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Lighting Portrait Photos in Photoshop - It's Amazing

photoshopCAFE via YouTube

Overview

Discover how to transform flat portraits into dramatic, studio-quality images using Photoshop's Lighting Effects tool in this 17-minute tutorial video. Master the art of creating directional, ambient, and dimensional lighting to enhance your portrait photography. Learn to manipulate alpha channels, add multiple spotlights, and apply color grading techniques for professional-looking results. Follow along as Colin Smith demonstrates step-by-step how to elevate your portrait editing skills and achieve stunning, cinematic effects.

Syllabus

Intro
Alpha Channel
Lighting Effects
Directional Lighting
Ambient Lighting
Dimensional Lighting
Second Spotlight
Color Grading

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photoshopCAFE

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