Quick Contrast

Outside of adjusting your levels and curves, here are other quick ways to get cool contrast results.

GRADIENT MAP

- - - A Gradient Map Adjustment Layer can add black and white to parts of your image.
    - You might need to click Reverse to flip the colors.
    - You can fine tune the effect by clicking on the gradient and adjusting the sliders.
    - Set the Gradient's Blending mode to Soft Light or Overlay.

OVERLAY

- - - If you’re looking for a quick cinematic finish, duplicate your image and then desaturate the layer. Image > Adjustment > Desaturate.
    - Set this layer's Blending Mode to Overlay.
    - Duplicate this Overlay layer a number of times for a more intense effect.

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