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41 Nov 24 Comment Each version has a different feel and are all interesting. The one you posted looks less like a filter given the complexity Nov 15th
41 Nov 24 Comment Lisa, I like what you've done with what you were dealt. The choice to desaturate the image works nicely. One direction I might consider would be to darken the upper level some or add some atmosphere to create a slightly spookier feel. Something about a brightly lit upper level feels off with your theme Nov 14th
41 Nov 24 Comment Tom, This is one of my favorite of your recent creations. The contrast of the sharp figures with the ethereal blurred forrest is very effective. I agree with Brian regarding the bottom right shadow. I do wonder if a subtle drop shadow may better integrate your figure on the right as he feels a little pasted on. Nov 14th
41 Nov 24 Comment Brian, Thanks for outlining your process here. The details are helpful for those trying to replicate your technique. I'm more intrigued by the compelling kaleidoscope you've created. The final image is certainly more than the sum of its parts. Nov 14th
41 Nov 24 Comment Melissa, You've successfully achieved your goal of realistically placing a subject in this beautiful landscape. Nov 14th
41 Nov 24 Reply Melissa, The highlights don't show as well after the compression used to post. It was on the more subtle side. The original surfer image was much darker. I agree with your cropping idea. The original wave image is a wide angle photo in which I focused on the break crash. once I tried to add a subject it changed the focus. I will play some with cropping, thanks. Nov 3rd
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54 Nov 24 Reply Bruce, Thanks. I completely agree with your assessment. I've run into a bit of a creative block lately when it comes to photoshop images. I am quite pleased with that sunset image and will likely do as you say. It is hard to improve on Mother Nature. Nov 18th
54 Nov 24 Reply Peggy, Thanks for your B&W version. It does integrate the elements better but I loose the sunset aspect. I've attached a prior image I had done in which I did just what you suggested. Nov 18th
54 Nov 24 Reply Kirsti, You bring up an interesting point. The moment this image was created was after we finished shooting and were packing up. I looked up and saw that single glowing orb flashing its last orange glow and it spoke to me in its subtlety. I believe I eliminated some of the orange horizon in the process of blending the stars. That was intentional but I appreciate your handling. Nov 17th
54 Nov 24 Reply Matt, Guilty as charged on all accounts. Some images just weren't meant to be composites but I take my monthly commitment to group 54 (and 41) as motivation to try something different. Nov 17th
54 Nov 24 Reply Alan, I agree with you completely. I remember when I joined group 54 I was a 2 image only guy. It often is a stretch for me to create a 3 image composite. Often when done I look back and prefer the original images without all the fuss. The sunset by itself is a beautiful image. Lately I've been struggling to find my surrealist roots and creative spark, hopefully it will come back soon. Nov 17th
54 Nov 24 Comment Bruce, Another compelling image. I like your image as presented. There is something a little too real in a good way that brings one's attention to the joyful dance. I would keep it as is and encourage more. This has a hugely nostalgic feel with flavors of Norman Rockwell. Nov 17th
54 Nov 24 Comment Alan, I really like your image. It fits your less is more perfectly especially given the number of images within this image. I find the whole thing perfectly crafted and I like the pure fantasy version you've created over a grounded image, although I understand Bruce's perspective. Nov 17th
54 Nov 24 Comment Kirsti, My first impression was the dinosaurs looked like plastic figurines and not real. Peggy's handling does show promise in normalizing the dinosaurs in the landscape. If you prefer a color theme I'd suggest matching tonalities/colors with the squirrels. Integrating figures like these is tough. I have started playing with painting light onto the subjects to simulate how they would be lit in the landscape I drop them in. That would be difficult in this image as it is fairly flat. With respect to your question about the cropping, it does feel a little tight for my taste but does have a more intimate look. If you have an image shot from further out it may balance the image better. Nov 17th
54 Nov 24 Comment Matt, Welcome to group 54. This is a fun image with much going on. I join Alan in a preference for "less is more" but do find your image enjoyable. Given your choice of floating ghosts, stars, moon and lightning I would darken the sky to create more of a night feeling and also increase the creepiness of the image, unless you prefer keeping it more playful. Nov 17th
54 Nov 24 Comment Peggy, I join the group in applauding you for a beautiful image. My first impression was along the lines of Bruce's in finding the subject a little lost int he intense background, although it wasn't enough to bother me. I also agree with others regarding the dark at the base of the woman's feet being a little distracting. Other than those two minor points I really like this months artistic creation. Nov 17th
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