Mastering the Natural Light Portrait: Post Processing
Join Scott Kelby for the conclusion to his <a href="https://members.kelbyone.com/course/skelby-natural-light-portrait/">Mastering the Natural Light Portrait</a> class, as he works through his process for editing the photos from that shoot. In this class you'll learn the core types of edits you will apply to all of your natural light portraits. In this class you’ll learn different techniques for reducing distractions and making the face the most eye-catching part of the photo. From soft northern exposure light to dappled light, Scott teaches you how to analyze the photo, plan your approach, and get the most out of what Lightroom and Photoshop have to offer. This class is perfect for anyone looking for tips on post processing or editing natural light photos.
Release Date: 2018-02-15
Lessons
Sun Flare Look
Join Scott as he introduces the class, and then jumps into editing the first photo.
Duration: 6 mins 8 seconds
High Contrast Skin Look
Scott shows how he edits a photo shot with the intention of adding more contrast to the subject’s face.
Duration: 9 mins 47 seconds
Sean Archer-like Look
Discover how to edit your photo in a way that pays homage to portrait photographer Sean Archer.
Duration: 12 mins 38 seconds
Portrait Edit
Sometimes creating a more intimate portrait can be a straightforward and simple process.
Duration: 3 mins 30 seconds
Portrait Edit and Simple Retouch
Building on the techniques from the previous photo, Scott demonstrates a few additional edits you can make to a female portrait.
Duration: 5 mins 9 seconds
Reducing Distractions
You need to evaluate each photo for distractions, and take steps to reduce or remove them.
Duration: 2 mins 51 seconds
North Window Light Edit
Scott evaluates the photo and plans the edits he needs to complete the photo.
Duration: 4 mins 49 seconds
Taking it a Step Further
After going through the core portrait edits, Scott demonstrates how to take it to the next level by bringing in color to the background.
Duration: 9 mins 16 seconds
Making Auto Tone Work Even Better
Adobe has completely reworked the Auto Tone button, and works much better. Scott shares some tips to make it even more useful.
Duration: 2 mins 50 seconds
Editing a Photo in Dappled Light
Adjusting a photo taken in dappled light presents new challenges.
Duration: 5 mins 11 seconds
Engagement Photo Edit
Starting in Lightroom, and then moving to Photoshop, Scott takes the photo through an entire workflow demonstrating new techniques.
Duration: 10 mins 20 seconds
Closing Thoughts
Beyond technique in Lightroom and Photoshop, your philosophical approach to editing will have the biggest impact on the success of your edits.
Duration: 4 mins 19 seconds