Sculpt Light, Keep Detail - 3 Lightroom Masks for Architectural Photos

In this Lightroom tutorial, I walk through how I edit a monastery corridor filled with intricate stonework and strong directional light. Using just three targeted masks, we’ll enhance the glow and dreaminess of the light, use shadow and illumination to guide the viewer’s eye down the corridor, and preserve the fine architectural detail that gives the scene its character.

This is all about using light intentionally — not globally — so the image feels immersive, dimensional, and true to the space. If you want your architectural and travel photos to feel more expressive without losing realism, this approach will help you get there.

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Corridor in Jeronimos Monastery, Lisbon, Portugal
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