Keywords with Derivatives and other questions

[crashbowman]

First of all great book.  It was a very easy read that took less than a day of off and on reading.  However I came away with a few questions.

1)  Should a certain keyword be put into derivative files so you know what they are.  I guess I know that you will be able to tell from the filename, but say you are doing a search and specifically want the derivative.

2)  What should DVD backups be stored in?  A jewel case, spindle, etc.

3)  Is there a certain point that a database is a must.  Basically I have about 10K images right now and I am kind of wanting to wait on investing in catalog software until more about lightroom is known.

Once again thanks for the information it has been great.

John

[peterkrogh]

John,
1. Keywords from your RAW will follow to the derivatives.  I put a designation on the filename to indicate a master file.  There is less need to even save other derivatives, since they complicate the DAM process, and most can be generated automatically.

Putting a keyword, or custom iView Category into the file to indicate what it was made for is not a bad idea, though, if you feel like it adds something of value.

2. Ideally, they should be stored in total darkness, upright in Jewel cases.  I store mine in darkness, upright in a nootebok.

3. I would say that at 10k, a database would be very helpful.  Are you Mac or PC?  What camera?

Peter

[crashbowman]

Thanks Peter, However I am a little confused on how you store Jewel cases in a notebook.  I also am a PC user who currently shoots a 20D.  I will probably upgrade to the 20D successor if it has 7fps and a better AF system, until I can afford a 1DMkII. 

Thanks again,
John

[peterkrogh]

It's either/or.  Notebook OR jewel cases.
Peter