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The new AgX module in darktable gives you fine-grained control over the highlights. However, additional steps may be required to really bring out the details in very bright areas like the sky. Let's look at several techniques for enhancing contrast in the highlights below: https://avidandrew.com/contrast-highlights.html #photography #tutorial #opensource #artwithopensource #foss #fossart #darktable #canon #portugal #camera #linux #software #travelphotography #freesoftware #travel

Let's review a few case studies to see how to use the powerful new AgX module in darktable:
https://avidandrew.com/case-studies-agx.html

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This post provides an overview of how to use the scene-referred workflow in darktable using easy, step-by-step instructions and the new AgX module:
https://avidandrew.com/agx-workflow.html

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The new AgX tone mapper and the older sigmoid module both provide controls to adjust the color primaries of the image, but what exactly does that mean? What problem are these sliders solving? Let's examine how color shifts occur when luminance changes below:
https://avidandrew.com/agx-color.html

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AgX, the exciting new tone mapping module coming to darktable in December, is the natural evolution of the tone mappers that came before it. AgX reduces distortions and gives unprecedented control over the entire tone curve. Learn more about the history of tone mappers in darktable and see what sets AgX apart:
https://avidandrew.com/agx-evolution-tone-mappers.html

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Sometimes you have the opportunity for a great shot but it's blocked by a fence, tree, power lines, or other immovable objects in the foreground. It's often possible to remove these distractions using darktable's powerful retouch module and significantly improve the image. Let's walk through a few examples:
https://avidandrew.com/retouch.html

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As we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the release of Sailing to Philadelphia, let's look back on some of the stand out tracks from this classic Mark Knopfler album:
https://avidandrew.com/sailing-to-philadelphia.html

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These beautiful buildings were quite colorful, yet the vibrance of the colors is lost in this capture due to the extreme difference in contrast between the parts in direct sunlight and the parts in the shade. Let's see how to bring this scene to life so it more accurately reflects how it looked in person using darktable:
https://avidandrew.com/part-shaded.html

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Considered by many of the cast to be their favorite episode of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Far Beyond The Stars is a riveting story and masterpiece of science fiction. Let's explore the many different levels on which this episode works:
https://avidandrew.com/far-beyond-the-stars.html

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Often views as intimidating and difficult-to-learn, in reality Arch Linux is a perfect blend of simplicity, control, and stability. Let's examine in detail what makes Arch a top choice for your desktop operating system:
https://avidandrew.com/arch.html

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They usually aren't light, and they certainly aren't small, but the unique perspective a telephoto lens brings makes it an indispensable part of your kit, even when traveling. Let's review some shots taken with a telephoto to see how we can justify its size and weight:
https://avidandrew.com/telephoto.html

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Profound and thought-provoking, above all else The City on the Edge of Forever is an exposé of the richness of James T. Kirk's character. Paradoxically, it also represents a great tragedy while at the same time Gene Roddenberry's optimistic vision of the future. Let's unpack this classic episode:
https://avidandrew.com/city-edge-forever.html

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Let's explore how to showcase this beautiful waterfall in Lauterbrunnen along with the colorful rock surrounding it and the iconic church tower:
https://avidandrew.com/lauterbrunnen-waterfall.html

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Arguably the best Star Trek episode of all time, The Inner Light is a masterpiece of science fiction, incorporating philosophical elements and a theme of inner growth. Let's dive into this brilliant story:
https://avidandrew.com/inner-light.html

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