intelligently integrated with years of production experience and digital familiarity... Simplified for you the user, to make use of in a single, one-touch operation!
Q. - Does this replace the other Craigs Photoshop Actions Sets I've already purchased?
A. Not at all. This new Series works beautifully with all Craigs Actions ( and all other Actions as well ), by taking control of the painful part of your workload, effectively & consistently producing the volume of images required for your project, albums & presentations.
This frees you up personally, so now you have the opportunity to go in for the enhanced creative playtime you always wanted (using the traditional Actions), but could never find or justify!
Q.They sound like they could be complicated, are they hard to install and use on my system?
A. Actions are easily installed on any system ( even easier on macs! ), and you just need to save one image three times, to customize ALL 600+ Actions to work on your computer.
There are also Video Tutorials available online for install, setups, enhanced operations and a whole lot more!
Q. What if I want to change the sharpness or softness settings to my own personal taste and camera selection, is this possible?
A. Yes. You can easily modify the values for softness and sharpness that is applied. There are even choices for which Sets you initially load depending on your camera style and shooting preferences!
Online Video Tutorials illustrate the simple steps involved for complete customization on your system.
Q. Will these Actions work on RAW format images?
A. Yes. These Actions work with any open RGB image in Photoshop, and you can easily setup up PS so that your RAW Format images are able to be batch-processed automatically with these Actions, as easily as JPG's and any image format - even in the same batch!
* See the Tips Section on this site for exciting ways to handle RAW & how to create and use Droplets of these Actions for Freakin - Amazing Automation!
Q. Why is there so many Actions included, I don't think I need that much?
A. The Actions Sets are organized intuitively for photographers, so it's very easy to choose exactly what you need. Variations are then provided for each process so you are always able to achieve the exact results you want every time!
It's also very simple to organize the Actions so that your favorites are grouped in a special set and easy to find - Video Tutorials are provided to show you this trick and many others!
Q. I love the 1-Touch option, but I need more control ... What if I want to "tweak" the final results, is that possible?
A. Yes. There are advanced options built into the Jazz and iTones Actions just for this purpose. Simply uncheck one step, and you have a full palette of effective and integrated extended image variations available to you.
Q. What if I don't want all of the output options, can I use these just for Proofing??
A. Yes. Like all Craigs Actions - The PA Actions are designed with a huge amount of integrated features, including the ability to turn them off ! You have full control of what Output Files are Saved, choices of full size or album-res, levels of softness / sharpness, exposure and much, much more...
Q. These seem like they will do everything I need for the majority of my work, will you be creating any new Actions for new looks or is this all there is?
A. Absolutely! I've always been a photographer first, and these processes are the natural evolution of what I offer my clients. The iTones Series of PA Actions will have new sets available on a regular basis, bringing you fresh looks and innovative image styles - all at the press of a single button!
Q. There's lots to choose from out there, why should I get these Craigs Actions?
A. There actually isn't anything else available that gives you the full creative choice, effective, consistent and professional production techniques, extended volume options, a simple install with your existing and familiar photoshop program - and One-Button ease of use!
These Actions work in Photoshop 7 * and up through CS3 with Mac or PC.
* Custom options built-in for earlier versions of PS, as well as enhanced operations with CS 2 and CS 3. They will not work in Corel, Paint-Pro or Elements, so this is the perfect excuse to get that Photoshop upgrade you want and really unleash the good stuff - It actually IS that easy!
Q.So, overall, what Craig's Actions Sets do you recommend for Users at different levels?
A. For individual Photographers - The PA Creative Suite and Craig's Actiosn Starter Pack.
For studios - The PA Creative Suite ( Port/Wedd, Jazz & iTones1) and Portrait Pack . If you do any volume of commercial or catalogue work, swap the Commercial Pack for the Portrait Pack. These combo's give you the best of both worlds:
- Automation you need, and Creativity you demand!
Q. So what do they cost, and how do I get them?
A. The Production Assistant individual Sets are priced at US
Once you have made your safe and secure purchase, you are able to immediatelky download them directly to your hard drive!
Look to the Sales page for special pricing, and Discount Package Specials!
* Qualifying National Associations may be eligible for a members discount. Have your membership benefits chairperson contact me directly -
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