Find Your Creative Style With SPLIT TONING

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Here's the link to Adobe Color: color.adobe.com/create/color-wheel/

[@DominikMarier]

By the way, if you want the complementary color you can just add (+) or substract (-) 180 to the color, the number is degree on the circle wheel of 360 degrees.

[@lowrez2703]

Thats a handy tip, thanks

[@TerrifyingBird]

Came down here for this comment, was not disappointed.

[@maulolkajan8565]

Wooooow thanks ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jamesgerboc]

This is the channel I go to for all things complex. You're a wonderful educator Mark!

[@helmet212]

I think your photos were looking alright already. If you really want to find your style, explore colour grading with RGB curves, quite similar to split toning but way more powerful and gives you control over highs, MIDS & shadows. All the colouring happens in the mids. Highlights and shadows are not that really important in terms of colour - might just desaturate them a bit. Split toning is a very delicate tool in my opinion. It's only for a subtle effect or to fix a photo which has random cast over it which cannot be corrected through HSL.

[@laurentiudll]

Hi! Any tutorial for what youre talking about ? i want to learn more

[@helmet212]

Laurențiu Derecichei kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZeXnpiiqL2lmK8

[@rustyellis]

In the link you posted, you jumped from using Lightroom (LR) to using Photoshop (PS), where this vid is directed at using LR; apples and oranges...or at least oranges and tangelos. I will admit that with all of my photos I start in LR and then (Command-E Mac) send the image to PS to apply the curve you're talking about. That last step of adding an S-curve in PS to the photo really makes it pop. Funny thing is that it was my wife's idea while I was editing my photos to do this as the last step (just giving props where props are due). And I truly love and appreciate Mark's tips as I work to improve my overall photography skills! Keep it up brother!

[@helmet212]

@@rustyellis Oh sorry, I didn't realise I'm sending a Ps link. Although the curves tool in both Lr & Ps works exactly the same. Here's the link for Lr curves tool kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5m0m6dqlJ2sr80 I was talking about exploring color with the curve tool's individual Red, Green & Blue channels. It enables you to manipulate color throughout the dynamic range i.e. highlights, mids & shadows. Split toning was mainly used when developing analog b/w film, where you can color it in two colors, in only highlights and shadows. But mids is where all the coloring magic is. The next time you watch a movie, observe the highs and shadows are almost desaturated. Regarding the S curve, you can do it with Lr's curve tool with the exact same result, no need to go to Ps for this. I only take my photos to Ps if I need to remove or add any element. Lr is quite a powerful and focused photography software. Mark is an excellent landscape photographer, but I must say sometimes he goes overboard with post-processing. Each for their own opinion. All the best with your photography. Would love to see your work. Share your Instagram. Stay safe.

[@michaelzehenter9151]

Jesus, the photo in the snow opened my mind. I was struggling a lot with snowy pictures and this could be the solution to many pictures I really couldn't make look good even though I liked my composition. Thanks a lot!

[@michaelmcphee2930]

Finally a tutorial on split toning I understood. I've been using LR since V4 and have never attempted it with any success at all. I have numerous shots that I can apply this to now. Your videos are be beautifully done, clear and concise, to the point without being overdone and smoothly paced. I'll be watching this a few times.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Michael McPhee Many thanks Michael! Really appreciate it!

[@6rimR3ap3r]

Probably the best explanation of it I've heard so far.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Dominik Heidrich Appreciate it Dominik!

[@East_Coast_Ghost86]

What a subtle, yet powerful tool. Thanks for sharing dude!

[@KrisJolls]

Web developer and designer here. Now a photography student! Appreciate your channel and your approach to teaching. Just want to say thanks and please keep it up. Aloha!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Kris Jolls Thanks Kris - glad the videos are helpful man!

[@AlexTheGreat1562]

this has been the BEST video ive ever seen on split toning. now i feel like i can use it to its full potential!

[@iandavis1355]

Another timely video . Thanks Mark.

[@shaunheath4584]

Awesome Mark,I too have never bothered with split toning until watching your blog. Have to say it really dose give it that little something. Nothing over kill,perfect👍🏻

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Shaun Heath Thanks Shaun! I agree - just the right amount of awesome👍

[@joelwexler]

I've never seen it so simply and clearly explained, why, and how is used. I shoot lots of river icicles and they need a hint of color. Thanks. Thanks!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Joel Wexler Glad to do it Joel - happy it was helpful!

[@qdogg290]

I've heard Mark Littlejohn go on about split-toning in his Scottish brogue but I never knew exactly what it was. Thanks for explaining it so thoroughly and clearly. Can't wait to fiddle around with this the next time I edit a picture!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Daniel Quirin My pleasure Daniel! Happy to hear the video was helpful👍

[@cartonmardybum]

I'm loving your videos. I've been afraid of attempting any editing for years and have studiously avoided doing so but I've had to bite the bullet and am finding your explanations really accessible even as someone who's just stumbling around the very basics at the moment. Thanks.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

cartonmardybum Thanks so much - very glad to hear you’re enjoying the videos!

[@HaliSowle]

Thank you so much Mark. This was your first video I've watched but it won't be my last.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Hali Sowle Many Thanks Hali!

[@andygiordano1072]

Mark, I'm really enjoying your videos. I started with photography and editing about 6 months ago and your videos have really helped me with efficiently using the tools I've been randomly playing with in Light Room, such as split toning and the shortcuts video. Seeing in another video how you utilized PS to focus stack and get a really good image, I've decided this will be my next challenge. I look forward to seeing more of your video and lastly, thank you.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Andy Giordano Thanks for this comment Andy - really appreciate it bud! Glad to hear the videos are helpful!

[@rafaelzavala5375]

I’m really finding your videos helpful! For a while, I stopped learning which kinda put me in a creative rut. It definitely has sparked my interest to keep exploring my creative side. Thanks Mark!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Rafael Zavala That’s great to hear Rafael! Stay outta that rut👍👍

[@rafaelzavala5375]

Mark Denney I’ll do my best! The rainy weather we’ve had in the South East certainly hasn’t helped! But I managed to get out today and make a few images I’m pleased with. I share my images on Instagram at @imagoluxphotography if you’d care to take a look. (Not trying to self-plug intentionally!)

[@aliciatangotweety4815]

Thank you soooo much for this lecture! It's been the best one to explain split-toning. What made it "click" for me was the use of the gradient map and then moving to a real photo!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Alicia TangoTweety Thanks so much for this Alicia! Very much appreciate the feedback - glad the video was helpful!

[@kristianjeremiassen2419]

The first black and white picture really helped

[@brennen-nwamtb789]

Best Photography KZbin Chanel EVER!!! I Have learned so much from you in a few videos that even after a week of researching about composition in landscape photography and other things, yours are the best and most informative out of all of them combined!!! You deserve so many more subscriber! i wish you the best of luck in your landscape photography and KZbin careers! :)

[@ericklindberg8377]

I’ve been using split toning for a while now. It’s an honest great tool. It really helps find that look that we all are looking for without drastically altering the image. I really do appreciate your videos. I stumbled upon your channel today, and have been watching your videos for a couple hours now. Great way to end a Sunday of relaxation. Also, thanks for the link to adobe color. That will definitely help me fine tune my split toning! I’d much rather watch your videos than some of the huge accounts. You seem far more real than the others.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Erick Lindberg This is great to hear Erick! Thanks so much for this comment and I’m super glad to hear the videos are helpful.

[@ericklindberg8377]

Hey if you seen my other comment about you inspiring me to go out this morning, well I did. And I got a few photos. 3 of which I feel are my best so far.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Erick Lindberg That’s great man - very good to hear👍

[@THEinSEnDeaieri]

Thanks for sharing your insight into how we can use different tools! I feel more creative and am going to try split-toning in my edits! I also really liked your way of presenting the information and the examples. I liked your voice tone and your demeanor. In your first example: The teal tint in the shadows removed the deep mahogany shade of the trees' bark.

[@ajprospectives9910]

This is such a great video! Thank You for making this. I’ve been looking for info on split toning and other techniques to improve my editing and final product. Every other KZbinr puts out these “tutorial” videos but it’s all BS, they just apply their presets. Then proceed to push their presets products and never go into detail about how to edit with out having to buy someone else’s presets. It’s annoying and has turned me away from photography and cinematography KZbinrs. Every video I go to someone’s trying to sell me something and not providing the information I’m looking for and I waste SO MUCH time watching those videos. The videos are just bait. But this was a breath of fresh air. Thank You 🙏🏽 and SUBSCRIBED. This is the type of Content I want to support.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

AJ Prospectives Thanks so much for this tremendous comment! Super happy to hear the video was helpful and many thanks for the sub!

[@davon8561]

Mark you really are the best at explaining in plain speak . Very informative and you seem such a nice guy . Thank you

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

David Gardner Much appreciated David! Thank you!

[@tobaldy]

Mark, this showed up in my recommendations (!!!!!) and I am glad that it did because I hadn't seen this before. I have struggled with split toning, but this video provided a ton of clarity for me. Thanks.

[@philipculbertson55]

Great video Mark. The tip on making a preset for a certain ST style is something I hadn't thought of. Great tip.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Thank ya Phillip! Happy to hear you were able to get some useful info out of the video!

[@PMCN53]

I've never thought of using split toning before, just did some experimenting with a couple of images, FANTASTIC tool. Thanks for sharing your knowledge Mark!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Phil McNamara It’s a great tool for sure👍 Thanks for watching Phil!

[@madrobotgames2677]

I was editing a photo and watching youtube. So this video comes up and I start using split toning on my image as I work on it. And man did it make it better. Thanks Mark! That's a sub!

[@AndaCismaroiu]

Option key = "Alt" on windows

[@AmmarHazimArfiaa]

Thank you

[@MDVLmedia]

Thanks!

[@DerekRobertsonSomerville]

Windows 😂

[@wendynewing8834]

I have never used split toning until watching this video. A great lesson. Thank you.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Wendy Newing Thanks Wendy! It’s a great way to spice up your edit👍

[@dychui]

Love the way you used the gradient to explain split toning !!

[@KaiTiura]

Another nice tip. Been wondering what split-toning was all about, now I know!

[@vincentlerie2911]

Thanks Mark for this video . As you said this an underutilized part of LR and for me no different due to a lack of understanding. Your concise explanation has opened a window of possibilities for me. Thanks so much again!

[@MultiGizmo1985]

Thank for the video, very useful.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@recycleretirement80]

Another great video. Your explanations are so clear, you've cleared up the concept of split toning for me.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Recycle Retirement That’s great to hear - mission accomplished👍

[@DontKnowLetsGo]

I just discovered your channel today and watched this video first. Liked and subbed within the first 40 seconds. Your guidance, way of teaching and easy to follow along style is the best I've seen in a long time. My photography game just improved greatly and I haven't even finished the video yet 😂. Thanks Mark.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Don't Know? Let's Go Thanks so much for this awesome comment man! Really appreciate it👊

[@mijoru]

Thanks for clearing this panel up! You're very informative and thorough. Much appreciated!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Michael Rucinski Glad to do it Michael! Appreciate ya watching👍

[@ickleed1980]

Second video I’ve watched today and both have been unbelievably helpful. Thank you very much, Mark

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Great to hear - thank you!

[@crazygooseventures]

Great explanation of how to use split toning. Appreciate it.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Alan Yim Many thanks Alan!

[@steverich_photography]

Great job Mark explaining. I too have overlooked this powerful tool. Take care.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Steve Rich Great to hear - Thanks Steve!

[@menglandau]

Another great tip and helps me understand a part of Lightroom I've never used.

[@35websterstreet]

Great video! Thank you! - Great teaching style - easy to keep up with - Appreciate your channel - subscribed today!!! Keep em coming!

[@ForrestWest]

Thank you for a great video! I've been using the temperature slider and I think the split toning provides much more control of the color and feel of the image. I can't wait to use it!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Forrest Glad to do it and thank yoU for watching it!

[@tjbaysinger8504]

Great tips on Split Toning, Mark! Started to look at it a bit differently after watching.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Glad it was helpful Tj!

[@colinshreffler5537]

GREAT video, Mark! I learned something new and you make it look so easy. Thank you for sharing!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Colin Shreffler Awesome! Glad it was helpful Colin!

[@markgoeman8139]

Thanks Mark for another informative video. I use split toning but learned some new things here.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Awesome! Glad to hear the video was helpful Mark!

[@nnisargpatel]

Yes you are right. I was ignoring this split toning. Thanks for this valuable information particularly holding option key. Regards from India 🇮🇳

[@melissam731]

Wonderful tutorial. I wasn't sure how to use split toning in my images and now I do. Thank you!!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Melissa M Thanks Melissa! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@claudec2588]

Thanks for posting this. I had never used split toning. Didn't understand what it was about, how it could be used. Thanks.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Glad to do it Claude and thank you for watching it!

[@boatman222345]

Excellent explanation of split toning! I've always intended to explore this feature in Lightroom but just never seem to get around to it. Reminds me of sepia toning I did in B&W print processing 50 years ago, only this time around I don't have to deal with toxic chemicals!

[@MorinArt]

Loved the second photo! Wish we had snow where I live. Came here to see how other people use split toning and really liked your channel. Cheers!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Igor Dalmolin Thank so much Igor! Happy to hear you like the videos👍

[@mikegindling4236]

Thanks, this is the most instructive video on Splt Toning I've seen.

[@robertocroce2259]

Man your tutorials are exactly what I was looking for, glad I found you, great job!

[@brucekraft744]

This is the most cogent demonstration of split toning that I've seen! Thanks! I subscribed to your channel, but I also bookmarked this particular video.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Thanks so much Bruce! Really appreciate this comment!

[@teresamay3773]

Excellent instruction on Split Toning. I haven't tried this yet, but I will be. Thanks for making some great videos.

[@josephgaines3062]

I really enjoyed the way you explained using the split toning tool. The only part I don't quite understand, is how to know when it would be advisable to use it in certain photos, Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Joseph Gaines Thanks Joseph! Really just have to try it out and if it looks good to your eye then you’re good to go!

[@kimkrikaujensen3084]

That was some really great tips. I liked that you made it easy to understand.

[@pixelfodder]

Great advice Mark, I find holding shift when playing with the hue with opt/alt to help fine tune the colour helps as well

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

PixelFodder Yep, I do that as well sometimes - great way to determine the the hue you want to go with.

[@krishnarajl4251]

Great!!! Very useful tips on split toning... thanks Mark

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Krishnaraj L Glad to do it!

[@tamaslovag5364]

I would do the exact opposite grade for the first example with the trees. I would push the highlights toward a desaturated blues. That would increase the mood that is already there. The blues would make the contrast with the brown perfectly.

[@Runitsyourmamarun]

Love this, I’ve seen a few videos on the topic already, but found yours super fun to watch

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Anonymous Wolf Thanks so much!

[@Vaughan_Paul]

Great video! Easy to follow and helped me out a lot, cheers!

[@Chrisevs88]

Only just come across your channel. Had to subscribe. Definitely taught me a thing or two in the few videos that ive watched! Ive neglected the split toning panel but after this, il make full use of it. great video!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Christian Evans Thanks Christian! Really appreciate the sub👍

[@tokyoinpics9346]

Mark, I've learnt some really cool stuff from your videos like focus stacking, the Orton Effect and a few others. Split toning is very, very cool! Well, now I know how to use it. It can really make some photos pop! Thanks again!

[@fusion100]

I never understood why split toning is there in LR but now i know after watching this video. You made it so easy to understand. Thank you 🙏

[@phatcrayonz]

I was looking for something else to make the pics pop and I think I found it with this. Thank you.

[@davidsedlacek2117]

That is perfect explenation of split toning. Thank you. There really good tips how to use it.

[@bamadealvideographer]

Great video! I can not wait to try this out in Lightroom. Also glad to see there is a "Mark" out here making KZbin videos!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Mark Deal Thanks Mark!! Yes - Mark’s RULE!!

[@RichardRostant1]

Excellent explanation of split-toning in Lightroom. Wish you could apply a mask to split tone in LR for selective editing. I think the foliage in your photo was fine w/o the split-tone you applied to the water.

[@johnscratchley3288]

Some great tips about subtle toning. Thanks.

[@alibahbin69]

You really explained this well. Made it so easy to understand.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Kevin Many thanks Kevin!

[@chaosboi]

I cant' believe I have never used split toning. Awesome video.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Matthew Elliott Much appreciated Matthew - glad it was helpful!

[@DonovanLee]

Damn this is amazing I wish I knew what split toning was earlier! Love the way you broke down the gradient in the beginning I’ve watch a couple of videos on this and that really made it simple for me to grasp !

[@megandovex]

You can remember the colour wheel by just remembering that CMY is opposite to RGB - so cyan is complimentary to red, magenta to green and yellow to blue :)

[@shs1592]

Thanks, Mark for the intro to split toning - I now feel more confident and will give it a try

[@Nogoingback_1]

Love you videos it help so much! Thank you for your time!

[@lamontgilliland9664]

Mark, nicely done. I had worked with color grading before but not quite made use or fully appreciated split toning. You provide a nice balance of introduction along with detailed usage. Subscribing.

[@RedSnapper205]

Awesome video, I have just started playing with split toning and this really made sense, can't wait to get stuck into editing

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Tim Bourner Many thanks Tim! Glad the video was helpful👍

[@paulasimson4939]

Super helpful, thanks Mark.

[@BMRTV]

8:24 That is fantastic. Thanks for the demonstration/explanation.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

BMRTV Thank yoU! Great to hear you enjoyed it!

[@nessimko7628]

Love your channel man! Keep it up.

[@ricflomusic]

thank you for the straight forward explanation

[@Franalations1]

Amazing video and so well explained! Thanks!

[@Elzo78]

I have been enjoying your videos, very good tips. Last night I just learned about focus stacking... mind blown now I just want to get out and shoot. Thanks!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Elzo78 Thanks so much - this is great to hear!

[@madrobotgames2677]

You're right. Split toning warmth works better than the white balance slider...

[@In-Rainbows]

Great video. Simple but really helpful. Thanks.

[@johngardiner3312]

Thanks Mark! I like the color wheel by Adobe

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

John Gardiner Glad to do it John! Thanks for watching.

[@LCSlade]

Excellent and Thank You! I'm going into lightroom right now!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

LCSlade Awesome- glad to hear it friend!

[@steegreen9955]

Thank you making this video it was really good and easy to understand , I will be using split toning now , I have subscribed now

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Stee Green Thanks so much for subscribing - glad to hear the video was helpful!

[@peterwydmuch1893]

Hi Mark. I have used split toning for a bit but didn't really use properly. Thank you for showing me how. :)

[@kerryknight2787]

When should you do the split tone in the editing process? before making any other adjustments? Thanks for the video! It's very helpful!

[@melserbophoto]

You simplified split toning for me! Thanks!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

MelserBonilla Awesome!! That’s great to hear.

[@barryacheson5518]

Hi Mark. Thank you for your great video! Do you typically adjust WB / HSL first before making adjustments with Split Toning?

[@kicknadeadcat]

In landscape shots or woodland shots the camera never records exactly what I see. This is exactly what I need, thank you.

[@sarajitsil]

Fantastic video! Thanks for making this content!!👍

[@RugbyLock2668]

Never used this before so thanks for showing it!

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

RugbyLock0914 Glad to do it - thanks for watching!

[@williamcharlesworth4617]

Thanks, Mark for the creative ideas. Was just playing with this last night. Amazing that I found this today.

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

William Charlesworth Glad to do it William!

[@nokay_ttv]

Hey Mark! First, let me start by saying I just came across your page and really appreciate the value you are offering to your viewers. Quick question: at what point in post process in LR do you prefer working on split toning? Is it the first thing you typically do, or do you address it whenever you’ve already made adjustments in the “Basic” panel? Thanks in advance! 😃

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

Nicolas Anthoni Thanks Nicolas! Its usually something I do towards the end of an edit.

[@JJRAIA-es9cj]

Another informative video...thanks

[@MarkDenneyPhoto]

J.J. RAIA Thank you!

[@JJRAIA-es9cj]

@@MarkDenneyPhoto I'm putting a link to this video on my blog that goes up in a few minutes at 2pm. Hope you don't mind...It was a post just as an excuse to put the link out there. It was a simple explanation, so very worthwhile. You can see it at www.jjraiaphoto.wordpress.com