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So this is one image that’s very challenging. Obviously the bright areas are completely blown. I reshot the scene and exposed for the bright areas only. The reshot the scene and exposed for the side of the barn only. 
I’m just learning layers and stacking, but I think I’ll be able to bring up the shadows only and get something acceptable. Other ideas very welcome. 

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I would suggest to do a HDR stack, and then play with global compression and local contrast sliders in Tone Map Persona until the result pleases your eyes.

Your imagination is the limit.

I spend hours with some night scenes. The extreme contrast of bright lights, especially colored lights, against darker areas like sky, wood etc. makes it tricky to find a good balance.1076199626_IMG_9600(Large).thumb.jpg.51a9709a4031d7c7f35c8ad93eb9d8c5.jpg

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