How can I get this dark photo looking realistic?

[Donatzsky (Nis Donatzsky)]

@kuro68k

I was looking for something like “gamma” and this is basically it, but much more powerful.

Sounds like you should watch some tutorials. I already posted some recommendations in another discussion, so I’ll just link that here:

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