Hard Flash
Deep shadows and punchy highlights for a bold, high-contrast finish.

Download, extract and upload every PNG below in order.
A is nearest the photo; the last letter is nearest the decorative overlay.
Keep branding and decorative overlay above all effects.
Set editor opacity to full/default; strength is built into the PNGs.

1. A-black-and-white--COLOR.png
   Blend Mode: Color
2. B-hard-shadow--COLOR-BURN.png
   Blend Mode: Color Burn
3. C-hard-highlight--COLOR-DODGE.png
   Blend Mode: Color Dodge

This intentionally reduces shadow and highlight detail. Use less strength or choose another look if facial detail is lost. No grain or smoothing is added.

Do not upload preview portraits as effect PNGs. Use this recipe alone.
Save and check a finished Snappic capture before the event.
