Whether you enjoy the editing process or not (I sure am not a big fan), we can’t deny that it raises our landscape photos to a whole new level. In his latest video, Christian Möhrle, a.k.a. The Phlog Photography, guides you through his Lightroom editing process. he shows you how to use basic tone adjustments to create a dramatic landscape image, taking it from a basic snapshot to a stunning, portfolio-worthy shot.
Christian uses a mountain peak image he took and even shares it with you so you can follow along. Alternatively, you can use a photo of your own, of course. Start by adjusting the exposure, shadows, blacks, and whites in the Basic panel to create a dark and moody base. Use the Clarity and Dehaze sliders for further control over the atmosphere.
Masking allows for targeted adjustments. Here, you’ll darken the sky using a color range mask and create a vignette effect with a linear gradient mask. We can also use radial and linear gradient masks to selectively control light and darkness in different areas of the image.
Finally, use the Color Mixer and Split Toning to achieve a warm golden hour look. Don’t forget to sharpen the image and remove any sensor spots for a polished finish.
Make sure to watch the video and follow along as Christian guides you through the process. After all, it’s more fun this way, and I’m sure you’ll be pleased with the result.
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