by Marci Brennan | May 4, 2022 | Organize Your Photos, Photography, Scanning
What is “metadata”? Perhaps you’ve heard the term used but were unsure of its meaning. The definition: it’s “data about data”. In photo organizing, it applies to both digital and print photos. Digital images come with embedded metadata – such as EXIF and IPTC as...
by Marci Brennan | Jan 15, 2022 | Manage Your Photos, Organize Your Photos, Photography
I was honored to be asked to contribute to Redfin’s excellent blog again this year. For some great tips to help you stay more focused with your to-do list, read on! Redfin’s marketing coordinator Ryan Castillo says: More times than not, new year...
by Marci Brennan | Dec 16, 2021 | Manage Your Photos, Organize Your Photos, Preserve Your Photos, Share Your Photos
Have you seen Peter Jackson’s masterful documentary “The Beatles: Get Back”? The most remarkable aspect of the film was that Jackson used footage hidden for some 50 years! Critics and fans alike have reacted with wonder and awe. For me, seeing John, Paul, George and...
by Marci Brennan | Nov 18, 2021 | Organize Your Photos, Preserve Your Photos, Scanning, Uncategorized
Past Present Pix formed five years ago (how time flies!) with the goal of helping busy families manage, organize, and preserve their photo and video collections, so their precious memories are always at their fingertips and safely backed up. My career as a photo...
by Marci Brennan | Oct 17, 2021 | Manage Your Photos, Organize Your Photos, Uncategorized
Do you have a vast collection of digital photos? Are you feeling overwhelmed? Is your mobile device/computer running out of space? If so, it’s time to take control and cull your digital photos like a pro! The term “culling” in photography means to get rid of the bad...
by Marci Brennan | Aug 18, 2021 | Manage Your Photos, Organize Your Photos, Preserve Your Photos, Save Your Photos Month
Did you know each September is Save Your Photos month? This September, our focus is on creating a photo legacy. First things first: What is a legacy? One explanation would be the traits, traditions, or items that are handed down to future generations. For...