I opted for number 2 - lightening the complexion without significantly altering the tones of the rest of the image.
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| Original version of the image |
The 'default' version of the image was created using 'Greyscale' - whilst quite a raw conversion I think it works quite well because is simplifies the background.
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| Greyscale conversion |
For this next conversion I added a Black & White Adjustment Layer and then very slightly increased the red slider - by 10 points.
Initially, I used the magic wand to select just his face and hair and then added a Curves Layer and lightened the selection. This conversion was acceptable, but no better than the greyscale version above - and considering the additional work involved, not really worth the effort.
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| Complexion lightened using the red slider |
Lightening his face in this way certainly improves/lifts this image. My only comment would be that his forehead now blends into the pillar behind, whereas there is a clear distinction in the 'Greyscale' conversion.
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