Say howdy to my first go at a beer butt bar-b-que chicken. I was wondering if anyone could help negotiate the "exposure" adjustment on my computer's digital photo tool. While the overall basic over / under "exposure" adjustment is clear, I don't however understand what the histogram graph represents nor how the "levels" (very bottom) adjustment works or what I'm manipulating when its adjusted. Anyone have any input, would be greatly appreciated. I've adjusted the "levels" and "exposure" adjustments to high and low ranges, and have taken a screen shot to indicate the resulting image.
P.S. the first image is the native photo unaltered and the last image is my flame broiled product. Despite its appearance it was fantastic.
mmm,delicious looking bird but I don't know the answer to your questions even though my camera has the same indicators. I just play with the colors until I like them. I will wait for enlightenment from someone who can help...
ReplyDeleteMy mouth is watering...I like your choice of beer. Now as to the question of levels etc. I'm not familiar with Iphoto but generally levels refer to shadows, highlights and middletones which can be adjusted independently. I'll admit that most of my "expertise" comes from fiddling with exposure, color, contrast etc 'til I get something I like. Try adjusting the levels before adjusting brightness, contrast and saturation (when working with color).
ReplyDeleteThanks guys, appreciate the feedback. And that was one lip smacking meal. Gwen's a vegetarian so Yuri (dog) and I ended up napping from over eating chicken with greasy grins. After a bit of fiddling and googling I found an explanation, albeit a bit technical still helped.
ReplyDeleteiPhoto Using Adjust Palette