Hey everyone. I’ve had a few people notice that my website (MattKloskowski.com) recently went from just a portfolio site to a blog too. Since I already run a blog over at LightroomKillerTips.com I thought I’d take a quick minute to write a little about why I did this.
Why a New Blog?
It’s actually pretty simple. I think because of the name of the site (LightroomKillerTips.com) that people who visit expect Lightroom tutorials, presets, tips, news, etc… I personally always feel a little weird when I write non-Lightroom stuff on that site because I know there’s a disconnect. But I realized I have lots of other stuff I want to write about. I work full time for NAPP and want to write about Photoshop. I’m a photographer and have lots of topics that I think would help people out, but they just don’t seem to fit on a Lightroom site. I’m the co-Editor of a lighting magazine called Light It and there’s always cool people/gear/things I come across from doing that. Plus, in my experience, when people follow some one on a blog/website/social media page, they typically like to know other things about that person. I know personally that I follow people in golf (because I’m interested in golf). And I like it when they post a little bit about themselves once in a while. We tend not to just follow content… we tend to follow the person too. So you’ll find all kinds of stuff here that just doesn’t make sense on a Lightroom website.
Why Is It Called “The Ski Report”?
Those of you that know Scott, know that he always needs a nickname for people. So he started calling me “ski” because, well, it was obviously shorter than saying my last name. I, of course, didn’t complain because before that my nickname was Matt Rockin’ the House-ski Kloskowski. So “ski” seemed like a step up. It ended up being pretty catchy (although the rockin the house-ski thing did surprisingly well). I’ll walk around conferences and seminars and hear people calling out “Ski!” all the time. Then a couple of years ago Scott called me when he was traveling and said “Gimmee the ski report”. I laughed and mentioned that had a cool ring to it, and he suggested I check to see if that URL was taken (which of course it is – by people that actually would like to ski). When I thought about starting my own site I realized it needed a name, so that’s what I went with.
So anyway, I hope that gives you a little insight into what I’m doing here. And I hope you’ll check back a few times a week. I’ll most likely post on Monday, Wednesday and Friday’s. There’s no guarantee that a Tuesday or Thursday post won’t pop in there, especially if I have something timely I want to get out there. Thanks! Hope to see you back soon 🙂
Matt I purchased the OnOne 6 program but forgot to ask the gentleman that run it how will we get 7. Is there anyway you could find out for those who bought it.
I’d call their customer service line and ask them. They’ll be able to let you know.
k thanks,
When I took your class in LA you talked about where to download your photo effects, but I couldn’t write fast enough. Now, just installed CS6 and PSE 10 and would like to plug them in.
Can you remind an old man, again… 😉
Congrats on the new blog Matt! I was wondering at first why someone living in Florida would do a blog about skiing. 🙂
Hey Matt,
Congratulation with the new web site! I’m glad you decided to introduce a blog on your site! You always have great stuff that you discuss! Now I have another place to help me! Great post on slow shutter speeds!
Take care!
Dennis
That is awesome! I personally like the “Rockin’ the house-ski Kloskowski”, that would be one crazy long URL though! I like the idea of the new blog it is much less rigid and does sound like it will give you a lot of freedom to roam.
Very cool name, I will definitely be stopping back by often!
Thanks man! Hope all is going well with you and the family 🙂
Congrats on the new blog – very nice look / theme.
I like the name too – does this mean that you’ll now be over in the weather centre on PSUTV giving a weather forecast as part of the Ski report ;o)
Weirder things have happened 🙂
Congrats Matt on the new blog. Look forward to more interesting stuff like the Lightroomkiller tips.
Very cool, Matt! I completely agree with your thoughts on starting a different blog. Maybe you should mention this on KillerLightroomTips.com, as I ran across the news in my Facebook feed. Otherwise, I probably wouldn’t have seen the update.
–John
Hey Matt — or should I say Ski? Totally great post that does provide insight about you, Scott, and NAPP — and it will drive the “real” ski community crazy when they look for a snow report and get information on how to deal with noise instead.
I like the “Ski Report”. Count on Scott to come up with a new hook.
We met in Lansing recently during your tour and we spoke about my photos you critiqued on the Grid. ( By the way, Princess further honored me by using the St. Thomas scene on their Facebook page)
Glad you are moving your site in this direction. Makes it more flexible for you..
I remember Greg. Congrats on them choosing another photo.
Hi Matt,
This is Matt from The Netherlands. I like your site and love your work. Is this a template layout? Or has it been designed for you? I am looking to get my personal site a make over and am inspired by yours.
Keep it up!
Matt
Congratulations on a new web site! Your new blog looks great! And I love the new name! Also this Elegant Themes template is my favorite and I’m using it for almost a year but with some tweaking! 🙂
Thanks Fuad!