Learn how to use Nikon's premier photo processing software to get the very most out of your images in this one-day workshop. Capture NX 2 is an impressive program, but it can be a bit daunting to most new users.
You’ll learn how
to effectively use Capture NX 2 and how to utilize it to its full capacity. You’ll
learn how Capture NX 2 can be integrated with Photoshop and where Capture fits
in your digital workflow.
Want to get the best color and quality out of your NEF (RAW) images? Want to see your images "as shot?" Want to be able to quickly edit your images and develop your own custom workflow? Then this workshop is for you. Capture NX 2 is a powerful raw conversion and image editing program.
You will learn:
- RAW conversion
- U-Point technology
- Using color control points
- Proper use of the brush tool plus/minus
- Selection tools and masking in Capture NX 2
- How to use the double threshold tool
- How to use black, white & neutral control points
- The difference between Adjust section, Develop section and New Steps
- Proper workflow order for editing photos
- Noise reduction
- White balance controls
- Histogram usage
- Levels and Curves adjustments
- File formats & benefits of each (NEF, TIFF, JPEG)
- Active D-Lighting and D-Lighting usage
- Retouch Tool
- Hue/Saturation
- Batch Processing
- Color correction
- Professional workflow tips
- How we perceive images
- The photographer’s raw material - Light
What you'll need for this workshop:
Required:
- Curiosity, enthusiasm and a desire to learn.
- Laptop computer with sufficient RAM (Recommend 4 GB).
- Capture NX 2 software installed and operating.
- Power supply for the laptop.
- Ability to transfer image folders from a jump drive to the computer desktop.
- Hands on instruction from Nikonians Academy professional photographer Winston C. Hall
- Hard copy of the training handout
- Digital images for workshop instruction.
- Arrive a little early so you have plenty of time to plug into power, transfer the image file to your computer, power up your computer and Capture NX 2.
