Using Parametric Curves in ACR 6 to Improve Contrast
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When you need to improve the contrast in your raw photos, Parametric Curves are a great way to simplify the thought process and task of making a Curves adjustment. Instead of guessing or arbitrarily placing your points along an abstract line, you use special Histogram widgets to define which tones constitute “highlights”, “middle tones”, and “shadows”. From there making your correction is just a matter of moving a few sliders! |
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This is one of the best Photoshop/ACR tutorials I have seen. 100% great information provided with just the right tone. Thanks
Thanks very much, Richard. Glad you found it so helpful.
That’s why I do what I do. Cheers!
Wow! You are real photo expert!!!
Sorry I missed your comment petshop but thanks for the compliment. The photo and changes here are pretty straightforward but hopefully people find it helpful. There’s always more to learn. 😉