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 →How to use MetaMagic in Lightroom Classic — complete guide
A step-by-step walkthrough — from installation to advanced batch processing. Everything you need to start generating AI keywords for your photo library in under 10 minutes.
Read article →How to improve stock photo keywords (and actually sell more)
Most stock photographers know their keywords aren't great but don't know what to fix. Here's a clear breakdown of what kills sales, what buyers actually search for, and how to write keyword lists that get your photos found.
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.
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