Create Micro Contrast in Photoshop + Photo Challenge: Circles!
📸 Photo Challenge: Circles, Micro Contrast in Photoshop, & How to Create Your Own Actions
In this episode, we dive into three fun and educational photography topics:
🔵 *Photo Assignment: Circles*
Get your camera out and start shooting! This week’s creative challenge is all about **circles**—whether in nature, architecture, or daily life. Share your shots in the comments or tag me online.
🧪 *Micro Contrast Explained (a.k.a. The “Leica Look”)*
I’ll show you how to create the distinctive *micro contrast effect* in **Adobe Photoshop**—a signature look often associated with Leica images. You'll learn how to subtly enhance texture and depth for that crisp, dimensional feel.
🎬 *Photoshop Actions – Record Your Own Workflow*
Want to save time editing? I’ll walk you through **how to create and record Photoshop actions**, so you can automate your favorite edits and speed up your workflow.
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🎁 *FREE CAMERA GIVEAWAY – ENTER NOW*
I’m giving away a camera every month! Here’s how to enter:
1. Email me: *[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])*
2. Include your *full name* and *email address*
3. Only one entry needed—you're automatically included in all future drawings
4. Entries must be received by *February 29, 2024 (midnight ET)* to qualify for the *March 1, 2024* drawing
5. I’ll pay **100% of the shipping cost**—you pay nothing
6. Items are **as-is**, no warranty
7. By entering, you agree to have your name announced on YouTube
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📷 *Gear Used in This Episode*
**Cameras**: Leica M Monochrom, Fuji X-H1
**Lens**: 200mm Minolta
**Shot**: February 25, 2024
**Location**: Viera, Florida
**Edited with**: DaVinci Resolve 18, OBS Studio, Adobe Photoshop
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🌐 *Stay Connected*
📧 Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])
📸 Portfolio: [https://scism.photography](https://scism.photography)
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Anthony P. Scism
8910 Trafford Drive #1217
Melbourne, FL 32940
🎶 Music from Uppbeat:
"Serenity" – Simon Folwar
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