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An AI-generated image that best represents the content of this blog post. Underwater Water Color Correction: Fixing Green and Murky Hues in Lightroom Weekly Tips & Tricks for Underwater Photography  Green. Murky. Milky. We’ve all been there. Even when utilizing the highest-quality strobes and the most meticulously adjusted white balance settings, there are still certain dives where the water's color can transform your underwater photos into images that resemble something out of a murky swamp rather than capturing the vibrant and lively essence of a colorful coral reef. This phenomenon can occur for various reasons, including algae blooms that cloud the water, poor visibility due to sediment or particles, or the effects of deep ambient light filtering through the surface. However, the good news is that with the powerful editing capabilities of Lightroom, it’s possible to correct those unnatural water hues. By applying the proper adjustments, a shot that might initially seem...

Underwater photography is a captivating art form that demands unwavering patience, refined skill, and the right tools and equipment to achieve stunning results. Among the myriad of challenges that underwater photographers encounter, issues such as reflections and glare are particularly significant. These unwanted distractions—often caused by the shimmering surface water, glossy marine life, or the reflective bounce-back of strobe lights—can significantly diminish your photographs' emotional impact and visual beauty. Fortunately, Adobe Lightroom has a powerful arsenal of editing tools, including innovative AI-powered features, designed to address these common problems effectively. In this post, I will take you on a journey through various techniques to reduce or eliminate reflections and glare, ensuring that your underwater photos stand out and resonate with viewers for all the right reasons.   Let's examine these methods in detail, providing at least five practical examples fo...

Underwater photo processing can be a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be. With a few simple tips and tricks, you can easily edit your underwater photos in Lightroom to bring out the best in them. Here are a few things to keep in mind when editing underwater photos: Adjust the exposure.  Underwater photos are often underexposed, so it's important to adjust the exposure to make them brighter. You can do this by increasing the exposure slider in the Develop panel. Remove backscatter.  Backscatter is the tiny particles of plankton and other debris that can be seen in underwater photos. It can be a nuisance, but it's easy to remove. Simply use the Spot Removal tool to select the backscatter and then click the Delete button. Adjust the white balance.  The white balance of underwater photos can be affected by the color of the water. To adjust the white balance, use the White Balance tool to select a neutral reference point. You can do this by clicking on a piece of white co...