Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
3.
In the Basic controls, click Auto to have Camera Raw analyze
the image and make adjustments.
4.
Drag the Exposure slide to +0.35 to brighten the image.
The image is now brighter, but some of the highlights are
too bright.
5.
Drag the Highlights slider to -25 to recover detail in the
brightest areas.
Let's put a little more color into the image.
6.
Boost the Saturation to +45 to increase the overall color in
the shot.
7.
Let's bring the color in the sky out a bit more. Increase the
Vibrance slider to +30 to richen the sky without oversaturating
the reds in the photo.
Now that color is correct, let's enhance Contrast. The Clarity
slider is best for this. To accurately judge clarity, you'll need to
change your view.
8.
Double-click the Zoom tool to switch to 100% magnification.
9.
Drag the Clarity slider to the right slowly. Stop when you start
to notice halos near the edge of details.
Around +45 you should notice a blooming effect; at this point
you have too much clarity.
