Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
Lesson 6: Color Correcting
an Image
You can create interesting imagery in Photoshop, including complex
compositions, filter effects, and even 3D imagery, but it is essential
that you have a great looking image to start with.
What you'll learn in this lesson:
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Choosing your color settings
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Using the Histogram panel
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Discovering how to use a neutral
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Using Curves
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Understanding Unsharp mask
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Using Camera Raw
Starting up
There are simple steps that you can take to create a brighter, cleaner, more accurate image. In this lesson,
you'll learn how to use the Curves controls and how to sharpen your images. You'll learn what a neutral is
and how to use it to color correct your images. You'll also have the opportunity to work with a Camera
Raw image, using the improved Camera Raw plug-in.
Although the steps might at first seem time-consuming, they go quickly when not accompanied by the
“whys and hows” included in this lesson. In fact, the process works almost like magic; a few steps and
your image looks great!
