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06/07/2010 12:11:37 PM · #1 |
Just processed an image, but the shadow under the neck is very sharp. Any suggestions as to how I can remove it or soften it?
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06/07/2010 12:34:17 PM · #2 |
Try this trick that I like to use for photos taken with harsh sun and shadows:
-duplicate layer
-desaturate upper layer
-negative image upper layer
-gaussian blur of 4
-overlay to preference (usually between 10-30% seems to work well)
-flatten
It does reduce overall contrast, lightening shadows and darkening highlights. You could apply it selectively using masks on the upper layer, if desired.
Message edited by author 2010-06-07 12:35:20. |
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06/07/2010 12:46:03 PM · #3 |
That is an awesome tip,  Yo_Spiff, but I would strongly suggest that  drew_makeanimpact focus on understanding lighting rather than relying on post processing to eliminate shadows and unwanted effects. Trust me, in the end you will be thanking me.
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06/07/2010 01:03:19 PM · #4 |
Originally posted by JaimeVinas:
That is an awesome tip, Yo_Spiff, but I would strongly suggest that drew_makeanimpact focus on understanding lighting rather than relying on post processing to eliminate shadows and unwanted effects. Trust me, in the end you will be thanking me. |
It's always best to get it right in the camera, but sometimes the shot is what it is. My impression of his posted photo is that this is not a posed portrait and he didn't have a lot of control over the light when this shot presented itself. In a studio with models you can have that level of control. A reflector to the left could have helped to fill in the dark side of the subject perhaps... |
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06/07/2010 01:18:22 PM · #5 |
Hey guys, this was a posed portrait, and not only that a white 42 inch white reflector was used to illuminate the left side of his body, the right being from the sunset. It took out a lot of shadows, but was not enough to soften the harsh ones remaining. It's ok though, I was able to get some great shots by positioning him differently. Just wanted to see if shadows could be removed because I like this shot the best.
Message edited by author 2010-06-07 13:19:34. |
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06/07/2010 01:21:44 PM · #6 |
I often use healing brush and just go along the line. You can make a harsh line quite soft just with that.
Message edited by author 2010-06-08 02:06:56. |
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06/07/2010 02:17:51 PM · #7 |
| Not sure what tools/sw you have, but in aperture 3 (and maybe in Lightroom?) there is a blur brush, a dodge brush, etc. So you could soften the line, lighten it slightly overall. Viveza plugin also allows you to place a "control point" on the shadow, and selectively lighten and alter contrast, etc. |
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06/08/2010 07:21:23 AM · #8 |
This DPC Tutorial will also work on the shadow.
Tim |
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06/08/2010 07:55:29 PM · #9 |
| Thanks for the comments guys! I think healing brush is best for me to do what I want. |
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