roll paper banners on the Epson 2200 (2004)

How to avoid tearing your hair out when trying to print roll-paper banners on the Epson 2200 using the Epson drivers. (originally posted 10/28/04) I lost a huge chunk of hair, and about 24 hours trying to figure these hints out: If you’re not using the GIMP print driver, (see other blog entry) then here’s […]

Fear of things digital… it’s just ignorance. (2005)

The “Shutterbug” editor, and apparently a number of readers, don’t understand the nature of digital. (originally posted 2/13/05.) I’m in a unique position vis-a-vis digital photography, as I’ve been a photographer (with darkroom experience) for 46+ years, and have some nearly 30 years of detailed computer experience (I was a programmer) as well. I jumped […]

Organizing your Dock

Got a zillion itty-bitty icons in your dock? Try grouping them. Here’s what I do. In my user folder, I have created a folder called “dock items” (the name is not important; whatever works for you is fine.) Then, in there, I have folders named for my categories of items, such as “browsers” and “hardware” […]

Hello world!

I’m renewing my blogs here, and combining MacTips and Photo Tips into one.  Coming soon!