Using the Gradient Map in Photoshop: A Tutorial

This post will teach you how to create gradient maps using Photoshop.

Gradient maps can be used to enhance photos in many different ways.

Gradient maps can be used to color-grade, recolor and create dramatic black-and white effects.

This guide will show you how to use gradient maps in Photoshop for enhancing your photos.

What is a Gradient Map?

The Gradient Maps tool in Photoshop can be used to manipulate the colors and tone of an image.

The tonal values in a photograph are mapped to a gradient. This is by default pure black to white, but you can choose any other color.

The default option for black-to-white is to have the darkest part of the image at one end and the lightest at the other.

Gradient maps are different from regular gradients. Instead of applying them over an image they replace the original colors.

This tool is best used for color grading or to convert photos into monochrome. It also allows you to create unique color effects.

Gradient maps are a great way to play around with your photo’s color palette.