Remember in LR you never touch the RAW files. All the adjustments are just on top of that RAW file. Thanks for watching. Please give it a LIKE if you enjoy it. And consider subscribing. See you next Sunday.
Just remember, when a photographer pushes their preset packs at you - they are all global adjustments. Always better to take the time and learn things like Nigel is showing. Every picture is individual.
Agree. Nigel teaches you concepts that work even with your entry level camera. Presets can be a disaster when you have your entry oevel cam and the preset was built on that $4k camera...
Can't be stayed enough, it's easy to think one of your presets is a go to for every picture. They're good foundations for learning to edit, but once you get how color grading and things work, it opens up a whole new door to some sick edits 🔥
@flippy5118 Yes, this is true. I use presets all the time - my own presets. It's very easy to make your own presets and if you name them well you'll know what type of picture they suit.
Of course I love your photos, you work is amazing. However, today I'm commenting here to tell you that from a digital marketing perspective you're doing an awesome job. I don't know if someone is helping you or you're proceeding by yourself, but social media and digital marketing is my specialization and I think it's rare to find someone capable of maintain authenticity and focus on its "brand" without allowing the hunger of follower distracting him. Great, great job!
I've been following the channel for about a year now and my editing has evolved so much in that time due to all the lightroom tips here. The local adjustments and fine saturation and luminosity controls are a game changer once you get used to using them.
Finally a good tutorial.... tired of seeing tutorials in lightroom just pumping the vibrance up and getting overly saturated photos, it doesn't even look good or real. Really nice vids and explanation, keep it up
Just swing that exposure back-and-forth to the two extremes! Great tip! Been using Lightroom for a couple years, and in a fraction of a second this helps you get your bearings before editing. Thanks for the great idea.
There are tons of videos out there with the same title. This is the only one that actually is gold in it's simplicity. No fancy curves, just simple things to keep in mind. Nice work!
You know what I liked the most? That you explained/revealed how you edit your pic whilst showing the screen and the process. Sure it was not perfect as you said in the video, but it gives you the idea on wot to do next. Well done Nigel!
this HDR-blending tip will save me from alot of headache i head for some years now while taking nature shots This shot of the tree in the snow might be one of my favorite photos you've shown us
I am an illustrator and I am getting into photography and I just now realized something interesting. In painting/illustration you are literally creating the composition from a blank cavas and every detail that exists in the final image has to be handmade. So in painting we are encouraged to draw only where it is necessary. Areas in shadow should be less detailed because that looks more natural and it helps the viewer's eyes to focus on the lighter areas. We should seldomly draw detail away from the focus of the image, and are discouraged to use progressive smaller brushes as we zoom in more and more since we want the entire image to feel unified and we want to use the visible brushtrokes to express ourselves. But in fotography, while the fundamentals are the same, the stranghs and drawbacks are quite the opposite... You don't have godlike control over the subject, you can't just move mountains to fit better on your frame but if you did everything right all the detail should be inprinted in a photo in a fraction of a second after the you presse the button. And it seems like you are encouraged to rescue every detail that was captures by the camera.
Lots of great pointers to help with Lightroom. You put it in a way that it’s easy to understand, I’m very grateful for that. Thank you, Nigel. Your images always look so good. Lightroom editing is something I really want to get into, but have been scared to start, not knowing how destructive the tools might be, re my lack of knowledge. I understand photoshop a lot better, but now, following your tips here, and on your previous videos, you have given me the confidence to have a go! Thank you so much.
@@NigelDanson Also as a bonus this saves space as the only thing Lightroom saves is the settings applied to the photograph (unless you import it into Photoshop, then it will create a .tiff).
Thanks for sharing Nigel! I was always curious as to what all these filters were for and you have made it easy to understand and feel what you felt then!
Nigel, I watch a lot of videos on photography and your the first to connect all the dots. Oftentimes struggle deciding what a photo needs, your explanation makes so much since. Thanks for inspiring me to try these things.
By the way, I enjoy your RUclips page everything you put out is really good excellent and also I like the way you do your filming videos and also your photography is amazing. You expired me to do so much more thank you I appreciate that and thank you for your tips on editingand certain ideas for what cameras and what lenses? Thank you.
My favorite way to handle saturation is export to Photoshop, switch to lab mode, and play with levels adjustment layers on the a and b channels, then blend into original image. Can get incredibly rich colors that way with no color clipping. Wish I didn't have to go to Photoshop to do it
I have to congratulate you on an absolutely outstanding video Nigel! I have watched many of your videos but this took what I thought I understood onto another level! Thank you and well done!
As a beginner photographer who feels overwhelmed with Lightroom and the amount of things to change thanks Nigel. I’ll be sure to use these tips to help find my Lightroom groove. Spending time locally instead of globally is going to be big for me.
This makes me seriously consider finally getting LR, after a few months of using sony's own software (imaging edge) and GIMP. It looks so user friendly compared to what I'm used to and being able to do local adjustments is really a game changer.
I've spent the last three years learning as many techniques as I could, Nigel. It's been a bit of an eye opener to be reminded of a few basics (such as HSL). I've got quite tricksy, and possibly over complicated some things. This has reminded me of Split Toning, too. I had been getting some good results with that, but it seems to have got lost by the wayside, somewhere. Thanks for the reminders. p.s. I've never used Lightroom, but all of these techniques have analogues in PS, in one way or another.
Just found this channel, absolutely amazing! As a relative beginner to photography and editing, this video was amazing. Very concise, loved the explanations for each part and was easy to follow. Wish more people did this instead of trying to push nonsense preset packs on you or filling you with completely false knowledge. Earned a like and follow 100%!
You mentioned using dehaze and clarity to create an ethereal look, and I love that method myself, I'm curious to know if you've ever used diffusion filters in your woodland scenes?
Okay tip 5 actually blew my mind! I never actually thought about using that for landscape photography. Brilliant! Great video and thank you for all the helpful tips!
Nigel, I'm a huge fan of your photography. I'm not even a year into my photography journey but your advice has helped me on a profound level. Thank you so much for everything you do.
Thank you for your careful picture enhancements that treat these landscapes so well! Not easy to understand your accent ;-) Best regards from Germany, Joerg.
Wow - I have learnt so much from this and it has really changed the way I review my photos: thank you! I would love it if you could talk a picture through from start to finish - what settings did you use, what focal points, metering...all that stuff we have to think about in the field... and then post-processing to get the end result. There are loads of enthuisiasts like me that just take joy out of sharing a good photograph...but are inspired by generous professionals like you!
I'm going to watch this seven more times. Great techniques.
Remember in LR you never touch the RAW files. All the adjustments are just on top of that RAW file. Thanks for watching. Please give it a LIKE if you enjoy it. And consider subscribing. See you next Sunday.
What was the location of the mountain? looks really amazing
Just remember, when a photographer pushes their preset packs at you - they are all global adjustments. Always better to take the time and learn things like Nigel is showing. Every picture is individual.
Lol I got an ad for a preset pack before the video started.
Agree. Nigel teaches you concepts that work even with your entry level camera. Presets can be a disaster when you have your entry oevel cam and the preset was built on that $4k camera...
Can't be stayed enough, it's easy to think one of your presets is a go to for every picture. They're good foundations for learning to edit, but once you get how color grading and things work, it opens up a whole new door to some sick edits 🔥
@flippy5118 Yes, this is true. I use presets all the time - my own presets. It's very easy to make your own presets and if you name them well you'll know what type of picture they suit.
Great video. Great photos. I loved the one with the white tree and the green tree. Amazing how you gave them a life.
Of course I love your photos, you work is amazing. However, today I'm commenting here to tell you that from a digital marketing perspective you're doing an awesome job. I don't know if someone is helping you or you're proceeding by yourself, but social media and digital marketing is my specialization and I think it's rare to find someone capable of maintain authenticity and focus on its "brand" without allowing the hunger of follower distracting him. Great, great job!
I've been following the channel for about a year now and my editing has evolved so much in that time due to all the lightroom tips here. The local adjustments and fine saturation and luminosity controls are a game changer once you get used to using them.
Awesome
@@NigelDanson I appreciate the channel and love all the tips and tricks. You really got me going with my wide angle lens as well. Keep it up!
Finally a good tutorial.... tired of seeing tutorials in lightroom just pumping the vibrance up and getting overly saturated photos, it doesn't even look good or real. Really nice vids and explanation, keep it up
Just swing that exposure back-and-forth to the two extremes! Great tip! Been using Lightroom for a couple years, and in a fraction of a second this helps you get your bearings before editing. Thanks for the great idea.
There are tons of videos out there with the same title. This is the only one that actually is gold in it's simplicity. No fancy curves, just simple things to keep in mind. Nice work!
Nigel, your channel is the best. You're knowledgeable, humble, and your content is exactly what I need to step up my game. Thanks!
You know what I liked the most? That you explained/revealed how you edit your pic whilst showing the screen and the process. Sure it was not perfect as you said in the video, but it gives you the idea on wot to do next. Well done Nigel!
this HDR-blending tip will save me from alot of headache i head for some years now while taking nature shots
This shot of the tree in the snow might be one of my favorite photos you've shown us
Wow finally a youtuber that actually taught me some new things
The negative clarity stunned me
I am an illustrator and I am getting into photography and I just now realized something interesting. In painting/illustration you are literally creating the composition from a blank cavas and every detail that exists in the final image has to be handmade. So in painting we are encouraged to draw only where it is necessary. Areas in shadow should be less detailed because that looks more natural and it helps the viewer's eyes to focus on the lighter areas. We should seldomly draw detail away from the focus of the image, and are discouraged to use progressive smaller brushes as we zoom in more and more since we want the entire image to feel unified and we want to use the visible brushtrokes to express ourselves. But in fotography, while the fundamentals are the same, the stranghs and drawbacks are quite the opposite... You don't have godlike control over the subject, you can't just move mountains to fit better on your frame but if you did everything right all the detail should be inprinted in a photo in a fraction of a second after the you presse the button. And it seems like you are encouraged to rescue every detail that was captures by the camera.
Hey great insight! Thanks!
Thanks Nigel, you did not make it too complicated for beginners like me , will watch many more of your videos till i get there
Really great video and I really appreciate how you are teaching, not only what to click but what to think about - very well done!
Love the videos Nigel very helpful with landscape photography
Excellent work, mate. The image capability assessment in particular is a great starting point.
I LOVE HIGHLAND!!!!!!!!!!! so great drone can still fly in windy weather..with such great stability.
The best Lightroom editing tutorial ever.
Really cool. Never went too much in grading but made me many to experiment a lot more
Your videos are always helpful. Thanks from Japan!
you are a good teacher Nigel thank you for this video.
Wow this short tutorial was packed with incredible tips, thank you
You're great man, this way of working is very important to focus on details in areas...this is going to improve my pictures, I'm glad! Thanks!
Awesome video. Thanks Nigel!
This video was really well done! Super helpful. Thanks!
you are so good at teaching it's unbelievable!!!!
Thanks Nigel, These are great tips, defiantly I'm gonna make my drone shots look better. thanks a lot..
At last an easy to follow and very informative video
Thanks so much, so amazing to get to learn from you !
Oh my. Thank you so much. New to editing. Very useful.
I learned a lot from this video, in particular the power of local adjustments and the HDR images.
Exposure up/down is a great tip, helps identify where to focus. Thks.
Lots of great pointers to help with Lightroom. You put it in a way that it’s easy to understand, I’m very grateful for that. Thank you, Nigel.
Your images always look so good.
Lightroom editing is something I really want to get into, but have been scared to start, not knowing how destructive the tools might be, re my lack of knowledge.
I understand photoshop a lot better, but now, following your tips here, and on your previous videos, you have given me the confidence to have a go!
Thank you so much.
Lightroom is actually easier and non-destructive. You never actually change the RAW image
@@NigelDanson Also as a bonus this saves space as the only thing Lightroom saves is the settings applied to the photograph (unless you import it into Photoshop, then it will create a .tiff).
That photo with the snow-covered tree is phenomenal.
Thanks for sharing Nigel! I was always curious as to what all these filters were for and you have made it easy to understand and feel what you felt then!
Nigel, I watch a lot of videos on photography and your the first to connect all the dots. Oftentimes struggle deciding what a photo needs, your explanation makes so much since. Thanks for inspiring me to try these things.
Thank you for your adjustment ideas.
What a video bro! Can't thank you enough! Thank you so much you made life so much easier!
By the way, I enjoy your RUclips page everything you put out is really good excellent and also I like the way you do your filming videos and also your photography is amazing. You expired me to do so much more thank you I appreciate that and thank you for your tips on editingand certain ideas for what cameras and what lenses? Thank you.
Great job. As an intermediate LR user gave me more the think about especially regarding using more local adjustments. Thank you
This is creative gold brother! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. New subscriber!
My favorite way to handle saturation is export to Photoshop, switch to lab mode, and play with levels adjustment layers on the a and b channels, then blend into original image. Can get incredibly rich colors that way with no color clipping. Wish I didn't have to go to Photoshop to do it
I have to congratulate you on an absolutely outstanding video Nigel! I have watched many of your videos but this took what I thought I understood onto another level!
Thank you and well done!
Thank you Nigel, well presented and very helpful. Just flicked through your website, hope all is well and you're in good health
Thank you so much. This was Gold!
As a beginner photographer who feels overwhelmed with Lightroom and the amount of things to change thanks Nigel. I’ll be sure to use these tips to help find my Lightroom groove. Spending time locally instead of globally is going to be big for me.
loved it thanks! learnt some good points today
I took so much from this video...thanks Nigel, now subscribed and will be perving at all your other videos. Thanks mate
Really enjoy your videos ! Great tips 😃
Really interesting video and some great tips. Thank you.
Installed, everything works, thanks!
Absolutely marvelous, Nigel! I've learned so much! Thank you!!
This makes me seriously consider finally getting LR, after a few months of using sony's own software (imaging edge) and GIMP. It looks so user friendly compared to what I'm used to and being able to do local adjustments is really a game changer.
some very basic tips but quite useful for bringing out the best from your photographs in post processing !
Another really useful video, interesting too thanks Nigel.
Very helpful tutorial and look forward to more of your wise words...
Once again, so informative! Thank you
Great, very informative video. Thanks Nigel.
Thank you Nigel for a very helpful and practical video. Very well put together :)
Nigel, you are so knowledgeable! We appreciate the great tips and will put them to use in the future.
I've spent the last three years learning as many techniques as I could, Nigel. It's been a bit of an eye opener to be reminded of a few basics (such as HSL).
I've got quite tricksy, and possibly over complicated some things. This has reminded me of Split Toning, too. I had been getting some good results with that, but it seems to have got lost by the wayside, somewhere.
Thanks for the reminders.
p.s. I've never used Lightroom, but all of these techniques have analogues in PS, in one way or another.
Just found this channel, absolutely amazing! As a relative beginner to photography and editing, this video was amazing. Very concise, loved the explanations for each part and was easy to follow. Wish more people did this instead of trying to push nonsense preset packs on you or filling you with completely false knowledge. Earned a like and follow 100%!
Thank You Nigel! You explain things so clearly. Excited to apply your tips to my images. Thanks again!!
Great video, this has really helped me understand what I’m doing in Lightroom a bit better. Thanks Nigel!
Now, this was a great video full of sensible advice. I really liked the pictures you chose to demonstrate the points you made, great examples!
You mentioned using dehaze and clarity to create an ethereal look, and I love that method myself, I'm curious to know if you've ever used diffusion filters in your woodland scenes?
Wonderful tips and refresher. Thank you!
Thank you so much for this Nigel - It's what I like most about your site. Thank you.
I didn’t expect to learn so many new things! thank you 🙏🏽
Excellent tip...
Very nice and useful
Just the best photo RUclipsr ever:) Thank you so much!
😊
Thank you Nigel, a really helpful video. I can't wait to join one of your workshops. This was really helpful, again thank you.
Okay tip 5 actually blew my mind! I never actually thought about using that for landscape photography. Brilliant! Great video and thank you for all the helpful tips!
Nigel, I'm a huge fan of your photography. I'm not even a year into my photography journey but your advice has helped me on a profound level. Thank you so much for everything you do.
Very useful and through video. Had to like and subscribe. Thanks for putting out such great content
Thank you for your careful picture enhancements that treat these landscapes so well! Not easy to understand your accent ;-) Best regards from Germany, Joerg.
Great video I needed this got me thinking 🤔
Great tips, especially liked the way you deal with contrast.
Thanks for this great content. It helps me a lot.
I learned soooo much! Thank you❤🔥👏🏽Can’t to start editing!
Wow - I have learnt so much from this and it has really changed the way I review my photos: thank you! I would love it if you could talk a picture through from start to finish - what settings did you use, what focal points, metering...all that stuff we have to think about in the field... and then post-processing to get the end result. There are loads of enthuisiasts like me that just take joy out of sharing a good photograph...but are inspired by generous professionals like you!
Fantastic Nigel, always inspiring me to improve my editing skills!
appreciate you :) such beautiful adventures!
GREAT ADVICE ABOUT "Preset packs"...we should all be learning to create our OWN presets! :) Thanks for this video..
Thank you for the video. You made me think a lot about I use clarity.
I appreciate your clarity tip 🙏🏻
Subscribed 👍👍nice video
Such a great and easy to follow video. Thank you so much! I am a beginner in Lightroom and this just changed my understanding of how to use this tool.
One of the best video in this week. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Amnon in NYC.
Thanks a lot
Ok, this is incredibly helpful. Thank you for making this.
Thanks a lot for this great video !
Thanks Nigel. Helpful, interesting and informative as always.
Awesome video, I’m guilty of many of these. Never thought about removing clarity and adding haze.
Great stuff, thanks Nigel. Massive fan of your LR tips videos, always very helpful
your videos are super helpful, thankyou for making content :)
A lot of good tips, thank you.
Very helpful so thank you.