Here’s an image that exploits much of the Nik Collection of plug-ins. I started with a 5-shot bracketed exposure sequence that I processed in HDR Efex Pro 2. Then, I brought the image into Photoshop CS6 and applied local color & contrast tweaks using Viveza 2. Next, I ran the image through Color Efex Pro 4 to adjust global contrast and slightly modify the textures. I really like using the Nik plug-ins together as the effects really complement each other!
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so, what percent of time are you now using Capture NX 2?
If you are using it, is it just for the basic
are you converting Raw images using photoshop?
Jason,
I got the Google version of the Nik Collection, since I was able to get it for free.
Can this version be used as stand-alones, following your instructions, or does this version only install and function if you have one of the stated programs?
Thanks.
As far as I know, yes. The LR version of the plug-ins would be in a folder called “Nik Collection.”