CRAFT
BLACK
& WHITE
MASTERPIECES
The easy way to monochrome perfection.
“It goes far further than the black & white tools built into Adobe Photoshop.”
"This is the mono conversion tool by which all others are judged.”
"Silver Efex is fantastic.”
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DREAM IN BLACK & WHITE
Nik Silver Efex
turns photoshop into a digital darkroom
Instant results built on traditional techniques
Just load up an image and you’ll be greeted by a range of easy presets and simple sliders, each ready to add an evocative monochrome look to your photos.
Most of the tools in Nik Silver Efex are based on traditional black-and-white films or darkroom processes, giving instant results, while the sliders let you put your own spin on them.
A striking image
in four steps.
1
This is already a beautiful image, but with Nik Collection,
we can make it truly exceptional in just a few clicks.
2
Most edits start with choosing a Film Type. For this image, we’ve selected
the classic Kodak 100 TMAX Pro, instantly boosting the contrast.
3
Next, we make some U Point™ local adjustments to shape the light.
We darken the top and bottom of the image using Control Lines, and then
use a Control Point to knock back the brightness on the right-hand side.
4
Finally, in the Finishing Adjustments palette, we add a gentle vignette,
an analog-style border, and then a Selenium tone to complement the
cold, urban feel.
“My go-to black & white processing method for over 15 years. I’m completely dependent on it!”
“It’s unique. It’s different. It’s a refreshing change!”
“The holy grail for black & white photographers!”
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Exclusive
tools only in
Nik Silver Efex
Clearview filter adds bite to black & white
When contrast is essential, try this to add more drama to your images.
Originally designed by DxO to reduce haze and fog, it’s a great tool for black-and-white. Try it out on all sorts of images, from moody landscapes to add dramatic cloud detail, to characterful portraits where it can create that gorgeous metallic feel.
The powerful Color Filter tool
Nik Silver Efex lets you cook up some intense monochrome recipes.
Just like the colored filters you would fit on a lens, the Color Filter tool reduces the intensity of some tones based on their original color, while leaving others bright. For example, an orange filter will make a blue sky darker.
Cycle through the preset filter options including classics like red, yellow, and blue, or use the Hue slider to create your own, but don’t forget to pump up the Strength for real drama and impact!
"The go-to for anything related to black & white photography"
"Silver Efex is the best black and white tool of all."
“Possibly the best tool for converting color images.”
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Nik Collection is the
complete black & white toolkit.
Local adjustments have never been easier
Dodging and burning is fundamental to black-and-white, and in Photoshop it’s hard work. In Nik Silver Efex, local adjustments are as seamless as they are satisfying.
U Point™ technology is a unique set of controls that feel natural and offer precision, letting you create sublime results with ease.
Achieve perfect clarity with Nik Sharpener
Once you’ve completed your workflow, make sure your images are ready for sharing with the world.
Nik Sharpener knows the right level of sharpening, whether it’s for print or a digital display. It even lets you target your sharpening for where the photo needs it most.
Discover vintage film stocks, classic cameras, and
traditional effects
Nik Analog Efex takes you back in time to a world of grain, wet plates, and light leaks.
Enjoy classic lenses, beautiful bokeh, double exposures, nostalgic film styles, and lots more creative effects that will put a completely unique spin on any image.
Discover a fresh way to
edit your black-and-
white photos with tools
you just won’t find
anywhere else.
"If your photography needs an injection of inspiration,
style, or creativity, this is where you’ll find it."
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