Effects — Mezzotint — Reference
Mezzotint settings
The Mezzotint effect has 4 settings. Here is what each one controls.
- Settings
- 4
- Category
Setting reference
| Setting | What it controls |
|---|---|
| Grain size | The size of the individual grains. Bigger grains look rougher. |
| Contrast | How strongly light and dark areas are separated. |
| Ink | The colour of the ink. |
| Paper | The colour of the paper. |
Tips for better results
- Tip 01
Raise contrast for dramatic darks; lower it for a softer, dreamier print.
- Tip 02
Dark ink on warm paper reads as antique. Try light ink on dark paper for a ghostly negative.
- Tip 03
Use photos with plenty of tonal range; flat lighting gives a flat result.