Specific Lighter Side of Image

[Landlocation]

I am having an issue in trying to even out this image, I have more to do so would like to learn how to even this image out, hope someone can direct me. Thanks.

 

[Eggy]

Something like this?


Duplicate the layer.
Add a brightness/contrast adjustment layer and match the darkness of the right side to the left side regardless how dark the right side becomes.
Since the brightness/contrast adjustment layer comes with a mask, apply a liniar transparant/black gradient to the layer mask. This will remove the excess of darkness on the right side caused by the adjustment layer.
It is a bit trial and error and you might need some runs to make it fit, but that's why we have ctrl+z.

Another option would be to darken the duplicate layer, add a layer mask and use a very big soft brush to remove the darkness caused by the adjustment layer. Here also its a bit trial and error...

 

[IamSam]

I tried that as well Eggy, but I also still had the blown out area here......


I then tried a gradient layer set to Hard Light and 45% opacity.
Still doesn't look good.


Still experimenting.

Combination of the two?
Still doesn't look right and there's a dark band on the right.

 

[Eggy]

I tried Sam but its almost pure white.
Maybe cloning another part?

 

[Eggy]

I used the clone stamp to fill the blown out parts...

 

[thebestcpu]

I took the image, turned into a smart object, then used the raw camera filter as:

1) Graduated Filter to reduce brightness from UR and LL and increased brightness from the LR
2) Used a Radial filter to focus on the brighter/hotter barn to bring down exposure
3) Then focused on overall tone, contrast, clarity, texture and added in some sharpness

No cloning or healing in this attempt (thught some cloning on the blown out area would be a good next step).
Hope this is helpful
John Wheeler

 

[Landlocation]

They all look great , but this one really has some pop to it, as I need to print this to a 16x20 and I have alot of these to do, now being a rookie, do you think there might be a video on Youtube to walk me through this process so I can imprint this in my brain ? Thanks for the help, Kim .

 

[thebestcpu]

Hi Kim
You can search for tutorials on "Adobe Camera Raw" to understand how to use that particular filter.
I prefer Lynda.com (which has been bought by LinkedIn.com and their training courses (there is a fee).
The course that would cover what I used plus the other tools is a class named Adobe Camera Raw Essential Training
This class should "burn it in" I personally don't believe there is an instant learn option for photoeditors. Dedicated time and practice is needed.
Hope this helps
John Wheeler

The topics covered are:
Learning Objectives:

• Comparing raw and JPEG files
• Correcting lens distortion and perspective problems
• Cropping and straightening a tilted horizon
• Fixing color casts and making creative color adjustments
• Revealing shadow and highlight detail
• Sharpening and reducing noise
• Making localized adjustments
• Converting to black and white
• Retouching portraits: skin, eyes, and teeth
• Automating your workflow
• Merging images for panoramas or HDR images

And here is a listing of everything they cover (each lesson is just a few minutes and you can pick and choose.



Opening files from Adobe Bridge
3m 43s
Starting in Camera Raw instead of Photoshop
2m 28s
Comparing raw and JPEG files
3m 20s
Touring the Camera Raw user interface
4m 37s
Profiles: Setting a baseline for editing raw files
6m 46s
Previewing before and after adjustments
3m 48s
Resetting files in ACR
3m 46s
Choosing the correct Camera Raw settings when handing off files to Photoshop
4m 50s
Saving a copy without going to Photoshop
5m 36s
Correcting lens distortion
3m 50s
Removing chromatic aberration
3m 2s
Automatically correcting perspective using Upright
4m 51s
Using the nondestructive Crop tool
2m 42s
Correcting a tilted horizon
2m 9s
Fixing color casts with the White Balance tool
2m 52s
Using the histogram and clipping warning when adjusting tones
5m 1s
Recovering hidden highlight and shadow detail
4m 4s
Making images pop using Contrast, Clarity, and Dehaze
6m 12s
Boosting an image’s impact using Color Theme 27
4m 46s
Removing small imperfections with the Spot Removal tool
6m 0s
Reducing distracting noise
5m 15s
Sharpening image details
5m 0s
Bringing it all together: From meh to wow!
4m 5s
Enhancing an image using the Graduated Filter
5m 41s
Highlighting important elements using radial gradients
5m 18s
Making selective enhancements using the Adjustment brush
9m 17s
Using the Range Mask tool to isolate local adjustments
6m 32s
Saving presets for the local adjustment tools
1m 49s
Adding creative effects using profiles
3m 4s
Converting images to black and white
6m 24s
Using the Snapshot tool to explore different adjustments
3m 18s
Using HSL for selective color changes
2m 28s
Selective colorization of an image
4m 18s
Creating a hand-colored look using the Adjustment brush
5m 13s
Recreating traditional color toning effects
3m 16s
Simulating cross-process and split-tone effects
5m 47s
Emulating film grain textures
4m 6s
Adding vignettes and border effects
4m 1s
Retouching blemishes with the Spot Removal tool
8m 22s
Making teeth and eyes sparkle with the Adjustment brush
6m 4s
Selective skin softening using negative clarity
5m 51s
Removing red eye and pet eye
1m 19s
Adjusting multiple images in Camera Raw
4m 6s
Synchronizing changes across multiple files
3m 8s
Copying and pasting adjustments across files
3m 20s
Creating and applying Camera Raw presets
5m 36s
Saving multiple files in Camera Raw
2m 40s
Using Image Processor to batch process multiple files
3m 54s
Merging multiple images to create a panorama
4m 23s
Merging multiple exposures to improve dynamic range
2m 43s
Creating a high dynamic range panorama
3m 4s
Next steps
48s

 

[Babine]

From ACR as described by John, denoised overall, numerous and selective applications of curves adjustments on duplicate layers using masks, top left corner replaced with the patch tool, sharpening in darken mode.

 

[Landlocation]

Thanks for the help, Kim