What process is this image suitable for?

[EleanorW]

Sorry guys, but I am having trouble getting my head around this hdr, tonemapping, etc stuff still.

Here is 1 picture, 2 exposures.

 

[KmH]

To do an HDR you want at least 3 exposures, preferably +2 EV, 0, -2EV.

I just updated my Photomatix Pro and ran your 2 small JPEGs through it to check out some of the changes:

 

[Big Mike]

You might try just layering the image into one file (drag & drop). Then use a layer mask to cover the parts you want to show through from the lower layer.

 

[robertwsimpson]

quick layer mask job:

 

[::trainwreck::]

I dunno, I think I like KmH's better, the other still looks a little underexposed.

 

[EleanorW]

Layer mask ... hmm something else I need to go read up on. Heck, I just learned how to use layers for the first time on Monday . I like yours KmH, just the floor looks a little odd. You guys have given me some stuff to try. Thanks!

 

[Josh66]

I like the layer mask version more...

Looks like the interior of the barn is being lit by the light coming through the open door.

The HDR version just looks way too bright for a barn with no lights in it.

 

[EleanorW]

Ok, I think I figured out layer masks.. what does everyone think about this?

 

[Josh66]

Looks good. I would darken the door a little bit (since it is in the shade - looking at the light coming in).

 

[EleanorW]

I really don't like being a newbie... so I have to ask.. how do I accomplish that - with another mask?

 

[EleanorW]

Never mind me... I just figured it out. I hate that, ask a question and then discover the answer myself

 

[Josh66]

I just figured it out.

Ah, good.

It looks better.

 

[robertwsimpson]

you're getting the hang of it! lookin good!

 

[EleanorW]

Thanks - I fixed the angle too so the roof was straighter - it was driving me nuts the old way

Final and straight version lol...

 

[MelissaMarieImagery]

I love all the light coming through the cracks in the wall