As creative professionals, we understand the challenge of working quickly while also striving for high-quality results.
Often, we receive files from various sources, which require us to go into high resolution to fix any errors or make necessary adjustments.
However, we have noticed that many photographers struggle to access the creative tools necessary to explore and push the boundaries of their work.
One of the tools we have found particularly helpful in our own work is the 3D LUT Creator.
With this tool, we can be truly creative with our color grading and push the limits of what we thought was possible.
By using creative profiles instead of presets, we have the flexibility to make adjustments while still maintaining the integrity of our work.
Additionally, we have discovered the importance of understanding processing pipelines and the flexibility of profiles and presets, as well as the benefits of dynamic range extension in profiles.
Key Takeaways
- Access to creative tools is essential for exploring and pushing creative boundaries.
- Using creative profiles instead of presets provides flexibility while maintaining the integrity of the work.
- Understanding processing pipelines and dynamic range extension in profiles can greatly enhance the creative process.
The Challenge of Quick Work
When working quickly, it can be easy to make mistakes and overlook important details.
As a result, we often have to step back and fix any errors that may have occurred during the process.
This is especially true when dealing with files from various sources, such as art directors, graphic designers, and photographers.
While photographers may not necessarily make mistakes, they may struggle with exploring their creative potential due to the overwhelming number of tools available to them.
This can result in a lack of access to creative tools, limiting their ability to experiment with different image styles and grades.
At our organization, we have access to 3D LUT Creator, which allows us to be more creative with our image grades.
We can do outrageous things with color and create unique, visually stunning images.
However, it's important to note that not all images may work with certain grades, and it's often a matter of trial and error to find the perfect fit.
With the release of Camera Raw's Creative Profiles, we now have access to more flexibility and creativity when it comes to grading images.
These profiles are not presets, but rather allow us to make adjustments to the sliders in Camera Raw and Lightroom.
They are applied at the end of the processing pipeline, so it's important to understand how they work and how to make adjustments to achieve the desired effect.
One challenge we faced in the past was extending the dynamic range of each profile automatically.
However, with the development of these Creative Profiles, we were able to incorporate this feature and provide a solution for end-users.
High Resolution Workflow
In our line of work, we often receive files from various sources such as art directors, graphic designers, and photographers.
These files may not always be in high resolution, which means we have to go through a process called "going in high res" to bring them up to the required standard.
To achieve this, we use various tools such as 3D LUT creator to be creative with our color grading and create unique looks.
We can do outrageous things with color and create something beautiful from it.
However, we don't have access to all the images in the universe, so we send it out there into the universe to see what comes back.
We have to be careful not to make the mistake of being too conservative with our grading.
Sometimes, photographers may not have access to creative tools, which limits their ability to explore and create unique looks.
We have to be mindful not to make the mistake of baking all the sliders into a profile and handing it off to someone else.
This is because all of the settings will get baked into it, and the sliders won't respond the way they should.
It's important to note that these creative color grading profiles are not presets, and they are specifically designed to give us all the flexibility with Camera Raw.
These profiles get applied at the end of the processing pipeline, which means we can change the greens to start with and have more control over the final result.
We have extended the dynamic range in each of these profiles automatically, which means the end user doesn't have to worry about it.
It's a solution that we always wanted, and we're glad we were able to incorporate it into our workflow.
Photographers' Creative Limitations
As professionals in the field of photography, we understand the importance of exploring different creative avenues to produce unique and captivating images.
However, we have observed that some photographers tend to limit their creativity due to various reasons.
One of the limitations that we have noticed is the fear of making mistakes.
When working quickly, some photographers may not work carefully, resulting in images that are not up to par.
However, we believe that mistakes are a part of the creative process, and it is essential to step back and fix them to bring the images into high resolution.
Another limitation that we have observed is the lack of exploration by some photographers.
For them, the tools available can be overwhelming, and they may not have access to the creative tools necessary to produce unique images.
We believe that starting from a different place and having access to more creative tools can help photographers explore and produce more creative images.
Additionally, some photographers may be too conservative, using the same techniques and styles repeatedly, resulting in a lack of diversity in their work.
It may be time-consuming or difficult for them to find different ways to grade their images and make them stand out.
Furthermore, some photographers may not have access to the same creative tools that we have, limiting their ability to produce unique and creative images.
The Importance of Exploration
Exploration is crucial in our work, particularly in the field of image editing.
When working quickly, it's easy to make mistakes and overlook details.
However, exploring different options and taking the time to work carefully can lead to a better end result.
We often receive files from various sources, such as art directors, graphic designers, and photographers.
It's important to explore these files thoroughly and bring them into high resolution to ensure the best possible outcome.
Photographers, in particular, may not always explore their tools and techniques to their full potential.
They may stick to what they know works consistently, rather than taking the time to experiment and try new things.
However, having access to creative tools, such as 3D LUT creator, can allow for a greater range of creativity in image editing.
Our team takes pride in exploring different color grading profiles and experimenting with them to create unique and visually stunning results.
We understand the importance of exploring different options and not being afraid to try new things, even if they seem unconventional.
It's important to note that exploration should not be limited to just the tools and techniques available.
It's also crucial to explore different types of images and subjects to fully understand how different editing techniques can be applied.
Access to Creative Tools
Having access to creative tools is crucial for photographers to explore their creativity and produce unique and outstanding images.
However, traditional tools like ACR and Lightroom may not provide enough flexibility for photographers to achieve their desired results.
At our studio, we use 3D LUT creator to be more creative with our grades.
This tool allows us to do outrageous things with color and create something beautiful from it. It is also important to note that the image we start with plays a significant role in the final outcome.
The downside of baking all of the sliders into a profile is that all of the settings will get baked into it, and none of the sliders will respond the way we want them to.
That is why creative color grading profiles are specifically not a preset, and it is important to know that about these profiles.
These profiles are applied at the end of the processing pipeline, which gives us a ton of flexibility to be creative.
Once we understand what these profiles do and how they do it, we can unlock their potential and produce outstanding images.
Moreover, we extended the dynamic range in each of these profiles automatically, which is something we always wanted in Camera Raw.
By putting it into our profile packs, we made it easier for end-users to achieve their desired results.
Introducing 3D LUT Creator
At times, when working quickly, mistakes can happen, especially when dealing with images that are created by different sources. That's where "going in high res" comes in.
With 3D LUT Creator, we have access to creative tools that allow us to be really creative with our grades.
We can do outrageous things with color and create something beautiful from it.
One of the biggest mistakes photographers make is being too conservative. They don't explore enough, and the tools can be overwhelming for them.
Traditional tools like ACR and Lightroom can be limiting when it comes to raw creativity. However, with 3D LUT Creator, we can be really creative with our grades and create something unique.
These creative color grading profiles are not presets, which means we get all the flexibility with Camera Raw.
We get a base look that really does some amazing things and makes big shifts in our images.
The profiles are applied at the end of the processing pipeline, which means we have a ton of flexibility to adjust the sliders in Camera Raw and Lightroom.
One of the coolest things about 3D LUT Creator is that it extends the dynamic range in each of these profiles automatically.
This is something we've always wanted in Camera Raw, and now we have a solution for it.
The frustration of not having a solution for this is now gone, and we can use these profile packs to automatically extend the dynamic range.
Creative Color Grading
At times, we may mess up the image due to the extensive exploration required while working quickly. However, we know how to step back, fix, and repair things to bring it into high resolution.
We receive files from various sources, such as art directors, graphic designers, and photographers. Then, we have to go into high res, which means going in high resolution.
We believe that some photographers are not creative enough, and they do not explore the tools available to them. For many photographers, the tools are overwhelming, and it's hard for them to have access to those tools that allow them the flexibility to do cool things with their images.
The biggest mistake photographers make is being too conservative, and they do not have access to creative tools. They are limited to traditional tools like ACR Lightroom, where they can only play around with it a little bit, but in terms of raw creativity, it's more difficult to accomplish.
We have access to 3D LUT creator, which allows us to be really creative with our grades. We can do outrageous things with color, and we don't even know what some of the stuff can be used for.
We love that someone more creative than us can take a color grade that we've created that just does bizarre things and actually make something beautiful from it. It's not only about having that creativity to do something with the grade but also the image they start with.
We understand that we can't try the grades out on all different types of images, so we send them out there into the universe and see what comes back.
The creative color grading profiles are specifically not a preset because all of the sliders are set to zero, and there are absolute values. There's no such thing as resetting to zero, so all of the settings will get baked into it.
These profiles are applied at the end of the processing pipeline, which means that if you have an image that you've applied that profile to, and you don't want the greens to shift that hard into violet, but maybe you want a little bit of a shift, then you change the greens to start with.
There's a ton of flexibility in there, and once you understand what these profiles do and how they do it, you can wrap your head around what's going on in the background. They're so flexible, and there's so much creativity you can do.
Camera Raw and Creative Profiles
In our work, we often receive image files from various sources, including art directors, graphic designers, and photographers. These files may need to be explored and repaired before we can work with them at a high resolution.
When it comes to photographers, we have observed that many of them tend to be conservative in their approach and may not explore the full potential of the tools available to them. This could be due to the overwhelming nature of the tools or the lack of access to creative tools.
To address this issue, we have been using the 3D LUT creator to create creative profiles that allow us to be more creative with our grades. These profiles are not presets and can be applied at the end of the processing pipeline, providing us with the flexibility to make adjustments to the sliders in Camera Raw and Lightroom.
One of the advantages of these profiles is that they automatically extend the dynamic range, which is something we have always wanted in Camera Raw.
We have also found that changing the hue of the greens in the HSL tab can help to control the amount of shift in the colors.
Understanding Processing Pipelines
In our work, we often encounter images that require a lot of exploration and processing. We receive files from various sources, such as art directors, graphic designers, and photographers, which we then have to bring into high resolution. This process is known as "going in high res."
One of the biggest mistakes photographers make is being too conservative with their images. They may not have access to the creative tools needed to explore different ways to grade their images.
For example, traditional tools like ACR and Lightroom offer limited flexibility for raw creativity. However, with access to 3D LUT creator, we can be much more creative with our grades and do outrageous things with color.
Creative profiles are a new feature in Camera Raw that offer a lot of flexibility. They allow us to apply a base look that makes significant shifts in our images, but we still have access to all the ranges of sliders in Camera Raw and Lightroom.
These profiles are not presets and are applied at the end of the processing pipeline, which means we have a lot of flexibility to adjust the sliders to achieve the desired results.
One important thing to note is that these profiles automatically extend the dynamic range of each image. This is something we have always wanted in Camera Raw, and we are thrilled to have found a solution for it.
By using these profile packs, we can offer end-users a lot of flexibility and creativity in their work.
The Flexibility of Profiles and Presets
At times, exploring different options while working quickly can lead to mistakes in our images. However, we can always step back, fix, and repair these mistakes to bring them into high resolution.
We often receive files from various sources, such as art directors, graphic designers, and photographers, and we need to go into high resolution to ensure that the images meet our standards.
Photographers may not always be creative enough, and the tools available to them can be overwhelming, making it difficult for them to access creative tools that allow them to be more flexible with their images.
They may also be used to working in a way that gets consistent results, making it time-consuming or difficult to try different ways to grade their images and make them unique.
With access to the 3D LUT creator, we can be creative with our grades and do outrageous things with color.
The new browser in Camera Raw makes it easy to access creative profiles that allow us to be more flexible with our grades.
Unlike presets, these profiles are not a set of baked-in sliders that reset everything to zero. Instead, we get all the flexibility of Camera Raw, allowing us to make adjustments and changes to the sliders as we see fit.
Another advantage of these profiles is that they are applied at the end of the processing pipeline. This means that if we don't want certain colors to shift too much, we can change the colors to start with, and the profiles will adjust accordingly.
Dynamic Range Extension in Profiles
We have developed creative color grading profiles that offer a lot of flexibility with Camera Raw.
These profiles provide a base look that can make significant shifts in your images while also allowing for all the ranges of the sliders in Camera Raw and Lightroom.
One of the most exciting features of these profiles is that they extend the dynamic range of each image automatically. This means that each profile can handle a wider range of exposure values, making it easier to achieve a more balanced and even-toned image.
Previously, we had faced frustration with the limited dynamic range of Camera Raw and Lightroom. We always wanted a solution that would allow us to extend the dynamic range and capture more detail in our images.
Now, with these profiles, we have achieved that goal and can create images that are more vibrant and detailed than ever before.
It's important to note that these profiles are not presets and are specifically designed to avoid the downside of baking all the sliders into a profile.
Instead, they are applied at the end of the processing pipeline, which means that they provide all the flexibility of Camera Raw and Lightroom while still delivering the benefits of a base look.
In addition, these profiles are crafted using 3D LUT creator, which allows us to be incredibly creative with our color grading.
We can do outrageous things with color and create looks that we never thought possible.
The flexibility of these profiles is truly impressive, and we are excited to see how other photographers will use them to create unique and stunning images.
Overall, the dynamic range extension in these profiles is a game-changer for us and has opened up new possibilities for our work.
We are thrilled to be able to offer these profiles to other photographers and can't wait to see what they will create with them.
