"Refined Contrast and Detail Adjustments Using Split Channel Mode" copyright © 2009 Van Brollini (click here or on any image to download the 11.8 MB PDF file):

Many people have asked how to use Lucis to achieve incredible HDR looks from a single image. This Application Note answers that question.

With Lucis Pro 6 you have incredible control to refine image contrast and detail using Split Channel Mode. This is by far the best way to enhance image contrast and detail. Create anything subtle adjustments to an HDR image from a single image.

Click here to download the original image (4.3 MB). Click here to download the final Lucis-enhanced image (5.9 MB).

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