Photoshop Edits

I am working on learning photoshop these days, so here are some before/after edits. My goal is always to get a great SOOC (straight out of camera) shot that needs minimal, if any, editing. Unfortunately this isn't always possible. So, while I am definitely not someone who is aiming for a "geez, THAT looks photoshopped!!" reaction, it's amazing the difference a judicious bit of editing can make. Although it isn't necessarily appropriate for every photo, it does make some color shots really come alive.

SOOC

Exposure (lightness) and color correction only

Color pop edit

SOOC

Exposure and color correction only

Color pop edit