If you just downloaded Exposure and you’re not sure what is next, this video is for you. This tutorial was written to expressly demonstrate the basic steps of post processing in Exposure. Watch the video for an overview of Exposure’s end-to-end workflow. We show you how to copy images from a camera card, then how to organize, apply filters, and sort out the best photos from the shoot. You’ll also see how to apply editing adjustments, switch between workspaces, apply creative presets, and more. By the end, you’ll have a solid basic understanding of how to use Exposure. The post Getting S ..read more

An organized photo library is easy to navigate, so you can always quickly find the image you’re thinking of. We made this video to show you how to organize your images in Exposure. We touch on creating classification systems with star ratings, color labels, and more. Watch the tutorial to learn how Exposure’s organizing tools operate. We demonstrate how to apply labels, ratings, or flags to organize images. With those in place, we show you how to use Exposure’s filter, sort, and search abilities to find the exact shots you’re after. The post Tagging, Filtering, Sorting, and Searching appeare ..read more

Beautiful, dramatic skies are a powerful feature to capture in a photograph. The camera, however, will overexpose skies when balancing the image exposure, which can wash out color and detail. This creates a need for only applying adjustments to the bright areas without touching the rest of the image. This video was made to show you how to capture details in skies like this with Exposure. Watch it to learn how to apply corrections in Exposure to recapture any lost details in a bright sky. We demonstrate how to use layers and layer masks to seamlessly blend adjustments in with the photo. By th ..read more

Exposure has powerful functionality for managing libraries of image files, and offers automatic solutions to handle the process for you. This video was made to demonstrate how you can benefit from managing your images in Exposure. Watch it to learn how Exposure’s catalog-free workflow operates. You’ll see how to browse images on your computer, add folder bookmarks, adjust image metadata, and more. We even show how to organize image files and folders from within Exposure. The post Managing Image Files appeared first on Exposure Software ..read more

Virtual copies are a great editing tool for experimenting with creative looks. In Exposure, you can create as many virtual copies as you’d like without filling up your hard drive with duplicate files. We made this video to show you how to use virtual copies to try different editing adjustments on the same image. Watch the quick lesson to learn how virtual copies in Exposure operate. We demonstrate how to create new virtual copies, rename, move, copy, and delete them. We also show you how to compare virtual copies on the screen side by side in Exposure. The post Virtual Copies appeared first ..read more

Vignettes are a great creative tool that can strengthen energy and mood in a photo, or subtly draw attention to the subject. The appearance of the vignette can be widely varied, from a sharp mechanical edge, to a free-flowing organic look that blends seamlessly with the image. This video demonstrates how to apply vignettes in Exposure. Watch it to learn how to create unique vignettes that perfectly match with your photos. We show you how to control the size, edges, vignette shape and more. We also show you how you can make your vignette appear more analog with distortion and layering. The po ..read more

The overlays in Exposure are a great option for creating looks with dense texture. They can beautifully enhance your images, and Exposure gives you a lot of freedom in how you apply them. This tutorial was made to demonstrate the process. Watch the video to learn how to apply a creative mixture of borders, light effects, and textures to your images. We also demonstrate how to import your own. The post Creative Overlays appeared first on Exposure Software ..read more

Regardless of where your photos will be displayed, exporting your finished work is the last major step in post-production. We made this video to show you how to export images from Exposure. Watch the video and learn how to control aspects of your exported photos. We demonstrate how to specify the size, file type, and quality settings for the images you export. Additionally, you’ll see how you can include watermarks, output sharpening, and more. The post Exporting Images appeared first on Exposure Software ..read more

Film grain is the visual texture of processed photographic film. The appearance of grain can be widely varied, from the chunky grain of a vintage black and white photo, to a subtle grain that barely kisses the highlights. We made this video to show you how to create grain effects in Exposure. Watch the video and learn how to add realistic grain effects to your photos. We show grain presets that give the look and feel of real analog film and how to build up a unique look from scratch. The post Film Grain appeared first on Exposure Software ..read more

Exposure’s library of film emulation presets include over 500 carefully-curated looks, in 25 categories. We made this tutorial to show you where to browse for various looks in Exposure. Watch the video for a tour through presets in Exposure that span the entire history of film photography. There are color presets that include iconic film styles such as Fuji Superia or Kodak Portra, which have lower contrast to give portraits healthy-looking skin. There are stunning black and white looks, like Kodak Tri-X and Ilford HP5, that work for virtually any type of photo. There are also vintage select ..read more