Notes from the
metadata frontier.
Tips for AI keywording, Lightroom workflows for stock photographers, what's new in MetaMagic, and the occasional opinion on the state of the craft.
MetaMagic at the Lightroom Summit 2026 with Jared Platt
MetaMagic is featured in Jared Platt's metadata workflow class at the Lightroom Summit 2026 — alongside an exclusive promo code for attendees. Here's what to expect from the class, why metadata keeps coming back as the missing piece, and how to grab your spot before June 5.
Read article →What's new in MetaMagic v1.4 — color labels, faster batches and IPTC location
Version 1.4 brings color labels for batch results, geocoding cache for significantly faster processing, IPTC location fields written automatically from GPS, and a cleaner progress experience. Full breakdown of every change and why it matters.
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