High Dynamic Range

June ’14

High Dynamic Range

In the early stages of my photographic journey, my curiosity was insatiable. One of the most fascinating areas I explored was HDR photography. The abbreviation HDR stands for "High Dynamic Range." It is a technique that pushes the boundaries of what is possible and takes us into a new dimension of imaging.

But what exactly lies behind it? In HDR photography, multiple shots with varying exposure settings are taken. These individual images are then carefully merged into a single composite. The result? A stunning representation with intense highlights and shadows that goes far beyond what the human eye can perceive in a single glance.

This process makes it possible to capture every nuance of a subject – from the brightest highlights to the deepest shadows. One could say it adds depth, richness in detail, and an almost surreal quality to the image.

It was an exciting challenge for me to learn the many technical aspects of HDR photography and apply them to my work. Every image I created in this style felt like a small puzzle, where I pieced together the individual elements into an impressive whole.

Eine HDR-Aufnahmen von der Wetzlarer Altstadt
Wetzlar Old Town in High Dynamic Range
HDR Hamburger Hafen
HDR Altstadt Wetzlar

Sharing these images is not only meant to document my own development and learning process but also to serve as a source of inspiration for others. The HDR technique opens up new photographic possibilities and challenges, offering great opportunities to further develop one’s creativity.

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