Activity for User 780 - Richard Siersma - richard.j.siersma@gmail.com

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5 May 23 Comment David, I agree with Jim, however, using Luminar NEO to blur the BG I chose the Low Key preset and then edited the image using "Portrait Bokeh" which blurred the BG. Under the same tab, I reduced the BG brightness. May 3rd
5 May 23 Reply Thanks Sophia, I should have noticed them because they really stick out. I will re-crop to show more of the lids. May 2nd
5 May 23 Comment Sophia, I too am confused as to what may have caused the right side to become so dark. In addition to Jim's suggestion, assuming you weren't using some kind of filter on the lens, I'm wondering if there may have been some kind of reflection from something nearby. Do you use a lens shade? I think Jim's post-processing helped soften the dark streaks. May 2nd
5 May 23 Comment Mark, I agree, you have a terrific shoot of the lake and I think what Pete has accomplished post has really added to the overall feel. I especially like the light on the water that is present along the shoreline of the lower righthand side of the image. May 1st
5 May 23 Comment Pete, there is something very soothing and peaceful about "sailing" across the calm waters in a small boat whether it's the ocean or lake.
I extended the canvas in front of the boat and did a content-aware fill in PS the selected the subject to increase the brightness and contrast. Next, I reversed the selection to darken and warm the water. Very nice shot.		 May 1st
5 May 23 Comment Male wood ducks are one of the most colorful ducks in North America. We are watching a series on bird watching from National Geographic offered by the Great Courses which mentions the duck's colors. The only thing I can suggest is putting the catchlight just a little off-center, perhaps a little more towards the front of the eye. May 1st
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