SUMMARY
Photographer Serge Ramelli reveals 10 advanced Lightroom editing techniques that leverage AI masking and sophisticated dodge-and-burn workflows to enhance images. These methods go beyond simple slider adjustments, focusing on precise control over exposure, white balance, and color. Ramelli demonstrates how to use AI masks for selective adjustments on elements like sky and architecture, and employs layered gradients and subtle brushwork for dramatic lighting effects. He also details specific color grading looks, such as the high-contrast selective color effect, to achieve professional-level results.
TAKEAWAYS
Prioritize exposure correction before adjusting white balance for accurate color.
Utilize AI-powered masks for independent adjustments of sky, architecture, and ground.
Apply dodge and burn techniques with subtle brushwork and feathering for dimension.
Experiment with selective color grading for dramatic, warm-toned images.