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Up and Running with HDR Efex Pro 2.0

Up and Running with HDR Efex Pro 2.0

with Tim Grey

 


In this workshop Tim Grey teaches how to use Nik Software's HDR Efex Pro 2.0 to create great high-dynamic-range (HDR) images. After showing you the basics of HDR Efex Pro—including configuring the interface and settings, using presets, and evaluating your image—Tim introduces the various adjustment options. Learn how to make overall tonal and color adjustments, use control points to apply selective adjustments, and reset adjustments or go back in the history. Plus, get tips on applying finishing touches to your images and saving the final processed image.
Topics include:
  • Assembling HDR images
  • Configuring the interface
  • Applying adjustments
  • Working with presets
  • Evaluating the before and after
  • Modifying settings via a Smart Object
  • Using selective adjustments
  • Finishing touches

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author
Tim Grey
subject
Photography, High Dynamic Range (HDR), video2brain, Plugin
software
HDR Efex Pro 2
level
Beginner
duration
1h 21m
released
Nov 08, 2012

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Tim Grey

Tim Grey

Tim Grey is regarded as one of the top educators in digital photography and imaging, offering clear guidance on complex subjects through his writing and speaking. He has written more than a dozen books on digital imaging for photographers, and has also had hundreds of articles published in magazines. Tim teaches through workshops, seminars, and appearances at major events worldwide. Visit his website at http://www.timgrey.com/.
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