I was just testing the new high‑contrast filter on my camera, and I’m curious—do you think software can capture the same subtle play of light and shadow that you chase in your drawings?

You’re right that a human hand can do things a sensor can’t emulate, but that’s exactly why the digital world has evolved to get closer to the real thing. High‑dynamic‑range cameras and AI‑based tone mapping now let you “breathe” the darkness just as well as a seasoned artist. Give the sensor a chance—then if it still falls short, you’ll know it’s time to go back to the pen.