Funny thing about animals is they move around, a lot. So a technique like HDR, which requires several images that are nearly identical in everything but exposure values, is usually not an option for wildlife photographers. Often thought of as mainly a tool for landscape and architecture photography, High Dynamic
HDR (High Dynamic Range) processing of your photos by its nature can result in a lot of noise or graininess in your final image. While Macphun’s new Aurora HDR 2018 for PC’s does a great job overall reducing noise, there are still times when noisy areas appear in your processed
If you’re working with Macphun’s Luminar, be sure to try out the Image Radiance filter. The use of the Image Radiance filter is the perfect finishing touch for many photos. It works by softening image luminescence, essentially making the brighter areas less intense and blurrier. It then boosts the contrast and saturation. Using
Have you tried Luminar yet? It’s a great app for developing photos with a stylized look (here’s our detailed review). We like it so much that we’ve put together a great collection of free presets. Here are 15 ways to stylize your image. 15 Free Presets for Macphun Luminar These
If you’re working with Macphun’s Luminar be sure to try out the Adjustable Gradient filter. It’s the perfect companion to any landscape picture as it allows you to easily adjust two different parts of a photo. For example, you can selectively adjust exposure, contrast, vibrance and warmth for the sky and
If you’re working with Macphun’s Luminar be sure to try out the Orton Effect. This filter allows enhancements to an image that includes glow and focus which produces photos that are sharp and blurry at the same time. This is a great way to add a unique look to your photos. The
A great way to stylize your images with Macphun’s Luminar is to use a texture layer. This option lets you place a custom image or texture above your photo. It can then be blended as a layer into the current image. Textures can easily give your photos new unique looks, especially when you’re trying
One of the coolest things about Macphun’s Luminar is the ability to customize the layout of the application. Have a favorite set of tools? No problem you can create your own workspace. The concept exists in a few other apps, but Luminar takes it to a whole new level. Saving
Are you looking for an easier way to take control in Luminar from Macphun? Well the answer is simple… Adjustment Layers. Rather than putting all your adjustments on the original photo, consider using one or more Adjustment Layers for precise control. What’s an Adjustment Layer? Luminar offers a special type
