DODGE AND BURN MASTERCLASS.
BEYOND BRIGHTENING: THE LOGIC OF MICRO-CONTRAST
THE GOAL: EXPAND LOCAL MICRO-CONTRAST.
Social media tutors have fundamentally misunderstood Dodge and Burn, teaching ‘safe’ grey-layer techniques that merely brighten or darken, leaving images flat and lifeless. This masterclass debunks those myths by returning to the professional logic of Photoshop’s native tools. True Dodge and Burn isn’t about tonal shifting; it is about expanding micro-contrast in localised areas to inject three-dimensional life into your work. I teach a craftsmanship-led workflow that accounts for 30% of my final image look. You will learn how to use these powerful tools directly and logically, maintaining a simple non-destructive process that protects your data while achieving unparalleled depth.
5 KEY BENEFITS FOR CRAFTSMANSHIP
1. Unlock Micro-Contrast Detail. Move beyond simple brightening. Learn how to use native Photoshop logic to expand local contrast, pulling out the hidden textures and dimensions that flat, grey-layer techniques simply cannot reach.
2. Debunk Social Media Myths. Understand why popular YouTube tutorials fail to deliver professional results. We break down the technical misunderstanding of Dodge and Burn, replacing ‘safe’ but mediocre methods with high-impact, professional craftsmanship and logic.
3. 30% Final Impact Strategy. Master the technique that defines the signature look of a professional portfolio. You will learn why this specific stage of editing is the most valuable and misunderstood step in the entire workflow.
4. Logical Non-Destructive Workflow. Forget the fear of working directly on your image. I teach a simple, structured process to ensure your Dodge and Burn remains entirely reversible, giving you the power of native tools without risk.
5. Inject Three-Dimensional Life. Stop producing ‘flat’ edits. By mastering strategic tonal sculpting, you will learn how to guide the viewer’s eye and give your subjects a tangible, 3D presence that leaps off the screen or print.
COURSE STRUCTURE.
The heatmap shows how we control where the viewer’s eyes first look in an image.
REQUIREMENTS & FREE VIDEO RECORDINGS.
All sessions are held 1-to-1 via Zoom. I will email you a meeting link before we begin. While I teach using Photoshop, the principles of visual impact apply to all professional editing software. To ensure that you gain lasting value, our session is recorded live for your personal documentation. This allows you to review the techniques and insights at your own pace. Please note that these recordings remain the intellectual property of David Osborn – they are for your private use only and may not be shared, reproduced, or used commercially. – Enrollment constitutes your agreement to these terms.
LET’S TALK …
Let’s chat live on a video call first, free of charge, with no obligation, and answer any questions or concerns you may have before making a booking. Just email me, and we will arrange a date to talk in person.
DAVID OSBORN PHOTOGRAPHY
69 Grange Gardens, Southgate,
London N14 6QN, England.
UK +44 (0) 771 204 5126
David@DavidOsbornPhotography.com
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WHY SIGN-UP …
It’s obligation-free. You may not be ready to sign up for a workshop. This way we can still stay in touch. I’m building a small community of photographers who are passionate about learning. – By registering, you gain exclusive access to ‘pearls of wisdom’ and stories by email that are not published on my website. I don’t have a blog or post on social media. With only 20 vacancies per year, this is a great way to stay in touch without receiving spam or junk. You will only receive: Workshop Updates, New Photographs, and Educational Stories.
