HDR Photography Tutorial: How to Take HDR Photos. Welcome to the world of HDR photography.
HDR will not suit all images but is very effective in bringing out the highlights and shadows in an image. To process an HDR image using this tutorial you will need Photoshop (or similar) editing software, and Photomatix (or similar) HDR software. “Point Reyes HDR” captured by Gagan Dhiman (Click Image to See More From Gagan Dhiman) 1. Take multiple images of the same scene To achieve an HDR look you will need at least 3 images: UnderexposedNormal exposureOverexposed Ideally to start with you should have an image of -2 exposure, one exposed correctly, and one of +2 exposure. 2.Merge the images in Photomatix Open Photomatix and choose Generate HDR Image. Choose your three jpeg or RAW files and press OK. A new window will appear with options to align the images, reduce noise and attempt to match any moving elements – choose accordingly for your image.
“HDR Trees” captured by Khoa Nguyen (Click Image to See More From Khoa Nguyen) 3. 4. HDR Must-Know Info. New to HDR and need an HDR program?
You can save 15% when you order Photomatix by using this code: ricksammon. You can save 15% on Nik HDR Efex Pro by using this code: RSAMMON. For these codes to work, you need to be in the US. This post has the HDR info you need to get started making great HDR image. My HDR app, Rick Sammon's iHDR. features my latest HDR images and tips. Here is some “must know” HDR (High Dynamic Range) info.
Briefly, here’s what HDR is all about. Then, using an HDR program like Photomatix Pro you combine your images into a single image that captures all the tones from your three (or more) images. See the Light & Determine Bracketing The first step in creating a HDR image (or any photographic image for that matter) is seeing the light. In the interior picture of a church in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, the difference between the darkest and lightest parts of the scene is fairly wide.
Below: This Devils Garden, Utah scene has a lot of contrast. What Your Eyes See vs. High Dynamic Range Tutorial. HDR Tutorial – How to Make Beautiful HDR Photos with Ease!
Which HDR Software to use – Mac or Windows? The first thang you’re gonna need is some HDR Software. If you have a Mac, I strongly recommend Aurora HDR 2017 then follow the Free HDR Tutorial for Macs. If you use Windows, I recommend getting Photomatix Pro and use the coupon code “TREYRATCLIFF” to save 15%. If you’re using Photomatix, you can get a huge head start if you grab Trey’s Photomatix Presets. Once you have the software, I can show you how to use it to make beautiful photos. The Free HDR Tutorial for Windows I wrote this HDR photography tutorial over six years ago and I update it about every three months. Hundreds of thousands of people have used this tutorial to learn how to make beautiful HDR photos — I am sure it can teach you too! Who is the best audience for this HDR Photography tutorial?
This tutorial is great for new photographers as well as intermediate to beyond. Interested in a Complete HDR Video Tutorial?