Blotches of Color/HSL??

[kmcgrath]

I get blotches of color in areas of high luminance when lowering luminance using HSL. I am only lowering luminance from around 1.00 to 0.95. Is there a way to eliminate this color blotching while still being able to decrease the overall luminance?

[Spot]

1: use Levels instead of HSL. It sounds like you're adjusting for exposure?
2. Use Curves instead of HSL. Smoother ramp in the gamma.

[kmcgrath]

Yes, I am trying to "darken" areas that are blown out somewhat. I tried lowering luminance using HSL, but then blotchy colored areas show up. I'll give levels a try as you suggest, and report back. Thanks!

[David Jimerson]

I like the curves a little better, because of the graphic representation.

[kmcgrath]

Thanks guys. Levels and curves both give me MUCH better results!!