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When to photograph brackets for HDR

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High dynamic range (HDR) processing opens a whole world of photographic possibilities. There are several outstanding HDR creation tools available today including Lightroom and Photoshop from Adobe. The question to answer is "when does one shoot HDR brackets?" The "pro" answer Shoot HDR brackets — one normal exposure, one two stops under normal exposure and the last one two stops over normal exposure — in high contrast situations. An example is a building painted a light color in sunlight with foliage in the shadows. Greenery requires a lot of … [Read more...] about When to photograph brackets for HDR

Aurora HDR 2019 dynamic range for resort & real estate photography

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When HDR software first came out I wasn’t a big fan. Mostly due to people overcooking the images with effects and saturation. The other problem was the selection algorithms were off leaving halos which were especially noticeable around the horizon and skylines of images. Aurora HDR 2019 and resort photography The programmers became better and the processing became more intuitive and I came to embrace the use of HDR software more often. When Macphun, (now Skylum) came out with Aurora HDR 2017 I was pleasantly surprised by how much more … [Read more...] about Aurora HDR 2019 dynamic range for resort & real estate photography

The Traveling Photographer — Route 66 meets Aurora 2019

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Create amazing HDR photographs with Skylum’s Aurora HDR 2019. Purchase today and save plus get a free bundle of training, LUTs and Looks too! What do Route 66 and Aurora 2019 have in common? Both provide countless opportunities for enthusiastic photographers to explore the realms of High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography. Why? Because high contrast subjects, such as vintage buildings shot under a mid-day sun, night scenes with neon signs, and magical landscapes photographed during the golden hour are the heart and soul of Route 66 and of … [Read more...] about The Traveling Photographer — Route 66 meets Aurora 2019

Taking advantage of Aurora’s new Quantum HDR Engine for bracketed images

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Create amazing HDR photographs with Skylum’s Aurora HDR 2019. Purchase today and save plus get a free bundle of training, LUTs and Looks too! To explain why Aurora HDR 2019’s new Quantum HDR Engine is such a big deal, we need to understand why it’s needed and how it’s powerful engine is making HDR processing faster with better results. If you’re an old HDR pro, skip to the “What’s so special about the New Quantum HDR Engine?” sections to be amazed. If you’re new to HDR or kinda understand it, keep reading. You’ll be glad you did. Adjusting … [Read more...] about Taking advantage of Aurora’s new Quantum HDR Engine for bracketed images

First look: Aurora HDR 2019 from Skylum

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(Editor's note: Aurora HDR 2019 is a powerful update that has several new, and, frankly, compelling features. Photofocus author Vanelli takes us on a tour of the most significant new addition to this HDR tool. If you're already an Aurora user, you can upgrade for $59 by clicking here, or you can purchase the full version for $89.) The team at Skylum Software announced a new version of Aurora HDR today.  It works as both a standalone application and a plugin for other editing tools.  Aurora HDR 2019 is a great way to unlock the maximum … [Read more...] about First look: Aurora HDR 2019 from Skylum

Creating a more evenly lit image with Aurora HDR 2018

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Oftentimes, specifically with landscape or architectural photography, you're dealt a situation where a typical HDR image just won't cut it. Th sky might be completely blown out, or you might have a super dark foreground. It's times like these where I'll pull out Aurora HDR 2018, and use some of the tools it provides to further enhance my HDR image. One of my favorite tools to use is the Top & Bottom Tuning filter. This takes the gradient tool that's become a commonality in most image processing tools and enhances it for your image, … [Read more...] about Creating a more evenly lit image with Aurora HDR 2018

Challenge: Help a subject stand out from the background in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 32)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiZROdcPiNk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6yJPcZxrsI In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the … [Read more...] about Challenge: Help a subject stand out from the background in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 32)

Challenge: Creating the look of a digital painting in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 31)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8ibH0NtD-o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ui9n_ees60   In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part … [Read more...] about Challenge: Creating the look of a digital painting in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 31)

Challenge: Creating a feeling with an image in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 30)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Rj_1pKjF-U In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Challenge: Creating a feeling with an image in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 30)

Challenge: Preserving original color and applying contrast in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 29)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDnNKdea5Es https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jL_EGJJ_Bq4 In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the … [Read more...] about Challenge: Preserving original color and applying contrast in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 29)

Batch Processing Files in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 28)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XwjtZNe2lc In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Batch Processing Files in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 28)

Sharing with System and Social Services in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 27)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LD5LtrCn87c In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Sharing with System and Social Services in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 27)

Exporting Files in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 26)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_L2f4lJCqzQ In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Exporting Files in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 26)

Saving a Native File in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 25)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLrEyE_Sz5Y In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Saving a Native File in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 25)

Cropping for Export in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 24)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFHbFEe6naY In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Cropping for Export in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 24)

Working with Adjustment Layers and Layer Masks in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 23)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRilo3q0YDE In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Working with Adjustment Layers and Layer Masks in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 23)

Blending an Original Image in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 22)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OXkBkeUAlgk In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Blending an Original Image in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 22)

Fixing Perspective Issues in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 21)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsN_c9Oy28g In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Fixing Perspective Issues in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 21)

Fixing Lens Issues in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 20)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GHT9oiHmR4 In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Fixing Lens Issues in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 20)

Refining Exposure with the Tone Curve and Dodge & Burn Filters in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 19)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzpmbjOLU5E In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Refining Exposure with the Tone Curve and Dodge & Burn Filters in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 19)

Enhancing Skies with Top & Bottom Tuning and the Polarizing Filters in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 18)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0yO7-JnxWE In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Enhancing Skies with Top & Bottom Tuning and the Polarizing Filters in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 18)

Improving Presence with the HDR Radiance Filter in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 17)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ykb7jRqw3Hg In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Improving Presence with the HDR Radiance Filter in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 17)

Removing Noise from an HDR Image with the HDR Denoise Filter in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 16)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzNSGN3AIs8 In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Removing Noise from an HDR Image with the HDR Denoise Filter in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 16)

Adding Details with the HDR Structure and HDR Details Boost Filters in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 15)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEuo8zad5t0 In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Adding Details with the HDR Structure and HDR Details Boost Filters in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 15)

Enhancing Color with the Color, Color Toning & HSL Filters in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 14)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XkRIlAy7Sc In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Enhancing Color with the Color, Color Toning & HSL Filters in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 14)

Developing the Essentials with HDR Basic Filter & Cropping in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 13)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0gotB0izm8 In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Developing the Essentials with HDR Basic Filter & Cropping in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 13)

Aurora HDR 2018 and RetouchIng with Luminar 2018 (part 12)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-aYExNnjSmM In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Aurora HDR 2018 and RetouchIng with Luminar 2018 (part 12)

Reducing Chromatic Aberration in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 11)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkdgNPLRGWc In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Reducing Chromatic Aberration in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 11)

Removing Ghost Images with Deghosting in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 10)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7OuIfowv8U8 In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Removing Ghost Images with Deghosting in Aurora HDR 2018 (part 10)

Aligning Source Images with Aurora HDR 2018 (part 9)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jurY5SQ_MpI In this course, join Richard Harrington and explore the world of HDR with Aurora HDR from Skylum. You'll learn how to merge multiple exposures together to show an extended dynamic range of scenes.  This class covers how to use the complete collection of options inside Aurora HDR. [Save $10 on Aurora HDR with the coupon code Photofocus] Hands-On Practice Download the exercise files here for hands-on practice: Part 1 Part 2 Try the Software for Free Want to give Aurora HDR a try? … [Read more...] about Aligning Source Images with Aurora HDR 2018 (part 9)