How to Fake Color-Gel Lighting in Photoshop

YouTube·Adobe Photoshop

Learn how to simulate multiple colored lighting setups in Photoshop using Gradient Maps in this 20-minute tutorial. Master the technique of controlling brightness and color of various light sources in a photo, including creating warm accent lights, cool front lights, and dramatic highlights. Explore advanced concepts such as carving lights, adding shine to hair and foreground elements, and creating backgrounds. Discover tips for removing banding and enhancing overall image punch. Perfect for photographers and digital artists looking to add a professional, studio-lit effect to their images without the need for physical color gels.