r/Colorization • u/Local_Syllabub_7824 • 10d ago

Tools for colourisation Help Needed

Dear All

Could anyone direct me to any tools or software available to colour old B&W photos?

How long does a photo in decent to good condition take to colour?

Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

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u/CanadianRhodie @bakercolorization 9d ago

Photoshop is what I work with.

Depending on the image, it can range from one hour to a week, but this includes restoration (lighting, scratches, water damage..) Portraits tend to be the easiest. Street scenes take the longest.

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u/Local_Syllabub_7824 9d ago

Thanks. Is that software free? Or is there another one that is. Yes, would be using for deceased family members

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u/MemoriesOfTime 9d ago

Photoshop is not a free software but you could use Photopea, it is a free online website with basically almost the same functionalities as Photoshop. Another free alternative is Gimp