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Welcome back to Robert Herb Photography's weekly Blog! Over a year ago, I posted an article titled "Some Basic Steps to Use for Processing Underwater Photos Using Lightroom." Since then, there have been major advancements in both Adobe Lightroom and camera technology. It's about time we revisited and expanded upon those basic steps, integrating the latest features and techniques to enhance the quality of your underwater photos. Understanding the Basics Recap of Basic Adjustments  Before delving into the more advanced editing options, it's important to grasp and apply the basic adjustments. These fundamental adjustments, such as exposure, contrast, highlights, shadows, whites, and blacks, form the cornerstone of photo editing. Mastering these adjustments is crucial for producing high-quality final images. Importance of Color Correction Underwater photography often suffers from a blue/green cast due to the water filtering out other colors. Correcting t...

Overview: If you're interested in underwater photography, you may have noticed that the pictures you take often don't look as beautiful as you remember seeing them. This is because the underwater environment is different from what we're used to on land and requires a special approach when editing your photos. Adobe Lightroom is a powerful tool that can help you enhance your underwater photos. In this guide, I'll show you some essential techniques to bring out the vivid colors and clarity hidden in your underwater photos. Below are 8 different tools within Adobe Lightroom that will help you transform your underwater photos into photos that you will be proud of. 1. White Balance Adjustments:  Underwater photography can be challenging due to the predominant blue or green tint that often masks the true colors of the scene. However, Lightroom's White Balance Selector tool can be used to make necessary adjustments to the temperature and tint sliders, which can help to ...

Introduction: Embarking on the mesmerizing journey of underwater photography can be both thrilling and daunting, especially for enthusiasts who are new to the craft. To help you navigate through the sea of technical terms, I've compiled a list of 25 essential lens and camera terms that might leave beginners scratching their heads. Let's dive in and demystify the language of underwater photography! Aperture: Definition: The aperture is the opening in the camera lens through which light passes. It is measured in f-stops, with lower values (e.g., f/2.8) indicating larger openings and higher values (e.g., f/16) denoting smaller openings. A wider aperture allows more light to reach the camera sensor, making it crucial for low-light underwater conditions.       2. Shutter Speed: Definition: Shutter speed refers to the amount of time the camera's shutter remains open. It is measured in seconds or fractions of a second. Faster shutter speeds (e.g., 1/1000s) freeze fast-movi...