- Import Your Image:
- Open Luminar.
- Add Your Image:
- Import your image by clicking “Open Image” or dragging and dropping your file into the Luminar interface.
- Apply Presets:
- Luminar offers a wide range of presets that can be applied to your image with a single click. Browse through the presets and select the one that suits your image’s mood and style.
- Basic Adjustments:
- Use the “Essentials” panel to make basic adjustments like exposure, contrast, and color temperature.
- Creative Filters:
- Luminar provides various creative filters like “Orton Effect,” “Glow,” and “Sunrays” to add artistic effects to your image.
- Local Adjustments:
- You can use the “Adjustment Brush” or “Gradient Mask” to apply edits selectively to specific parts of the image.
- Noise Reduction and Sharpening:
- Luminar includes tools for reducing noise and sharpening your image.
- Export Your Image:
- Click the “Export” button to save your edited image in your desired format.
Both Photoshop and Luminar have a wide array of tools and capabilities for post-processing. The choice between them often depends on your familiarity with the software and your specific editing needs. Whether you use Photoshop, Luminar, or a combination of both, practice and experimentation are key to becoming proficient in post-processing your images.