Shadow and Highlight Recovery: Restore Lost Details in Photoshop

Have you ever captured a perfect moment only to find the most important details buried in deep, dark shadows? You do not have to discard these underexposed photos. This text-based course guides you through the essential techniques of safely recovering lost shadow detail and balancing exposure to make your subjects stand out. Learn how to analyze your images, use advanced adjustment tools, and preserve natural contrast. What you will learn: - Understand the fundamentals of dynamic range, histograms, and exposure levels. - Apply the Shadows and Highlights adjustment non-destructively using Smart Filters. - Master precise tonal control to prevent washed-out colors and digital noise. - Practice balancing highlights and midtones to maintain a natural look. - Learn modern workflows for RAW image processing and local adjustment masks. You will begin by learning the core terminology of digital exposure and image histograms. From there, you will progress through written step-by-step techniques for targeted shadow recovery and fine-tuning contrast. This course is designed for beginner photographers and digital editors with no prior image restoration experience. Start reading today to unlock the hidden details in your digital photos.