Robert Herb Photography Blog

An AI-generated image that best defines the content of this blog post. As underwater photographers, we are fortunate to dive into some of Earth's most awe-inspiring and challenging settings. Every dive invites us into an adventure filled with the potential for new discoveries, showcasing vibrant marine creatures and stunning underwater landscapes that our cameras are eager to capture. However, we must recognize that after the dive and our careful rinsing to remove the saltwater, the journey of each photo has only just begun. In reality, it’s during the post-dive editing stage that the real artistry unfolds. This vital step encompasses more than just tweaking colors or cropping pictures; it’s a captivating craft in its own right. Through editing, we revive our images, enhancing colors, sharpening delicate details, and honestly expressing the atmosphere of our underwater experiences. Each adjustment tells a part of the unique narrative of our adventures beneath the surface, transfo...

An AI-generated image that represents AI-powered color Recovery for Underwater Photos . This blog updates a previously written blog  (Nov 6, 2024— How to Recover Lost Colors in Underwater Photos Using Lightroom).   Adobe is constantly updating its tools and capabilities. These new AI tools require me to take a fresh approach to color correction for underwater photos. I hope this update helps you in your editing. Underwater photography poses unique challenges, with color loss being one of the most significant obstacles. The deeper you dive, the more reds, oranges, and yellows fade away, leaving your images dominated by blues and greens. Fortunately, Adobe Lightroom's AI-driven tools are transforming underwater photo editing, making it easier than ever to restore true-to-life colors. This comprehensive guide explores the science of underwater color loss , the latest AI-powered tools in Lightroom , and step-by-step workflows for precise color restoration . By the end, you'll have...

Black-and-white photography possesses a unique power that elevates underwater imagery into realms of timeless artistry, where contrast, texture, and mood dominate the visual narrative. The ocean's deep blues and vibrant hues are undeniably captivating, yet a new dimension emerges when you strip away color. This transformation allows the viewer to engage more deeply with the fundamental aspects of the image. Imagine the way sunlight filters through the water, creating a delicate interplay of light and shadow that dances across the ocean's surface and the subjects within it. In monochrome, these gentle gradients and stark contrasts become even more pronounced, drawing attention to the intricate shapes of marine life. Each ripple and swell can be captured in all its expressive glory, highlighting the fluidity of movement often lost amid a riot of color. Textures take on a new significance in black and white. The roughness of coral formations, the smooth gliding of fish, and the so...