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Adding Dimension to Your Monochrome Images

Printing Duotones, Tritones, and Quadtones

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This tutorial shows you to add contrast and extend dynamic range for your B&W photos by converting them into duotones, tritones, or quadtones. The tutorial also demonstrates how to add some artistic toning effects, like sepia or brown tones for an antique appearance. Printing duotone images can be tricky. This tutorial explains why and offers practical advice. You'll also come away with some duotone, tritone, and quadtone recipes you can try with your photos, including platinum, palladium, selenium, and bronze tones.

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Glenn E. Mitchell II, Ph.D.
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Glenn Mitchell is an avid digital photographer, technical writer, and university administrator. He is an author with a long list of publications in trade magazines, peer-reviewed academic journals, and co-authored books. He is creative force behind The Light's Right. His photography can be seen at his gallery site: www.thelightsrightstudio.com.

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