Landscape Photo Editing Tutorial - Lofoten Islands Using TK9 Plugin for Photoshop

Follow along with this 23-minute photo editing tutorial that demonstrates advanced image enhancement techniques for a stunning photograph of the Lofoten Islands, Norway. Master professional editing workflows in Lightroom Classic and Photoshop, including balance and contrast adjustments, selective mid-tone enhancements, targeted vignetting, and creative glow effects. Learn to make precise adjustments to image boundaries, enhance color saturation, adjust color luminosity, and perform final touch-ups like dust spot removal. Download the provided sample image and detailed PDF notes to practice these techniques while following the step-by-step instructions. Perfect for photographers looking to elevate their post-processing skills using professional editing tools and plugins.

Syllabus

00:00 Intro
00:16 Welcome to TK Friday
02:00 Lightroom Classic Editing Info
04:24 Step 1. Balance and Contrast Adjustments
06:54 Step 2. Mid Tone Contrast
08:45 Step 3. Close off the bottom of the image
11:19 Step 4. Close off the very bottom of the image
12:20 Step 5. Close off the top of the image
13:15 Step 6. Close off the very top of the image
14:12 Step 7. Add a glow to the misty area of the water
16:57 Step 8. Increase the saturation of weaker saturated colors
18:50 Step 9. Color Luminosity Adjustment
20:06 Step 10. Add Vignette
21:08 Step 11. Remove dust spots
22:08 Before and After
22:28 Outro