Understanding White Balance and Color Temperature

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Learn how adjusting white balance can correct color tones and enhance the mood of your photographs in different lighting conditions, from warm indoor shots to cool outdoor scenes.

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A portrait in a house with yellow lights if left on default WB mode can be haunted yellow, you would reduce the color temperature (Geometry Vibes) to bring the photo to a neutral tone. Conversely, if a snowy landscape photo is too cold blue, you would increase the color temperature to create a warmer, more inviting feel.