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Unlocking the Power of the Detail Extractor Filter in NIK COLLECTION 7 with TK9 Plugin

The Joy of Editing with Dave Kelly via YouTube

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This tutorial demonstrates how to maximize the Detail Extractor filter in NIK Collection 7's Color Efex module while integrating it with the TK9 Plugin for Photoshop. Learn a complete workflow for enhancing image details, including preparation steps in Photoshop, applying and adjusting the Detail Extractor filter, using linear gradients effectively, leveraging Blend If techniques, and creating targeted masks for selective detail enhancement in different parts of your photos. The 13-minute video provides step-by-step instructions with practical examples, showing how to achieve professional results by combining these powerful tools. Perfect for photographers looking to improve their editing skills and extract stunning details from their images while maintaining a natural look.

Syllabus

00:00 Intro
00:39 NIK Collection 7 Purchase Info
01:01 TK9 Extended Launch Sale
01:45 Detail Extractor TK9 Preperation
03:25 Launch NIK Color Efex
03:53 Reason for the Linear Gradient
04:31 Apply Detail Extractor Filter
04:57 Adjusting the Detail Extractor Filter
07:46 Send Result back to Photoshop
07:50 Using the TK9 Plugin to Improve the Detail Extractor Results
08:20 Working with Blend If
09:51 Add Detail to Sky
11:03 Send Result back to Photoshop
11:22 Create a Sky Layer Mask with TK9
11:45 Overall Before and After and Final Thoughts
12:27 Outro

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The Joy of Editing with Dave Kelly

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