Bobby Deal
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So I have been experimenting a lot with different processes for my B&W conversions lately. Specifically with blending multiple layers with different conversion methods and blending modes. What I would like to know is which of the following 3 versions of the same image you all prefer and why.
Original Natural Light Shot
Version 1.
Basic Custom Conversion using Phohtoshop Black and White Dialog Adjustments
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Version 2.
Original B&W plus the addition of a duplicate layer with a custom cyan to white gradient map, blending mode Soft light opacity around 60%
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Version 3. Composite of version 2 with an additional duplicate layer of original B&W conversion with adjustments to blue channel in Channel mixer to deepen shadows, blending mode Vivid Light opacity 25%
Original Natural Light Shot
Version 1.
Basic Custom Conversion using Phohtoshop Black and White Dialog Adjustments
Version 2.
Original B&W plus the addition of a duplicate layer with a custom cyan to white gradient map, blending mode Soft light opacity around 60%
Version 3. Composite of version 2 with an additional duplicate layer of original B&W conversion with adjustments to blue channel in Channel mixer to deepen shadows, blending mode Vivid Light opacity 25%