Post processing dictates the mood and feel of an image.

One of the things that takes a photo up a level of quality and meaning is post processing. Post processing is a term used to describe the work done to a picture after it has been taken.  How a photo is post processes influences the tone and feeling. There are a few images that make, and know right away what post techniques we will use. But there a lot of photos that are versatile, looking good in several different variations. Since post processing plays a big role in the feel of the photos, we want to make sure we tailor the images to your personality and preference.

Standard Processing

While we process each photo we take, most things are subtle. We correct for color, bring up highlights, knock down some shadows, or any other exposure adjustments. Here’s a photo with very little changes. Normal saturation (intensity of color). Blacks levels brought up a bit. The whites are white, the blacks are black. This is a good example of standard processing.

Grayscale Processing

One of the most common processing things we do is convert the photo to grayscale, more commonly referred to as black and white.  Black and white photos are clean and timeless. Pretty much all photographs look great with this processing, so if we deliver a color image to you and want it in black and white, we’ll be glad to oblige and send along a grayscale version.

Black and white photos can offer a wide range of feels. They can give a classic and retro quality, like the photo on the left. High contrast black and white pictures can give a modern edge. 
  

Vibrant Processing

High saturation can create a bright, happy feel. We have a process that mimics Velvia film, producing a bright, cheery image with intense colors.

Muted Processing

Next, we can create a subdued feel by warming the colors, bringing the black levels up, and decreasing the saturation. It’s a distinct look that can range from a grungy feel (below) to a peaceful happiness.

Creating the perfect feel

These are a few of the several looks we create from taking our solid images, made even stronger by the processing techniques we apply.  This isn’t an all-inclusive list. We’re constantly learning and growing, expanding what we do in every area of photography, including our post processing. We want to make sure that the photos we deliver are perfect, and will do our best to match your personality and likes through our whole process.

See the whole series: photographic style.