Paint Light With Dodge & Burn

Boost form and focus in minutes.

The Workflow

1. Add a new layer filled with 50% gray.
2. Set layer blend mode to Overlay (or Soft Light).
3. Paint with a soft brush:
   • White = brighten (dodge)
   • Black = darken (burn)
   • Use low opacity (5–15%) and build gradually.

The Usage

This is a powerful finishing pass for renders and photobashes—guides the eye, sharpens form, and adds cinematic contrast.