Question
What are the key techniques Scott Kivowitz uses in Lightroom to add dimension to landscape photos?
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Answer
I focus on a few core techniques in Lightroom to add dimension to landscapes:
- Local adjustments with the Brush – I “sculpt” light by dodging (brightening) areas I want to bring forward and burning (darkening) areas I want to push back. This creates depth and visual flow.
- Subtle contrast and clarity in key areas – usually on the midground and foreground details, not everywhere.
- Guiding the eye – I’ll often darken edges, open up the subject, and add gentle highlights along leading lines.
- Graduated filters – to balance sky and land, so the scene feels layered instead of flat.
Is there a specific kind of landscape (mountains, seascapes, forests) you’d like to apply this to?
