What’s really going on with levels and curves
Introduction
The levels tool is one of the most convenient to rescue a dull image. But what is going on behind the scenes?Objective
To introduce some of the principles of levels (also applies to the curves tool) so that you can use the tool more effectively .Format
A 45 minutes session with presentation and demonstrations.Outcomes
By demystifying the technical aspects it should be easier to apply the levels tool, and its close relation the curves tool more effectively. The talk explains:- What is gamma and why it matters
- Why the middle tool wiggles about as you move the other two.
- What are black and white points?
Club programme secretaries
The talk and demonstration takes about 45 minutes. You could run the second half of the club night as a bring-your-own laptop practical evening.Alternatively choose a second short talk and have one on each half of the evening.
The content of this presentation is also included in the full-length workshop preparing images for mono.
Alternatively choose a second short talk and have one on each half of the evening.
