The volume in a photograph depends on depth of field, lighting, composition, shadows, and reflections. I’m not ready to delve into the topic of volume in detail yet, but I’ll reveal some secrets regarding photo editing.
1. Curves
Processing photos with curves allows you to adjust the tonal representation of the image. This process involves adjusting curves on a graph that shows the relationship between input and output brightness values, and applying changes to the image. There are three main types of curves: linear, ascending, and descending. Working with curves can involve increasing contrast, decreasing contrast, and increasing brightness. The bottom point represents the black point. The top point represents the white point. It’s important to remember that too much contrast can lead to loss of image detail. Therefore, it’s best to start with a low value and gradually increase it if necessary. There are many ways to work with curves, and it’s also possible to work with curves on a per-channel basis, namely in the RGB color space. I will explain this in detail in my mini-course on photography.
2. Color Balance
Color balance adjusts the overall combination of colors in an image and is used for color correction. Generalized versions of color balance are used to correct colors that are different from neutral or intentionally change them to achieve an effect. White balance is one of the most common types of balancing, where colors are adjusted so that a white object appears white, not tinted with any other color. Additionally, you can adjust the temperature of shadows, midtones, and highlights to your liking to achieve a more contrasting image.
Of course, there are many other methods that can be used to enhance the depth of a photograph, and I will be detailing these techniques extensively in my courses.
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