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How to take a perfect dating photo

First principles trivia • 4 HN points • 10 Feb 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Photography Clothing Equipment Editing
  1. Taking a perfect dating photo involves addressing technical aspects like focus, exposure, resolution, focal lengths, bokeh, color rendition, and lighting.
  2. Using Photofeeler to get feedback on your photos is crucial in determining which ones are truly attractive, smart, and trustworthy.
  3. Iterative posing and experimenting with different expressions, body orientations, and angles can help you find the most appealing combination for your dating photo.

Turnaround #2

Turnaround • 98 implied HN points • 29 Jul 19
🎨 Art & Illustration Storytelling Writing Tools Analytics Editing
  1. Good storytelling helps you stand out and get noticed, conveying facts more effectively than presentations.
  2. A good story typically includes a central character, conflict, message, plot, and a journey.
  3. Timing matters in sharing your story - consider waiting until product-market fit or a launch to engage with media.
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And It Don't Stop • 0 implied HN points • 24 May 23
🎶 Music Editing
  1. Good editors respect writer's intentions, suggest stronger language, and double-check facts.
  2. Music from different cultures all have unique grooves that can be enjoyed and appreciated.
  3. Staying engaged while reviewing albums is key to providing worthwhile critiques and enjoying the process.

Can AI Edit As Well as a Traditional Publisher?

72 Degrees North • 0 implied HN points • 14 Oct 24
📚 Literature Editing Writing Publishing AI Ethics
  1. AI struggles to match the detailed editing and personal attention that a traditional publisher provides. While it can help with grammar, it often misses the deeper nuances that a skilled human editor would catch.
  2. Using AI for writing can result in bland and subpar text. It can be useful for some editing tasks but should not be relied upon for creating quality literature.
  3. Finding reliable human editors is challenging, especially for self-publishing authors. Many editors are overworked, and having trusted beta readers can sometimes be more effective than hiring a freelance editor.

Open-sourced library for working with media files

Cosmos • 0 implied HN points • 27 May 23
🕹 Technology Library Automation Editing
  1. Using a library like Pluto can speed up media editing workflows by automating tasks like converting files, resizing images, creating videos from images, and more.
  2. Pluto offers a variety of scripts to help with tasks such as converting a PDF into a video slideshow, creating GIFs from videos, resizing images for better website performance, and more.
  3. For those working with media files regularly, leveraging Pluto's scripts can save time and streamline the editing process.

Rethinking the Beginning

The Fairest Writer • 0 implied HN points • 13 Sep 22
📚 Literature Writing Editing Creativity Artistry Education
  1. Starting something new can be really fun and exciting. It's a chance to explore your ideas without too much pressure.
  2. Don't stress about getting the beginning perfect right away. It's okay to write a few openings and see what feels best.
  3. Allow yourself to play with your writing at the start. It can lead to surprises and make the process more enjoyable.

On Making Things Up

The Fairest Writer • 0 implied HN points • 06 Apr 21
📚 Literature Fiction Nonfiction Writing Editing Workshops
  1. Fiction allows writers to change facts and details, making it more flexible than nonfiction. This freedom can be exciting but also requires adjustment, especially for nonfiction writers.
  2. In fiction, the writer can easily erase and remake details if they don't fit the story anymore. It's all about how well these parts connect to the larger narrative.
  3. Workshops can help writers transition between different styles, like moving from memoir to fiction. Learning from experienced authors can bring great insights into this process.

Fairest Writer Spring Workshop Series!

The Fairest Writer • 0 implied HN points • 24 Mar 21
📚 Literature Writing Workshops Authors Books Editing
  1. There is a Spring Workshop Series for writers featuring five well-known authors. This series is a great opportunity for writers to learn from experienced professionals.
  2. All workshops are free and held over Zoom, making it easy for anyone to join in. Each session focuses on different aspects of writing, from memoir to PR.
  3. The Lambda Literary Awards will take place on June 1st, and one of the organizers has a memoir nominated in the Trans Nonfiction category. It's an exciting time to celebrate diverse voices in literature.

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The Fairest Writer • 0 implied HN points • 24 May 20
📚 Literature Writing Publishing Memoir Workshops Editing
  1. A plan for writer workshops is in place, aiming to address community needs and offer support. Feedback is being gathered through a survey to make sure everyone benefits.
  2. Freelancers can improve their writing careers by changing their mindset about editing and deadlines. It's helpful to view editors as collaborators and to negotiate rates when necessary.
  3. Sharing success stories, like a writer coming out of retirement, shows the positive impact of workshops on individuals. It encourages others to pursue their writing dreams despite challenges.