A place to post your fruits of the day, new shots, just edited etc... everyone likes feedback, so only post here if your open to honest feedback :tup:
Here's one from today to start the topic off...
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_alcobaca3_5470a.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/alcobaca3_5470a.jpg)
Great idea orgie :tup: Is it a case of make a comment then post a picture to carry on the sequence or can we just comment and/or critique?
Irv
No rules in mind Irv, just if anyone posts a pic its open to critique :)
Good idea oRGie. I think I will use this thread more since the front page gallery wipes your shots out of view by multiple postings. (Guilty as charged myself occasionally) :D :D
Nice old building in the background. Satelite dish looks out of place in a street like that. :) Pity about the graffiti aswell. Also how small do you have to be to become a chef over there. ;D ;D
Lake Windermere as seen from Bowness. (clickable)
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Thats a lovely place Jim and a lovely photo.
Yes shame about the satelite dish, its about time Portugal woke up to protecting the natural beauty of the place, especially as thats a 12th century monastary with tombs of old kings and queens..
here's a few of the shots I took this morning, woke up early :) these are taken leaning out of my back bedroom window..
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_sunrise_5546a.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/sunrise_5546a.jpg)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_sunrise_5562.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/sunrise_5562.jpg)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_sunrise_5565.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/sunrise_5565.jpg)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_sunrise_5573.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/sunrise_5573.jpg)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_sunrise_5592.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/sunrise_5592.jpg)
That's cheating leaning out your window. Should be out there like me before dawn instead of in a warm house...... ::)
One from yesterday of a House Sparrow, he looks cold but it was a warm day. ;D
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Just thought i'd bump this thread to see if we can get it going again. (must've removed my pic :-[)
Here's a few from today. The band are embarking on their debut album! yesterday was their first day in a studio ever, so after much setting up of the mic's, lines etc we finally got something recorded tonight. They are doing the master tracks now and then we will record the multitracks.
I think the high iso noise suits the subject ?
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_plant_6974a.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/plant_6974a.jpg)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_plant_6953a.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/plant_6953a.jpg)
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Orgie, I`m amazed. I just thought you were a fan of this band, didn't`t realize you were this well connected. :tup:
Anyway here is a shot i took of haven bridge in gt yarmouth at the weekend while waiting for the light to go.
For me i like the composition, but i think i find the river wall ( Bottom left ) a little distracting.
Any comments greatly appreciated. ( go on you won`t upset me ;)).
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_Haven%20Bridge.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/Haven%20Bridge.jpg)
I like the sky and the light brings out the texture of the stone. :tup: I suppose to get rid of the wall you would have to stand a bit closer and have a wider angled lens. Very limited exif info on the file when clicked on so don't know the in's and out's of the shot.
jim
Cracking sky damondph. You can't do much with the river wall otherwise, you lose too much of the river. The only way round it was to lean over the wall, but that might have been unsafe. I don't think it's as big a distraction as you think. ;D
Thanks guys... It`s nice to get another take on this. Yeah possibly leaning over the wall would have allowed me a better veiw point. accsess is very limited because of the wall but i think i`ll have another go with you`re suggestions, just got to wait for another dramatic sky. Thanks for you`re kind words. :beer:
Firstly, Orgies band shot - the first one. The face is a little dark for me - the tee shirt is bright and pulls the eye down.
The second is a nice snap of the overall set up.
The Mike is nice, I like these sort of almost abstract shots of a small element. The OOF drums in the background linking it with the band works well. Best one for me!
Damonhph, I first thought the image was HDR'd - and it may be - but what ever, the sky makes the shot. The lamp is possibly a little too central, but not knowing the area, I don't know if you could move farther down the bank to improve this element of the composition,
Hi Mark.. Thanks for you`re comments, you`re right it is an hdr. Agree the sky realy makes it. The trouble with composition is your really restricted by the river wall & to the right, out of shot is bloody great wire fence. I went down again today to see if i could get a better angle by leaning over the wall, but it`s a bit more than just dodgey. :( :o
Damon, I like the shot and the comments allready made are all spot on, the lamp is the only part that spoils it a bit, I think if I had been doing the edit on it I would have killed the bright light in the lamp to make it blend a bit more as it attracts the eye as it is.
Mark, thanks for taking time to crit the shots, your comments are very perceptive :) the mic and drums shot was the one that I was carefull to get the drums in and out of focus to make the mic stand out, you seem to have got exactly what I was after, so thats great.. Looking at the shot of the singer in the booth with fresh eyes, I can see the t'shirt is not as white as it could be, so that would have given me room to brighten it up overall and so lighten the skin tones in his face. The group shot is a snap really, the thing I liked about it was the singers hand and finger position, but then I know what he was saying so the humour of the shot is obvious to me, but no-one else would know that, I was being told to get back in the control room lol..
Orgie, Thanks for your comments, much appreciated.
By the way, Any free tickets ;)
Ooo pulling people's pics to bits, err, I mean constructive criticism. What fun!
Here goes.
oRGie: Do I think the high ISO noise suits the band? No. (You have to realise I have no idea who this is). It just shows me it was pretty dark and you didn't have flash :) First one is darkish on the face. If only he'd looked up the light would have caught him nicely. Second one is somewhat soft. Third is quite nice. I just wish there was some pattern or something in the b/g. Is this a sound studio or are they doing chromakey? Anyway, nice record of a dull day in a studio :)
Damon: really not sure. Love the texture of the stone, LOVE the water, don't like the haloing and with another darker exposure you could have got some detail in the lamp heads. Orange light under the bridge is a bit distracting. Not sure about the wall at the bottom. Twist the camera right through 10 degrees and I reckon you have better framing.
Would love to put up a snap I've been working on today but it's embargoed ATM. So instead here's one from a little while ago. Clients came round and paid me for it yesterday so it's been on my desk today.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_ML__155659_50.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/ML__155659_50.jpg)
Hmm - how do you do that cool thing where people can click to see it bigger? - Ah sussed it.....
Blimey.. Like that, but then i am a bloke ;) ;) ;) ;) :D :D
Quote from: damondph on September 09, 2009, 07:42:53 PM
Blimey.. Like that, but then i am a bloke ;) ;) ;) ;) :D :D
I hate to break this to you, but it's unlikely they would be interested in you ;)
Quote from: Jonathan on September 09, 2009, 07:46:16 PM
Quote from: damondph on September 09, 2009, 07:42:53 PM
Blimey.. Like that, but then i am a bloke ;) ;) ;) ;) :D :D
I hate to break this to you, but it's unlikely they would be interested in you ;)
I was going to say that the kiss looks a bit more passionate than the usual girlfriend peck!
Anyway, the pic.
I'm not sure I like the colour cast of the conversion. Its seems to be neither one thing or the other.
Exposure is spot on (As expected from a seasoned pro!)
Detail in the dresses is super.
The one girls arm lead your eye up into the two girls faces.
Being picky, is the wall edge vertical?
Quote from: Jonathan on September 09, 2009, 07:37:44 PM
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I think it needs more space at the bottom - not much, just 5-10 pixels or so to balance out the top and give the dress a bit more space.
The one with the back to the wall is too eager. The position of the outer bride is dominant, and it would have been a tad better to have the left one more submissive in pose. The dynamic isn't quite right.
Needs a bit more on the right, and a bit less on the left.
Love the texture in the wall and the leading lines of the ivy.
H.
Quote from: Jonathan on September 09, 2009, 07:37:44 PM
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Here's my tuppence worth
Initially I think that there is too much space above their heads ( it could be cut by half) and then I dont think the b & w does it justice presumably that is ivy on the wall which would have matched with the grass framing the shot more rather than distracting my eyes from the bride(s), also the flint in the wall would have given more warmth to a shot finally it looks to me more like a forced kiss rather than an quiet intimate moment in a hectic day
Cheers guys.
Couple of remarks.....
Not sure about the toning myself. I have a couple of different edits of this. I made a rather nice fine art print of this on cotton rag and messed about getting some tones I liked. This wasn't the final version for printing but that looks a bit stark so I posted the warmer one.
No the wall isn't straight. It's part of a church that was deconsecrated in the late 14th century and hasn't been repointed in the last 600 years. It bulges a bit but I'm sure it's safe.
As for the framing......yeah I left space for a magazine masthead :) Seriously, there's a chance this will be used for a mag cover and I have learned the hard way to leave copy lines.
And the posing? Ah, I just left them to get on with it.........
Quote from: Jonathan on September 09, 2009, 10:17:25 PM
And the posing? Ah, I just left them to get on with it.........
And did they? :-[ :2funny:
Jonathon, I really cant fault your shot, superb in many ways, but the comments made are very interesting and thought provoking...
The band play grungy rock kind of stuff, the studio is owned by the local council and is part of the youth centre, so the rooms are set up for sound, but they also do video editing, classes and work for the council, hence the blue wall.. I could have or should have used flash for the band together, but the mic shot would have been tough with a straight on flash and no reflectors etc. The singer in the booth was behind glass so flash would have reflected, however I do wish he had looked up, I think your right that it would have made the shot much nicer, mind you with the strees they had thinking about recording if I had tapped on the glass and said look up I may not be here typing this now lol :legit: Thanks for taking time to crit :beer:
Took some shots of my trusty geeetaar today, she's a beauty, had her 24 years :o thought I'd bump the thread with 'em :legit:
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_lp1_7201.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/lp1_7201.jpg)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_lp2_7215a.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/lp2_7215a.jpg)
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:beer: think I'll go and make some noise :beer:
Quote from: jimthetrain on March 30, 2009, 07:42:09 PM
Lake Windermere as seen from Bowness. (clickable)
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First off - great idea for a thread Orgie.
Next - Jim in your posting i didn't get to see the link until i clicked on reply with quote and then when i did finally copy the link to a new window it opened up an image of somewhere in Edinburgh.
Orgie - great wake up shots of sunrise. 'Lucky Sod' came to mind given the rain fall i've woken up to here for the last few days!
Oldboy - i frequently get up before dawn - but only cos i'm contractually required to do so - and when i do i spend my time avoiding the donations off the seagulls as i navigate to work. None of my avians look as cute as yours.
Now to plug my memory card into the compy to see what i've taken this week!
p.s. - great pictures
I did some clearing out in my gallery a while ago and must have deleted that pic.
Heres some from a while back
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(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2640/3999545910_a7b333b50f.jpg)
Check it out and tell me what you think: www.craig-l.blogspot.com
Is this the bird who dumped you then ?
looks a bit like AdeW (sp)
whatever became of him and his tales from the store room?
Nice pics Craig. For a bit of crit, I would have cropped out some of the top to make more of the impact of the catch lights in her eyes :o
I checked your blog, ahhh young love :legit:
Here's one I edited today, taken earlier this week, in memory of Peter Jackson and his sig quote which allways made me smile "Lord please help me to be the man my dog thinks I am"
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_bonnie_sixandhalf_7184_1a.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/bonnie_sixandhalf_7184_1a.jpg)
Quote from: Alfonso_Frisk on October 11, 2009, 02:49:23 PM
Is this the bird who dumped you then ?
looks a bit like AdeW (sp)
whatever became of him and his tales from the store room?
Haha, yeah it is...
locked in the freezer maybe? Crushed by the shelves he climbed?
Quote from: oRGie on October 11, 2009, 02:53:26 PM
Nice pics Craig. For a bit of crit, I would have cropped out some of the top to make more of the impact of the catch lights in her eyes :o
I checked your blog, ahhh young love :legit:
Thanks oRGIE, will make a note for the next time...when ever or who ever that will be lol
yep sure is...
Had reason to go to my grand parents old farmhouse to get some photos, took a few arty (lol) shots while there, this one I liked the light and mother nature pushing the door open.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_back%20door_7289.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/back%20door_7289.jpg)
Quote from: oRGie on October 15, 2009, 08:55:23 PM
Had reason to go to my grand parents old farmhouse to get some photos, took a few arty (lol) shots while there, this one I liked the light and mother nature pushing the door open.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_back%20door_7289.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/back%20door_7289.jpg)
Very nice shot Orgie ! at first glance I thought Tringle WP had been in your area .. :legit:
hehe, thanks, something must be rubbing off :beer:
Todays crop :)
as mentioned elsewhere, had to do some work today, couldnt resist the concrete hula hoop shot
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_house_7333.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/house_7333.jpg)
In case your wondering what the big wondows are pointed at
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_views_7371.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/views_7371.jpg)
Thats where I went to cool down with a cold one after working :beer:
Got home to find some lovely early evening low sun light bringing some flowers to life
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_flower_7386.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/flower_7386.jpg)
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:legit:
A photo I took when returning to base very early Monday Morning...
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_Tower_purpleweb.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/Tower_purpleweb.jpg)
Past the water tower a few times over the past few weeks, and fancied taking a pic... Edited by removing a house from the background, and darkening the blacks, to make the sky darker.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_web_DSC7677.jpg)
You may not recognise the face.
You may not be familiar with the name Paul Carrack.
But you will allmost certainly have heard the voice!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8mPS0-2Xq8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYRmQRtS3cw
Graham. :)
Know the face and the name - and have the Mechanics greatest hits on the Mac.
Pick a song and you will want to sing along. Picture as good as the music.
Quote from: Graham on November 09, 2009, 05:23:37 PM
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You may not recognise the face.
You may not be familiar with the name Paul Carrack.
But you will allmost certainly have heard the voice!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z8mPS0-2Xq8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYRmQRtS3cw
Graham. :)
Know the face, love his music, he's one of ours, nice Sheffield lad.
Had a first play with off camera flash on the 7D today 8)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_bonnie_0271.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/bonnie_0271.jpg)
Orgie he looks a bit miffed, in fact if he could talk I think he would say get the bloody 7D out of my face. ;) :)
Quote from: Oly Paul on December 01, 2009, 11:22:38 AM
Orgie he looks a bit miffed, in fact if he could talk I think he would say get the bloody 7D out of my face. ;) :)
Your not wrong, but its not the camera, she tore a ligament in her back leg, going to have an op to fix it later this week :(
Thought I better point the camera at something else today for a change lol
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_wood%20yard_0313_1.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/wood%20yard_0313_1.jpg)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_windmill_0303.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/windmill_0303.jpg)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_fanadia_0279.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/fanadia_0279.jpg)
Please feel free to join in posting in here, feeling a bit johnny no mates in this thread :2funny: :legit:
I'm all of a flood, sorry, but just going over some of the pics from today and realised this one has a humorous side to it.. and kind of explains the interest in it anyway..
Now thats what I call a domestic wind turbine :)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_windmill_0301.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/windmill_0301.jpg)
Nice set of pics Orgie, I particualy like the tractor one, though if it were mine I'd have wanted to make the tractor pop more against that dark background using flash or post processing but thats just me :)
Quote from: Oly Paul on December 02, 2009, 02:22:30 PM
Nice set of pics Orgie, I particualy like the tractor one, though if it were mine I'd have wanted to make the tractor pop more against that dark background using flash or post processing but thats just me :)
Thanks Paul.. The tractor shot was a sort of manual hdr, 2 differently processed raw's layered, foreground was de-saturated and for the sky I dropped the exposure to get the detail in the clouds back, but I didnt want to make a full blown hdr, maybe I should have :) but had a play and I think it does look nicer with more colour in the tractor, I was still holding back as the sky was kind of my original focus over the scene, if that makes sense lol.. but glad for the feedback as i think its improved quite a lot really :legit:
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_wood%20yard_0313_2.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/wood%20yard_0313_2.jpg)
Quote from: oRGie on December 01, 2009, 10:17:11 PM
Please feel free to join in posting in here, feeling a bit johnny no mates in this thread :2funny: :legit:
But then you are the boy with a new toy!
No Parking!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/no%20parking.jpg)
Great colours Paul and nice angle and composition :beer:
Was that at a show ?
Am quite pleased with this shot, by-product of the 3d comp
Wee-jake, you asked how it was done, its an led lightball from mathmos, camera on self timer, used another tripod to focus manually, them postioned myself for the shot. Dialled in a low exposure in a blacked out room.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_hands_0883.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/hands_0883.jpg)
Thanks oRGie will need to try that looks fantastic thanks for the reply :)
Ian
The local beach is having a bit of an enviromental disaster, the local council put a pipeline into the lagoon about 18 months ago, at first all seemed well, but over the last year the opening from the sea to the lagoon has started shifting, over this winter it has eroded a very large part of what was a great beach and an important part of the local community's tourist income. Now, a little late, the council are trying to put things right, it seems an impossible task to me, must be millions of tonnes of sand has been displaced by the ocean and they have 2 dumper trucks and a digger working in the futile attempt... :'(
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Quote from: oRGie on February 20, 2010, 11:31:14 PM
The local beach is having a bit of an enviromental disaster, the local council put a pipeline into the lagoon about 18 months ago, at first all seemed well, but over the last year the opening from the sea to the lagoon has started shifting, over this winter it has eroded a very large part of what was a great beach and an important part of the local community's tourist income. Now, a little late, the council are trying to put things right, it seems an impossible task to me, must be millions of tonnes of sand has been displaced by the ocean and they have 2 dumper trucks and a digger working in the futile attempt... :'(
Now if it had been snow, we could have helped! :tup:
Cracking picture by the way. ;D
One from my recent jaunt back 'oop north', to the East Lancs Railway...
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/no15.jpg)
... and another. This time, Boltons branch of Woolworths, showing signs of neglect.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_bolton-woolworths.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/bolton-woolworths.jpg)
And, er... a bit of post-processing. ;)
Two more. This time, taken with my Leica IIIc and an Elmar copy Russian Industar-22 (an uncommon Komz one) 50mm. Film... Fujifilm Superia 200. Exposure... guesswork. :)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_birch-canalside.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/birch-canalside.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_austin.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/austin.jpg)
Hi Dave.
I'm not usually taken with steam train shots bit there's somthing about this one I like. I think I would like it more if I could see more of the platform and less of the warehouse type building (Just my opinion.). I kind of expect to see Jenny Agutter, Sally Thompsett and the boy whose name no one knows there.
Theres a kind of "I'm gone but I'm not dead yet" defiance about the Woolworths pic.
Graham.
PS When did you get the Holga plug in for your i-pad? ;D
Quote from: Graham on April 07, 2010, 05:22:09 PM
Hi Dave.
I'm not usually taken with steam train shots bit there's somthing about this one I like. I think I would like it more if I could see more of the platform and less of the warehouse type building (Just my opinion.). I kind of expect to see Jenny Agutter, Sally Thompsett and the boy whose name no one knows there.
I guess the old 'BD' is still haunting me...
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Quote from: Hybridphotog on April 15, 2010, 12:41:53 AM
Quote from: Graham on April 07, 2010, 05:22:09 PM
Hi Dave.
I'm not usually taken with steam train shots bit there's somthing about this one I like. I think I would like it more if I could see more of the platform and less of the warehouse type building (Just my opinion.). I kind of expect to see Jenny Agutter, Sally Thompsett and the boy whose name no one knows there.
I guess the old 'BD' is still haunting me...
Good! I was beginning to miss the B&W steam photos!
H.
Quote from: hevans on April 15, 2010, 08:56:08 AM
Good! I was beginning to miss the B&W steam photos!
H.
I've noticed there's some railway museum in near Sudbury. It's not as near as I was to the East Lancs railway, but it's a damn sight cheaper to get to, now I'm based in Clacton. :)
Nice steam pics Dave. :)
A pic of Loanna from last nights camera club studio night. The last time I went to my local camera club was nearly a year ago due to health problems and slight depression.
As soon as I walked in I heared, we are glad to see you and can you set the lights up, nice to know I was missed for something.
(http://paulsilk.zenfolio.com/img/v8/p1022532194.jpg)
As long as you didn't have to dress the model! :-[ Cracking shot. ;D
Glad you are feeling better. :tup:
This should give you all a laugh. ;D
It shows the Coot attacking a Swan who gets to close to the Coot's nest.
Into the attack.
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4025/4530610916_0cf603b7f3.jpg?v=0) (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4025/4530610916_0cf603b7f3_b.jpg)
Knockout punch?
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4061/4530610926_07435de4b7.jpg?v=0) (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4061/4530610926_07435de4b7_b.jpg)
Is that your best shot?
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4007/4530610932_eca05b2316.jpg?v=0) (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4007/4530610932_eca05b2316_b.jpg)
Even the wife joins in.
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4053/4530610934_4eec3668b4.jpg?v=0) (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4053/4530610934_4eec3668b4_b.jpg)
Click each image for bigger size.
Now that hilarious Oldboy..how the mighty have fallen! ;D
Thanks Paul. :tup:
I've been photographing the Mistle Thrushes and their nest of three chicks. Today whilst there I saw one of them fledged. ;D
Is this Mistle Thrush chick about to fledge?
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4035/4532061318_dd115f437b.jpg?v=0) (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4035/4532061318_dd115f437b_b.jpg)
Yes he did and is now telling the parents where he is.
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4014/4532061334_73c75220dc.jpg?v=0) (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4014/4532061334_73c75220dc_b.jpg)
One of the parents with the young fledgling.
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2434/4532061336_76c68ec8bc.jpg?v=0) (http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2434/4532061336_76c68ec8bc_b.jpg)
Went for a coffee and when I came back the other one had fledged onto a different tree.
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4018/4532061352_155816d5b7.jpg?v=0) (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4018/4532061352_155816d5b7_b.jpg)
I was very lucky to catch this as it can happen anytime. I've been feeling good all day since. ;D ;D
Click each image for bigger size and enjoy.
What a lovely little story, well told.
The wifes pride and joy ( Camillia) came into flower today so of course a snap of it was expected. :)
E30 and ZD 50mm Macro and developed in Silkypix Pro.
(http://www.pbase.com/image/123911883.jpg)
Cracking shot of the Camillia Paul. :tup:
Do you all remember the science fiction film, "The Fly"? Well I took a shot of a Hoverfly today and now I'm not so sure! :o
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4043/4593245328_375c22a4d6.jpg?v=0) (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4043/4593245328_375c22a4d6_b.jpg)
:legit:
Click for bigger size.
Loverly detail and colour Oldboy.
Spent a hour at the local classic car show today.
(http://olypaul.smugmug.com/Cars/Classic-Cars/2010-05-09-12-41-43-E-620/861499222_cxboc-L.jpg)
I was there as well Paul until 13:30. ;D
Hi
This is my favourite 2 shots from yesterday a Spotted flycatcher, pretty rare round where I live
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4026/4617982489_01818dbaa3_o.jpg)
(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4033/4618019875_bea0ef7874_o.jpg)
Dave
Took these at the local zoo yesterday
Olympus E620+Grip and ZD70-300mm , processed in CO5
ISO800, F6.3 @ 1/200sec
(http://olypaul.smugmug.com/Nature/Birds/20100621-134059/908842142_CXSNt-L.jpg)
ISO1000 f8 @ 1/160sec
(http://olypaul.smugmug.com/Nature/Birds/20100621-134003/908842332_Gfa8J-L.jpg)
A few more from Mondays trip to the zoo, it was a good exercise in trying to keep my hand in at making them appear natural.
E-620, 70-300mm , processed in CO5
(http://olypaul.smugmug.com/Nature/Zoo-Animals/20100621-114455/910934605_KfJjo-XL.jpg)
(http://olypaul.smugmug.com/Nature/Zoo-Animals/20100621-120644/910934499_pbnp5-XL.jpg)
(http://olypaul.smugmug.com/Nature/Zoo-Animals/20100621-115352/910934539_GLMHN-L.jpg)
They've gone Paul?
A bit of street photography...
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_cupdreams.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/cupdreams.jpg)
"World Cup dreams"
I like the idea! :)
Mon Ami
(http://olypaul.smugmug.com/Events/1940s-Day-Reenactments/20100703-132153a/922682316_36aBu-L-1.jpg)
Hello Hello, that reminds me of someone else! :D
Cracking shot Paul. :tup:
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/normal_butterfly%7E2.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/butterfly%7E2.jpg)
"Painted Lady"
Great shot Dave. :tup:
Haven't seen any Painted Lady butterflies this year but last year we were over-run with them. ::)
It's July since we had Photo of the Day? ???
Some photos taken in the Jewellery Quarter today of old buildings.
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5122/5339699763_12149a3bf5_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5122/5339699763_12149a3bf5_b.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5281/5339699767_93db7312c9_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5281/5339699767_93db7312c9_b.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5123/5340351088_17816e5038_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5123/5340351088_17816e5038_b.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5163/5340351092_81c32b7d86_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5163/5340351092_81c32b7d86_b.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5084/5340351108_6b272ceab4_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5084/5340351108_6b272ceab4_b.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5290/5340351114_f01a287c2e_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5290/5340351114_f01a287c2e_b.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5202/5340351118_9e3e8829d1_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5202/5340351118_9e3e8829d1_b.jpg)
Click for bigger size. :tup:
Looks like a very risky place to be!
Quote from: SimonW on January 10, 2011, 09:22:24 AM
Looks like a very risky place to be!
Yes, but if your careful it's OK. When climbing the stairs tested every step before putting all my weight on it. Most of the front windows were boarded up, so it was quite dark inside. :tup:
Great shots OB love the "Urban Decay" type shots, not really anywhere in Kingston like that at the moment just empty offices that are guarded 24 hours a day great sequence of shots.
Great color shots. :)
Great shots OB I would love to find somewhere like that to have a rummage around :tup:
Quote from: irv_b on January 13, 2011, 09:57:57 PM
Great shots OB I would love to find somewhere like that to have a rummage around :tup:
There must be loads of sites in London that look like this. :tup:
Yes, but they're still occupied!
Quote from: Oldboy on January 09, 2011, 09:04:37 PM
It's July since we had Photo of the Day? ???
Some photos taken in the Jewellery Quarter today of old buildings.
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5122/5339699763_12149a3bf5_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5122/5339699763_12149a3bf5_b.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5281/5339699767_93db7312c9_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5281/5339699767_93db7312c9_b.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5123/5340351088_17816e5038_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5123/5340351088_17816e5038_b.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5163/5340351092_81c32b7d86_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5163/5340351092_81c32b7d86_b.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5084/5340351108_6b272ceab4_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5084/5340351108_6b272ceab4_b.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5290/5340351114_f01a287c2e_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5290/5340351114_f01a287c2e_b.jpg)
(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5202/5340351118_9e3e8829d1_z.jpg?v=0) (http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5202/5340351118_9e3e8829d1_b.jpg)
Click for bigger size. :tup:
I took a shot of that very building a few years ago - slightly different angle - over the metal railings - I didn't go inside though.
Excellent shots. :)
Thanks all.
anglefire - The top two are a different building to the bottom four. I couldn't get into the top building but I would have if I could, but would have been very careful. :D
Fab shots OB, where about is it please
Scrub that its Birmingham, I just found your flickr :tup:
Quote from: Just Dave on January 22, 2011, 09:17:03 AM
Fab shots OB, where about is it please
Scrub that its Birmingham, I just found your flickr :tup:
Thanks Dave. I thought everyone new the Jewellery quarter was in Birmingham. ;D
Ay up Im fro up norf :2funny:
Johannesburg ( Jo'burg ) to the locals. A old picture that I scaned and repaired today. Thought I looked better here than in the gallery.
Look how much dirt there was in the old slr camera ( second picture )
(http://gallery.rantthisspace.com/index.php?cmd=image&sfpg=c3R1ZmZfZm9yX3NhbGUvbWlub2x0YV9YRzEvKjAyeGcxLmpwZyo3YTEwZTQxNTk3ZDk5ZGMyYzk1ZmViZDkzODBjMzczZA)
So Willy. When did you last put some film through it? ;)
One thing it shows, is how camera straps have evolved from the dog leads of yore. :2funny:
It has been more than ten years since I put film in this camera. It worked well at the time but I was using it to document my work sites and the convenience of digital, especially since I mostly wanted to put pics on the web, won out over quality. At the time I was so busy with my fledgling carpentry business I had no time for photography as a hobby. Don't know about the strap though. It didn't come with the camera.
One I found whilst doodling about in L/Room
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8180/8044215283_fa6ba4570f_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8044215283/)
Protest (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8044215283/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
Great picture :tup: whats the story to it ?
Quote from: Dave on October 02, 2012, 12:43:23 AM
Great picture :tup: whats the story to it ?
Thanks Dave. Just a lady demonstrating in Trafalgar Sq. against the Israeli treatment of Palestinians in Gaza.
To give a different look I shot from a low angle and in PP in L/room concentrated just on the face with the background and her clothes taken right back. I also made the face harsher and contrastier.
Great doodling Alan :tup:
Quote from: ABERS on October 01, 2012, 06:58:18 PM
One I found whilst doodling about in L/Room
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8180/8044215283_fa6ba4570f_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8044215283/)
Protest (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8044215283/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
I don't know about anybody else, but it look to me like an actor just about to start the soliloquy in Shakespeare's Hamlet. :tup:
That's an interesting viewpoint Oldboy.
I suppose any picture can 'be' or 'not be' dependent on what the viewer wants it to be, or not to be! ;)
After all 'there are more things in heavan and earth Horatio Oldboy! :tup:
Quote from: ABERS on October 03, 2012, 08:11:13 AM
That's an interesting viewpoint Oldboy.
I suppose any picture can 'be' or 'not be' dependent on what the viewer wants it to be, or not to be! ;)
After all 'there are more things in heavan and earth Horatio Oldboy! :tup:
All the world's a stage,
And all the men and women merely players:
Alas, poor Yorick! I knew him, Horatio; :D
As I said in WMMFGT . I took myself off to the Lakes this afternoon as the weather was to good to miss. So here are a few shots. I first when over the Kirkstone Pass to Brothers Water then onto Grassmere. I was hoping for more colour in the trees but it is obviously still a bit early.
Cracking series of shots Dave. :tup:
Nice set there Dave! Looks like you had a better day up there than I did for the whole week ???
I went to the Tate and came over all 'arty'. 8)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7247/8074597958_fc9ceda52c_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8074597958/)
The Magic Carpet (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8074597958/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
Oh I like that Alan...no, I realy like that!
Spent a few days in Suffolk last week, one from there.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8195/8111916043_9fc19af5a5_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8111916043/)
Eastern Light (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8111916043/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
Love your arty shot Alan; really different. Beautiful and, yes, arty.
Thank you 'R'.
I like your 'Eastern Light' Alan. The forground reminds me of copper plate prints or wood cuts.
Thought I would paste my first edited shot in this thread. For me, the thin silk thread seemed to lean the image towards a poster of some kind, so after a little adjustment I added some text.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/normal_Autumncoloursptsd.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=12709&fullsize=1)
Cheers Andy!
Your Autumn Colour entry got my vote. I don't usually cast a vote since I don't enter, but the quality of the light was really eye catching.
Not too sure you've done it any favours with the copy on it and I'm finding it difficult to make connection to PTSD?
:-\
First attempt at this sort of edit.... :D
Quote from: ABERS on October 24, 2012, 03:38:15 PM
Cheers Andy!
Your Autumn Colour entry got my vote. I don't usually cast a vote since I don't enter, but the quality of the light was really eye catching.
Not too sure you've done it any favours with the copy on it and I'm finding it difficult to make connection to PTSD?
:-\
Thank you for your vote and remarks Alan.
Very difficult to find subject items directly relating to PTSD without photographing a poor sufferer or a depiction of a horror (which may appeal to some) - I felt the thin line drawn by Nature and the warning colour of the mushroom over its delicate body; may stop and make people think about the various aspects of PTSD, the causes in both military operation and 'civistreet' situations from cradle to grave, and how it can be reduced and overcome.
Choosing a mushroom with a bite out of it may pictorially also suggest the thought 'well you would not self harm yourself, would you?' again emphasising how we should perhaps treat other folk kindly.
As the title says, an excercise in tones, rectangles and figures.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8469/8124843823_1b64cc363b_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8124843823/)
Tones Rectangles and Figures (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8124843823/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
Looks like I'm first with a Rememberance Day picture. Couldn't resist the trumpeter in the cadet band at our local service!
If You're Good Enough, You're Big Enough!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_If_You_re_Good_Enough2C_You_re_Big_Enough21.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=12789&fullsize=1)
Well done Abbers. :tup:
I've got loads taken at Dartmouth Park, West Bromich.
Two Minutes Silence:
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10149/normal_DSC_9809_2_Minutes_Silence.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=12790&fullsize=1)
March Past:
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10149/normal_DSC_9860_March_Past.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=12791&fullsize=1)
Hi gang.
More gigpicery I'm afraid.
Took this the other night, was about to delete it as over-exposed, then noticed the rather disturbing shadow on the gentleman's chest! :o
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8483/8175366561_62da120186_b.jpg)
ps Sorry about the copyright mark, it's a Flickr link.
OOooEeeeerrrr Graham, is that an omen or has someone got it in for the singer, was he that bad!??
With the right agent or publicist you could go far with this, imagine, Whitmore the Warlock Photographer foretells the mysterious stabbing of warbling wonder.
All you've got to do now is get someone to stab him! :legit:
Quote from: ABERS on November 16, 2012, 02:18:39 PM
OOooEeeeerrrr Graham, is that an omen or has someone got it in for the singer, was he that bad!??
With the right agent or publicist you could go far with this, imagine, Whitmore the Warlock Photographer foretells the mysterious stabbing of warbling wonder.
All you've got to do now is get someone to stab him! :legit:
Well. I was made redundant after 38 years a couple of weeks ago, so all career advise is greatly recieved. :)
Sorry to hear that Graham, or is it a blessing in disguise?
One from last Sunday
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8057/8197018899_263b5e028c_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8197018899/)
Absent Friends (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8197018899/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
Sepia tone works well with the subject Alan
I always thought you were a freelance tog Graham
Another Table and Chairs shot.
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8340/8244816667_1475895f23_c.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8244816667/)
Envelope of Furniture (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/8244816667/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
Like the arty shot and table and chairs Alan but the sepia / selected colour doesn`t work for me. Black and white with just the poppies popped maybe but not the chairs. Like the Psycho singer Graham ;)
My attempt at something new, for me, is a montage of some of my favourite sights in Prague
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10154/normal_mtoc2.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=12876&fullsize=1)
Love your table and chairs Alan.
Are you enjoying the montage work Paul?
As some of you may well know, I tend to get carried away regularly, when I start playing around with editing software.
This is the result of one of the fruit shots I took for the 'Yes Chef' competition.
'Oranges are not the only fruit.'
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_oranges_are_not_the_only_fruit_col_burn_81_framed.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=12878)
Thanks for the comments folks. I can see what you're getting at Paul but it seems a little over complicated with perhaps too many items included.
Yeah Alan. Just a way for me to get 5 of my favourite sights into 1.Only every done blocked collection of images before postcard style so nice to try merging them more in layers
A bit of fun from yesterday.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7448/9468583043_d14c579b47_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/9468583043/)
White on White (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/9468583043/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
A bit of ironing needed?
Don't think so; the creases provide nice texture!
Spent a couple of hours out with the camera looking around the streets on Thursday.
The background picture is a shop window display, I took it because I could see that it might, at some time, be handy as a background, and the cool hatted gent sitting watching the world go by, just because he looked, well, 'cool'. 8)
Combined the two because at our time of life, memories are a precious commodity, hence the title. ;)
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3793/9475081661_2db3e3eee1_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/9475081661/)
Memories (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/9475081661/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
Nobody seems to use this thread very much.
It seems a good place to put any images that you have taken or worked on and perhaps show or explain what you've done to arrive at the finished article (maybe).
I took this at the Museum of London some good while ago and it's a bit of a cheat really. The mannequin was lit by the person that placed her in a reconstruction of the Biba shop from the '70's. Went there quite a few times with the Missus and the kids, a wonderful experience.
All I've tried to do is enhance it and present it so that she is 'in your face somewhat'
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Lady_at_Biba.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14350&fullsize=1)
I like it very much, especially the 'in yer face-ness' of it.
Reminds me much more of the twenties though, than of Biba.
Okay, here's one I worked on today.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Gaugain_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14351&fullsize=1)
Daughter stayed a few days with us, and for some reason she hates me taking photographs. So when we went to Cowes for the day, I mainly took record shots. On and around the Earl of Pembroke, I had a bit more freedom, as she was distracted by other things. There I managed to get some reasonable shots, but for the rest ...
With a bit of time on my hands today, or rather getting fed up with what I was doing, I played around with one of the shots.
The original is of us, mother and daughter, leaning over the railings on the water's edge. Our shadows in the crystal clear water, that is.
I mixed it with a shot of flaky paint and played with saturation and a few filters to get to this Van Gogh/Gaugain inspired 'painting.'
I called it 'Watching the Storm.'
It has already been compared to an iss image, which I did not see immediately.
Quote from: Reinardina on September 09, 2013, 07:26:59 PM
Quote from: ABERS on September 09, 2013, 05:09:44 PM
I took this at the Museum of London some good while ago and it's a bit of a cheat really. The mannequin was lit by the person that placed her in a reconstruction of the Biba shop from the '70's. Went there quite a few times with the Missus and the kids, a wonderful experience.
All I've tried to do is enhance it and present it so that she is 'in your face somewhat'
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Lady_at_Biba.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14350&fullsize=1)
I like it very much, especially the 'in yer face-ness' of it.
Reminds me much more of the twenties though, than of Biba.
I agree with Reinardina, as she looks like a Flapper Girl. Still a cracking shot and processing. :tup:
Quote from: Reinardina on September 09, 2013, 07:26:59 PM
Okay, here's one I worked on today.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Gaugain_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14351&fullsize=1)
With a bit of time on my hands today, or rather getting fed up with what I was doing, I played around with one of the shots.
The original is of us, mother and daughter, leaning over the railings on the water's edge. Our shadows in the crystal clear water, that is.
I mixed it with a shot of flaky paint and played with saturation and a few filters to get to this Van Gogh/Gaugain inspired 'painting.'
I called it 'Watching the Storm.'
It has already been compared to an iss image, which I did not see immediately.
Another cracking process and it does suggest Gaugain. Perhaps it might persuade you to try real oils and canvas. :tup:
The only oils I handle with any skill, are cooking oils and bath oils.
Quote from: Reinardina on September 09, 2013, 07:26:59 PM
Okay, here's one I worked on today.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Gaugain_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14351&fullsize=1)
I called it 'Watching the Storm.'
It has already been compared to an iss image, which I did not see immediately.
You've certainly arrived at an image that is both eyecatching and interesting, in as much firstly it makes you look and secondly it makes you wonder. The two things that a photograph needs in order to make an impact and keep the viewer looking longer than a passing glance.
What needs to be overcome by this type of image is the view by many that it's not photography but a manipulation of something that started out as a photographic process and ended up as an excercise in Photoshopping. The straight line of the railing retains that 'photograph' feel.
I don't see an iss image rather a slice through quartz or some such other rock.
I like it and also have learned what iss is. ;) :tup:
P.S. Thanks Oldboy.
Very clever, good to look at, eyecatching and interesting too. Really holds the attention. I'd hang it large on the wall.
I didn't know what iss was either, had to google it. When I found what it was, I thought everyone else knew and I was the odd one out. Glad I'm not!
Thank you for your comments Alan. Much appreciated.
Maybe because I'm relatively new to photography, I have no problems with manipulated images. I love experimenting when I have images suitable for that sort of work.
Thank you Simon. Hardly ever seriously think about hanging things on the wall. Maybe I should.
Nice works Alan and Reinardina,
Thought I would pop the latest edit "Dance On" into the thread
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/normal_DanceOncc.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14354&fullsize=1)
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on September 10, 2013, 12:39:49 PM
Nice works Alan and Reinardina,
Thought I would pop the latest edit "Dance On" into the thread
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/normal_DanceOncc.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14354&fullsize=1)
They're obviously magic shoes, with their golden glow. How did you do that?
Quote from: Reinardina on September 10, 2013, 03:10:52 PM
They're obviously magic shoes, with their golden glow. How did you do that?
I wish I could find where I noted it down :doh: I did the main conversion awhile back and decided to retouch the insoles ready for enlarged prints.
Certainly a 'Magic' glow. The neutral background certainly enhances the overall effect. :tup:
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on September 10, 2013, 03:38:56 PM
Quote from: Reinardina on September 10, 2013, 03:10:52 PM
They're obviously magic shoes, with their golden glow. How did you do that?
I wish I could find where I noted it down :doh: I did the main conversion awhile back and decided to retouch the insoles ready for enlarged prints.
So the secret is (temporarily?) lost, which makes it even more magic!
This thread has had me playing with filters again; thoroughly enjoying it.
Ended up with some very elegant abstracts. Still playing!
Decided to 'show off' two of the abstracts I did today, and hung them in an exhibition.
Far from perfect, I know, but while I have your attention can you help me out?
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_The_exhibition_res_edited-1.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14355&fullsize=1)
The cut out is not really sharp. I could do better, but I'd never get it as sharp as Alan in his shot earlier in this thread.
How did you do it Alan?
And also, I just 'hung' the images on a textured background, but it is all 'flat.' How can I get the 90 degree angle, where floor and wall meet? Played a bit with perspective, but couldn't get it, and I'm running out of time now. Got other things to do, but I will be back when I have some spare time to play again.
Quote from: Reinardina on September 10, 2013, 08:28:39 PM
Decided to 'show off' two of the abstracts I did today, and hung them in an exhibition.
Far from perfect, I know, but while I have your attention can you help me out?
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_The_exhibition_res_edited-1.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14355&fullsize=1)
The cut out is not really sharp. I could do better, but I'd never get it as sharp as Alan in his shot earlier in this thread.
How did you do it Alan?
And also, I just 'hung' the images on a textured background, but it is all 'flat.' How can I get the 90 degree angle, where floor and wall meet? Played a bit with perspective, but couldn't get it, and I'm running out of time now. Got other things to do, but I will be back when I have some spare time to play again.
In this instance I used the polygonal Lasso tool to isolate the subject from the background, and then, using curves darkened the background down. I usually can get a decent cut out using the qick selection tool.
Your problem with the wall/floor relationship, I've no magic answer but I would try three different approaches, all in photoshop.
1. Cut off the picture just below the lady's skirt. Her legs are a bit fuzzy anyway.
2. Insert some form of barrier at the bottom of the pic maybe a bench or some such thing, once again halfway up the legs, giving it some depth front to rear.
3. A bit more fiddly this one. Before you insert the lady, using the poly lasso tool, draw in a skirting board about where her knees will be, fill with colour (black) and fill the remaing bottom with white or grey or whatever floor colour you decide. Then insert the lady wherever you want. I don't know if it would work but it's an approach I'd give a whirl. You could try and insert or draw her shadow from her heels to the bottom right hand corner.
That should pass an hour or two. :doh:
Thanks Alan. Can't wait to have another go, but it's my 'volunteer ranger' day, so it'll have to be postponed.
Thought I should see if my suggestions would work. ???
The image below is what I've ended up with.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Gallery_View.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14362&fullsize=1)
Discovered that you need to make the background first, i.e. the wall and floor. Blank image add the floor, in this case from one that was handy, add skirting board, add colour to wall if desired, flatten and save a jpeg.
Insert pictures and lady and arrange as required. Not too sure about the perspective but it's as near as I can get it without too much work.
It's a combination of suggestions 1 and 3.
Quote from: ABERS on September 11, 2013, 02:31:07 PM
Thought I should see if my suggestions would work. ???
The image below is what I've ended up with.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Gallery_View.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14362&fullsize=1)
Discovered that you need to make the background first, i.e. the wall and floor. Blank image add the floor, in this case from one that was handy, add skirting board, add colour to wall if desired, flatten and save a jpeg.
Insert pictures and lady and arrange as required. Not too sure about the perspective but it's as near as I can get it without too much work.
It's a combination of suggestions 1 and 3.
Clever stuff! :tup:
Exactly the sort of thing I'm after.
Thank you.
Getting to work now.
This is how far I've got.
Not quite sure whether I've got the dimensions right, and haven't worked on a shadow yet either.
Do I need one, or could the light be so diffuse (is that the right word?) that there are no shadows?
All advice welcome.
The Exhibition.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_The_Exhibition_in_jpeg_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14364&fullsize=1)
Hi Reinardina, If you hadn't asked I'd probably have accepted that shot as it stands, but now I think perhaps some slight darkening around the feet might be all it needs. Simon
Quote from: SimonW on September 12, 2013, 08:49:36 AM
Hi Reinardina, If you hadn't asked I'd probably have accepted that shot as it stands, but now I think perhaps some slight darkening around the feet might be all it needs. Simon
I tried that, and couldn't do it. I think I'll try Alan's suggestion, of just showing the top half of the girl, thus doing away with the need for a shadow.
At the moment it's very much a work in progress, and I am so engrossed in it, that I find it difficult to concentrate on other, more mundane, things.
I could use this shot, or this idea, to highlight new images that I want to 'show off.'
A rolling exhibition of personal favourites.
Tried all sorts to get the right picture. Struggled to get a shadow, gave up, changed the floor to a wooden one (and a straight one), cut off the girl's legs, to place her, á la Alan, more in the foreground to eliminate the need for a shadow. Found that I had to resize the girl and the image looked okay, till I reduced it for online use. The original picture of the girl was too small and pixelated. (Hope I make sense.)
In the end I went back to the original shot, straightened the floor, put the girl in a slightly different position, replaced the image on the left with the 'Gauguin' version and struggled again to get a shadow, which, in the end I managed.
So here it is. All comments and advice still welcome. (I seem to have hi-jacked this thread and turned it into a 'How to' tutorial.)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_The_Exhibition_shadow_straight_floor_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14365&fullsize=1)
Hi Reinardina,
It is a very brave effort starting from scratch to build a scene, but unfortunately in my opinion, your scene does not pick up the subtle nuances of the changing light that exists in real situations. The easiest way to create a scene of a gallery exhibition, is to photograph one and then simply change the images on the wall.
This is not to say your effort is worthless, but to get it to look more realistic you need to achieve the changes of light as found in three dimensional forms, remembering objects absorb and reflect the light. More especially when inserting a person edited into a photograph I always try and remember the phrase "do you like butter?" (the reflection game of a buttercup held under a chin).
The direction of light/s, temperature tones, and consequence in shadows, are also important towards convincing the observer.
Hope this helps
That's all true Andy, but notwithstanding your observations I bet Re has learned a lot about how to work with her photo editor ;)
Quote from: Hinfrance on September 13, 2013, 09:06:50 AM
That's all true Andy, but notwithstanding your observations I bet Re has learned a lot about how to work with her photo editor ;)
Absolutely Howard, I raise my hat to all who have a bash at being creative; creating convincing scenes from scratch pixel by pixel is the hardest thing to do, for even digital painting artists usually copy a scene that is in front of them or one that they are very familiar with.
One from yesterday, adjusted to overcome the lens distortion, with a little dodge and burn for atmospheric effect.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/normal_Break_In.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14367&fullsize=1)
Break In
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on September 13, 2013, 09:40:16 AM
Quote from: Hinfrance on September 13, 2013, 09:06:50 AM
That's all true Andy, but notwithstanding your observations I bet Re has learned a lot about how to work with her photo editor ;)
Absolutely Howard, I raise my hat to all who have a bash at being creative; creating convincing scenes from scratch pixel by pixel is the hardest thing to do, for even digital painting artists usually copy a scene that is in front of them or one that they are very familiar with.
Thank you both.
Andy, I know you're right, but it will take years for me to master all that! And I'm not sure I want to go to those lengths.
This started out as a game almost, a bit of fun, a blank sheet.
I realise there is still a lot of work to do, if I want to make it 'real.' Also got advice on Flickr about the shadow.
It has taken a lot of time and I have to do other things now. I may come back to it later.
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on September 13, 2013, 10:00:39 AM
One from yesterday, adjusted to overcome the lens distortion, with a little dodge and burn for atmospheric effect.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/normal_Break_In.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14367&fullsize=1)
Break In
It's beautiful, very atmospheric.
Quote from: Reinardina on September 13, 2013, 04:55:41 PM
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on September 13, 2013, 09:40:16 AM
Quote from: Hinfrance on September 13, 2013, 09:06:50 AM
That's all true Andy, but notwithstanding your observations I bet Re has learned a lot about how to work with her photo editor ;)
Absolutely Howard, I raise my hat to all who have a bash at being creative; creating convincing scenes from scratch pixel by pixel is the hardest thing to do, for even digital painting artists usually copy a scene that is in front of them or one that they are very familiar with.
Thank you both.
Andy, I know you're right, but it will take years for me to master all that! And I'm not sure I want to go to those lengths.
This started out as a game almost, a bit of fun, a blank sheet.
I realise there is still a lot of work to do, if I want to make it 'real.' Also got advice on Flickr about the shadow.
It has taken a lot of time and I have to do other things now. I may come back to it later.
Truth is that I am constantly trying to master the art of editing Reinardina. It is a constant learning curve, and as you say we can always revisit and adjust an image at a future date (which I often do).
Have a good weekend and thankyou for your kind comments re Break In - very much appreciated :tup:
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on September 13, 2013, 08:46:55 AM
your scene does not pick up the subtle nuances of the changing light that exists in real situations. The easiest way to create a scene of a gallery exhibition, is to photograph one and then simply change the images on the wall.
Here's a picture taken at Tate Britain, an actual picture not a devised one. Where are subtle nuances of changing light here?
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Woman_in_Black.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14379&fullsize=1)
Quote from: ABERS on September 13, 2013, 07:26:32 PM
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on September 13, 2013, 08:46:55 AM
your scene does not pick up the subtle nuances of the changing light that exists in real situations. The easiest way to create a scene of a gallery exhibition, is to photograph one and then simply change the images on the wall.
Here's a picture taken at Tate Britain, an actual picture not a devised one. Where are subtle nuances of changing light here?
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Woman_in_Black.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14379&fullsize=1)
I may have not explained very well but the subtle nuances of changing light refers to areas that are seemingly not quite as well illuminated as other areas in respect to their distance from the light source and the camera, as well as the refracting and reflecting light that bounces colour off and is absorbed by different objects and surfaces.
I well imagine that if you run a clone brush tool picking up yellow (floor?) detail from the foot of your photograph (e.g. bottom right corner) planting that colour tone to an area just below the skirting (further to the left near the person in view) the cloned marking would be quite visible in such areas.
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on September 13, 2013, 10:00:39 AM
One from yesterday, adjusted to overcome the lens distortion, with a little dodge and burn for atmospheric effect.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/normal_Break_In.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14367&fullsize=1)
Break In
Just goes to show that pictures are everywhere, a simple view through a sunlit window. I find that the square highlight in the bottom second from the left pane of glass a bit distracting and although there are some articles in front of the window within the room the lit candle could be extinguished with just the light playing on its container.
Just a thought. :tup:
Quote from: ABERS on September 14, 2013, 07:25:41 AM
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on September 13, 2013, 10:00:39 AM
One from yesterday, adjusted to overcome the lens distortion, with a little dodge and burn for atmospheric effect.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/normal_Break_In.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14367&fullsize=1)
Break In
Just goes to show that pictures are everywhere, a simple view through a sunlit window. I find that the square highlight in the bottom second from the left pane of glass a bit distracting and although there are some articles in front of the window within the room the lit candle could be extinguished with just the light playing on its container.
Just a thought. :tup:
Thank you Alan. Having revisited the edit I found myself burning said bright square a little :tup: :beer:. Extinguishing the sunlight refraction on the (cake box?) container lid and I lose the Break In punch .
Thanks again
Went to the local PYO to gather nice juicy Victoria plums, the lady of the house will be jam making all day today. :tup:
Whilst we were there I took the opportunity to get amongst some long polythene tunnels with the fisheye , great fun. Then this huge butterfly descended! :o :legit:
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5349/9929310476_c58dae71e6_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/9929310476/)
Tunnels of Light (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/9929310476/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
Amazing what a fisheye can do! (I live surrounded by polytunnels and have spent countless time trying to make an interesting photo of them without ever getting one I was pleased with.)
Very apt title and brilliant processing Alan, I like it :tup: but then I am a sucker for shots that highlight qualities of light.
Corking Alan.
I sort of want a fisheye lens, but I want a Steinberg UR22 and a new bass guitar amplifier rather more at the moment!
For me it's just taking off.
Mono or colour?
I can never make up my mind, whether I prefer street scenes/candids in mono or colour. I do both; I like both, but I think the monochromes have a more timeless quality.
Your opinions?
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Girls_B_W_plat_cr_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14442&fullsize=1)
Quote from: Reinardina on September 25, 2013, 08:59:33 PM
Mono or colour?
Your opinions?
Like all the discussions of Black vs Colour it depends on the subject and to some extent on the composition. I can't see me going to the Notting Hill Carnival and coming back with a bunch of B+W's unless I'm concentrating on a close crop on faces perhaps. ( To be truthful I've resisted going to the event over many years so it's a moot point really).
Can I ask, do you put your recently posted picture in the 'Street Scene' or 'Candid' category?
Quote from: Reinardina on September 25, 2013, 08:59:33 PM
Mono or colour?
I can never make up my mind, whether I prefer street scenes/candids in mono or colour. I do both; I like both, but I think the monochromes have a more timeless quality.
Your opinions?
Mono cuts to the chase on some emotive aspects, where colour may be seen as a distraction. For the main part I love colour as it gives you more idea of the subjects' or individuals character, especially when colours clash ;D
Guess I like both :legit:
Quote from: ABERS on September 25, 2013, 10:17:05 PM
Quote from: Reinardina on September 25, 2013, 08:59:33 PM
Mono or colour?
Your opinions?
Like all the discussions of Black vs Colour it depends on the subject and to some extent on the composition. I can't see me going to the Notting Hill Carnival and coming back with a bunch of B+W's unless I'm concentrating on a close crop on faces perhaps. ( To be truthful I've resisted going to the event over many years so it's a moot point really).
Can I ask, do you put your recently posted picture in the 'Street Scene' or 'Candid' category?
"street scene or candid," I don't really know Alan. I suppose candid in this case. A lot of my street photographs are candids, and I haven't worked out how to categorise them yet. Can they be both?
Any advice?
I think everyone will have differing opinions.
Firstly 'Candid'.
For me this usually portrays a single person, close up, usually with an expressive face, reacting to the situation or environment in which they find themselves, e.g. A face in a crowd, not conscious of the photographer.
'Street'.
It's all too easy to wander around the streets, highways and byways surreptitiously clicking away and thinking that that's what street photography is all about.
It's difficult to lay any hard and fast rules here. A street is a street is a street. Where does it differentiate from Urban Landscape? For me usually by the inclusion of people, but they have to show that there is something going on, some activity of sorts, not just figures littering the picture. People that are going somewhere purposefully, people looking, reacting, people entering/leaving the frame, some people illuminated by shafts of light, others just visible in the shadows.
Those are my opinions, what are everyone elses?
P.S. Reinardina. No offence I hope, but for me your picture of the two girls is just what it is, a picture of two girls sat outside somewhere, it says neither 'Candid' nor 'Street'. :-[
To me, Candid is generally the one person in a reactive or active situation where the facial and or bodily expression has an element of difference to the general expectations the scene portrays.
The girls squeak in perhaps with their delightful faces :-\ but there is nothing to show any difference in expectation , so I think the shot is more Street.
Street photography in my opinion, expresses aspects of Social interaction and or portrays, the Culture in Society (including fashions) within or of the Times; Where as, Urban Landscape is more about the general physical shapes and forms (architectural planning and Urban design) recording the patterns of light, textures etc., within the scene. And some shots may suit or fall within both these categories ;D
No offence taken Alan. I'm new to the business and just bumble happily along, learning a bit here, picking up a tip there.
For me candid means 'un-posed,.' I realise now that is probably not the exact meaning for most photographers.
But whatever it's called I'm happy with my shot of the two girls.
And 'street,' you've got me there again. I don't really know the 'official' meaning of the word.
I love the old 'Picture Post' style photographs, because they take me back in time. Yes, most of them picture something out of the ordinary, but others appear to be just photographs of people in streets. Great to 'study' fashion, habits (women, even girls, walking arm in arm), shop fronts, (lack of) cars etc. I'm with Andy here.
I like to 'conserve' a slice of modern life. Again, whatever it is called.
Sorry, have to dash to the kitchen now. (Slice of old fashioned life!)
Hammering down with rain all day so the garden was a no-go area. Decided to give the scanner a run out and mess about with the image in PS. Quite a happy two or three hours messing and doodling about.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Gerbera_B_W2_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14543&fullsize=1)
Quote from: ABERS on October 14, 2013, 06:52:44 PM
Hammering down with rain all day so the garden was a no-go area. Decided to give the scanner a run out and mess about with the image in PS. Quite a happy two or three hours messing and doodling about.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Gerbera_B_W2_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14543&fullsize=1)
That's very 3D Alan; could be a brooch.
I did some editing too recently, and this is how my 'Memento Mori' shot came out of the mangle.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Egg_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14546&fullsize=1)
Interesting image, has a touch of a Kaleidoscope about it. Makes a nice change to see something different and show that photography can allow a wide range of artistry and creativity. :tup:
Quote from: ABERS on October 14, 2013, 10:15:38 PM
Interesting image, has a touch of a Kaleidoscope about it. Makes a nice change to see something different and show that photography can allow a wide range of artistry and creativity. :tup:
Thanks Alan.
One of my other creative images has attracted attention, see my post on 'Advice needed.'
Any advice and help welcome, as it is a new road for me, and I don't know what may lurk along the way, or what surprises may await me at the end.
I try to steer clear of Chocolate Box pictures, but every time we look out of the kitchen window there is one down the garden staring us in the face. I won't last much longer and as we're going away on a few days break I'm pretty sure it won't be there when we get back, so I've recorded it for posterity.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_The_Shed_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14578&fullsize=1)
I'm rather pleased that the vine I planted some few years ago allows us to have a couple of weeks of vibrant colour each year.
Cracking shot Abers and colours to die for. :tup:
Nice colour Alan
Still working on this one - but I think I'm getting closer to being really happy with the edit.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/normal_TheBallWOut.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14643&fullsize=1)
The extra work has certainly paid off on this one Andy. It now looks like a 'lost' ball with toning down. Before it was just a ball ball lying in some leaf litter.
Quote from: ABERS on October 25, 2013, 05:56:29 PM
The extra work has certainly paid off on this one Andy. It now looks like a 'lost' ball with toning down. Before it was just a ball ball lying in some leaf litter.
Thank you Alan. I am going to leave it as is for the present, and no doubt glance at it again in a few weeks time, as I often do with the few shots I feel that are worthy of more time; I guess like in oil painting some images never seem to be completed :-\
I finally found a use for that dramatic tone filter on my Olympus camera! ;)
Model courtesy of my Granddaughter Chelsea.
Daughter Of The Night
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11302/normal_2013-10-30_14-48-06-1.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14690)
Been working on a couple of monochromes to give them a bit of ooomph.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Torvarich_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14698&fullsize=1)
Entitled 'Tovarich' this old chap always me of a Russian Revolutionary, but in fact he is a Catholic Guild preacher.
Quote from: craftysnapper on October 31, 2013, 10:56:34 AM
I finally found a use for that dramatic tone filter on my Olympus camera! ;)
Model courtesy of my Granddaughter Chelsea.
Daughter Of The Night
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11302/normal_2013-10-30_14-48-06-1.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14690)
This is a fabulous shot, love the expression and the background you have created. Almost looks like a dragan effect. Well done and a lovely memory
That's a great portrait Abers, wish I could do them as well as this. Nice in B&W and the contrast makes him look mean.
A very striking portrait Alan. I used to love to do things along these lines (not as good obviously) until it became effectively illegal here. It's one of the real downers about living in France, like expensive cheddar and lame Indian food. But on the upside decent wine can be less than €3 a bottle, there aren't CCTV cameras everywhere, everything works and the weather's nice, mostly. Oh, and contrary to what you might read in the papers, we pay a lot less tax here than we did in the UK.
Thanks for the kind remarks. As I said I've been trying to get just a little extra into B+W portraits and spending some time on those that I think could do with it. It's when you go back and look at previous efforts, which at the time you were satisfied with, and apply what you've learned since that things can, in your eyes, be improved.
For example
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_New_Labour1_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14699&fullsize=1) becomes (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_New_Labour2_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14700&fullsize=1)
No alteration of exposure, sharpening etc. Just a tweak in PS. In Filters from the drop down menu select Artistic select Poster Edges. Just a miniscule adjustment with the sliders gives that crisper look to the image. If you are tempted to try be warned, it can be overdone so easily.
Then again you may think it so anyway. ::)
P.S. It doesn't work with everything and apologies to those who think doing it in camera is the only way!
Looks great to me. Never used that technique but will be trying it out - thanks for sharing.
My poster edges filter just turns it into a cartoon even at lowest level. :o
Been meaning to do this for ages, and since it's raining!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10195/normal__DSC0071tri-2-Edit.jpg)
I like the idea but I'm not sure that it works. Perhaps I should flip the geese to make them face the other way. :-\
A Triptych of Threes, a great idea. Lucky that the guy in the middle was wearing number Three.
Quote from: ABERS on November 01, 2013, 01:39:55 PM
A Triptych of Threes, a great idea. Lucky that the guy in the middle was wearing number Three.
I got a little buzz when I saw them on the harbour wall. I thought "I'm having that!" Ten minutes later the three birds appeared.
It took several years to get another pic to make the set.
Love it Graham. :tup: :2funny:
Been working on a little project, High Key/Low Key, over the past couple of weeks. Not necessarily taking pictures to suit, but using what there is on the HD. A useful exercise on two counts, one, made me look at what is lurking there and eliminating those that are never going to be used, and two using what little grey photographic and photoshop cells I have.
High Key
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5473/10899930434_13a3f0b60d_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/10899930434/)
High Key Lady (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/10899930434/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
I'm particularly pleased with a print of this image, it looks good on a matte fine art paper
Low Key
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7294/10899758675_7155ac0a21_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/10899758675/)
Chinese Gentleman (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/10899758675/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
Funnily enough the Chinese gent's name is Lo Ki. :legit:
Very nice too. You should be pleased with these. :)
I particularly like the high key lady, nice work Alan :tup:
Yes, the high key lady is very special. I can see her as a beautiful print!
Love Mr Lo Ki's name, but he can't beat the beauty of Mrs Hi Ki.
Just goes to show, again, how the subject influences the pleasure you get out of a photograph.
Here's one to drive the 'purists' mad. Been messing about again with old shots and here's one I've ended up with!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_The_Crabbers_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14823&fullsize=1)
I've come all over impressionistic, either that or the lenses in my bi-focals are scratched!
It's very 'moving,' almost literally so. Or electrifying. I like it.
I too, like to see where the software can 'take' me. Never had this effect though!
You inspired me; must have a go too!
Interesting and effective Alan
Quote from: ABERS on November 19, 2013, 04:25:09 PM
Here's one to drive the 'purists' mad. Been messing about again with old shots and here's one I've ended up with!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_The_Crabbers_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14823&fullsize=1)
I've come all over impressionistic, either that or the lenses in my bi-focals are scratched!
you still working with Lightroom Alan - or do you occasionally pop into Photoshop (or similar)?
The picture has an almost mosaic quality about it - north wiindow for the church of St Abers ;)
I like it ;)
I don't have (m)any new photos to edit at the moment, so I have been playing with the shots I took of the mime artist.
This is an enlargement of one of the many versions I now have.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Mime_face_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14832&fullsize=1)
Nice one Reinardina, I can see that series of photographs are going to provide you with hours of fun. :tup:
You and Alan are making me think that I should be far more creative with my post processing :tup: :tup: :beer:
I love cool art effects in photos if used well, theyre not to some folks tastes :tup:
I have always enjoyed 'playing' with the software. Particularly if I do not have new shots to work on, and the weather is foul.
I can recommend it Andy.
As Karen says, it is not to everyone's taste, but it's fun to do, and you can get great results.
By the way, these three shots have already provided me with hours of fun! I got hooked on them, and will have to move away from them, or I will not do anything else.
When you look around all photo sites, exhibitions, forums, in fact anywhere where images are displayed you quickly realise that photography embraces a tremendous range of applications to display the photographic image. Whilst it's a remote chance that you will hit on something totally unique it's good fun trying.
The plugin used on the Crabbers pic is Fractilus. I noticed a Flickr group
http://www.flickr.com/search/?q=fractilus and quite liked some of the images on there.
It can be got from Redfield Plugins
Been trying to get an 'engraving' look to this London street scene.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Dicken_s_London_Street_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14870&fullsize=1)
Now I DO like that effect - it just suits the scene.
It looks really good in the small image, but if you click on it to get the large image, the brickwork, especially in the foreground, looks like a double exposure... sort of.
Quote from: ABERS on November 28, 2013, 10:23:28 PM
Been trying to get an 'engraving' look to this London street scene.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Dicken_s_London_Street_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14870&fullsize=1)
you mean some one hasn't created a preset or plugin for that effect? :o
A bit of fun photodoodling.
The Lady and the Tramp!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Lady_and_the_Tramp_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14896&fullsize=1)
(http://gallery.rantthisspace.com/index.php?cmd=image&sfpg=b3RoZXIvY2F0ZG9nL0RvZytSdXN0eS8qMDdfMTM2Nng3NjguanBnKmY1ZDA0ZTg5ZDU3NTE2NzZjMzNlZDg3ZWU5NjIzMDIy)
(http://gallery.rantthisspace.com/index.php?cmd=preview&sfpg=b3RoZXIvY2F0ZG9nL21vcmVfS2l0dGVuLyowMDMuanBnKmE4N2FlOTkyMTYwY2VhMDI3Nzk5ZDk4YzA3NTc2MmU0)
A picture postcard shot that I couldn't resist.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Basket_Shop_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=14918&fullsize=1)
A face in a crowd.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7320/11400986285_ce278723b6_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/11400986285/)
The Prophet (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/11400986285/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
Quote from: ABERS on December 16, 2013, 12:12:05 PM
A face in a crowd.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7320/11400986285_ce278723b6_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/11400986285/)
The Prophet (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/11400986285/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
Looks more like Prince Harry on return from the South Pole ;)
Do i detect a touch of IR in that pic Alan?
Quote from: ABERS on December 16, 2013, 12:12:05 PM
A face in a crowd.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7320/11400986285_ce278723b6_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/11400986285/)
The Prophet (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/11400986285/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
SANTA / SATAN? :)
Quote from: Graham on December 16, 2013, 08:09:08 PM
Quote from: ABERS on December 16, 2013, 12:12:05 PM
A face in a crowd.
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7320/11400986285_ce278723b6_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/11400986285/)
The Prophet (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/11400986285/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
SANTA / SATAN? :)
It must be Satan as he would wear dark glasses to hide the evil eye. :o
SANTA / SATAN? :)
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It must be Satan as he would wear dark glasses to hide the evil eye. :o
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Blimey, someone from ZZ Tops, an Arctic Explorer, Santa or Satan, it's amazing what can be attributed to a picture when really all it is is a bloke with a flag and a bit of photo doodling on his clothes. No IR input Andrew, just fiddling with a few sliders to see what transpires and arriving at an image that I like. My take on it was he looked like an old style prophet come to spread hell fire and damnation to all unbelievers. ;)
P.S. He's a protester at the G40 demos.
Quote from: ABERS on December 17, 2013, 08:03:25 AM
SANTA / SATAN? :)
It must be Satan as he would wear dark glasses to hide the evil eye. :o
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Blimey, someone from ZZ Tops, an Arctic Explorer, Santa or Satan, it's amazing what can be attributed to a picture when really all it is is a bloke with a flag and a bit of photo doodling on his clothes. No IR input Andrew, just fiddling with a few sliders to see what transpires and arriving at an image that I like. My take on it was he looked like an old style prophet come to spread hell fire and damnation to all unbelievers. ;)
P.S. He's a protester at the G40 demos.
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Yes. ZZTops...That's where I've seen him! (https://scontent-b-ams.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/300538_10150351821512689_1792736382_n.jpg)
You have a definite skill in making the ordinary look quite extraordinary Alan. :tup:
I take that as a very generous compliment Graham, thank you.
I thought those mushrooms tasted funny!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Beauty_and_the_Beast__281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=15053&fullsize=1)
121 dogs and coverage from ITV and BBC as well as local papers. Great result for the rescue
Quote from: ABERS on January 03, 2014, 07:21:18 PM
I thought those mushrooms tasted funny!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Beauty_and_the_Beast__281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=15053&fullsize=1)
I do find some of your pictures to be quite disturbing! :legit:
Quote from: ABERS on January 03, 2014, 07:21:18 PM
I thought those mushrooms tasted funny!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Beauty_and_the_Beast__281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=15053&fullsize=1)
Oh dear, you'd better hide till it wears off!
Quote from: Markulous on January 04, 2014, 09:18:34 AM
121 dogs and coverage from ITV and BBC as well as local papers. Great result for the rescue
What rescue was that Mark?
Quote from: Graham on January 04, 2014, 11:33:45 AM
Quote from: ABERS on January 03, 2014, 07:21:18 PM
I thought those mushrooms tasted funny!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Beauty_and_the_Beast__281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=15053&fullsize=1)
I do find some of your pictures to be quite disturbing! :legit:
That's the idea Graham. :D
One from yesterday.
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3665/12072835406_20e8388bdc_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/12072835406/)
Buy Your War Cry Here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/12072835406/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
Quote from: ABERS on January 21, 2014, 06:37:13 PM
One from yesterday.
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3665/12072835406_20e8388bdc_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/12072835406/)
Buy Your War Cry Here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/12072835406/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
I like the timing in this shot Alan
Atmospheric and moody - which I assume is down to the editing. I love it.
The usual street shot of people eating oblivious to all around.
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5479/12289202595_8d627b836f_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/12289202595/)
Ladies What lunch (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/12289202595/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
nice to see you back in familiar territory Alan - not saying i'm not enjoying the 'new' stuff. Just always enjoy the 'familiar' stuff.
A couple of cracking shots :tup:
A little more 'photo-doodling'
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7407/12746521003_08376cf2ff_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/12746521003/)
Yesterdays News (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/12746521003/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
Quote from: ABERS on February 24, 2014, 01:59:21 PM
A little more 'photo-doodling'
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7407/12746521003_08376cf2ff_z.jpg) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/12746521003/)
Yesterdays News (http://www.flickr.com/photos/cronjie/12746521003/) by abers (http://www.flickr.com/people/cronjie/), on Flickr
more like a montage :-)
My edit of today. Sadly I have not been very active with the camera lately, as I'm drowning in an ever wider river of official paperwork.
I'm struggling, but do have help.
Luctor et emergo, I hope.
Occasionally I do get out though, and this is one I took on my last walk through town, with a photographer friend.
Tried several 'versions' but decided to go 'low key,' for more impact.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Reflection_cloned_low_key_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=15694&fullsize=1)
Just a little fiddling to try and make a mundane pic a little less mundane (perhaps)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_-Buns_and_Bentwood_Chairs_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16306)
Abers, I really love this effect. Can you point me in the direction of any decent tutorials for it?
DD Have a look at Redfern plug-ins.
Thanks, will take a look at that. Update - cant find it, can you provide a link? Sorry
Sorry DD I should have said Redfield. Here's the link.
http://www.redfieldplugins.com/
Quote from: ABERS on July 31, 2014, 10:16:10 PM
Sorry DD I should have said Redfield. Here's the link.
http://www.redfieldplugins.com/
Thanks Alan. I couldn't find it either.
I'm suffering from a total lack of will power at the moment. In stead of tackling yet more paperwork and some house cleaning, I find myself studying brochures for fitted kitchens and floor coverings (so much more fun!), and now, spurred on by this thread, editing two images I shot in Holland.
I've been playing with the software, and cannot remember what exactly I did, so I won't be able to repeat the process. This makes them unique, I suppose.
Real 'Art'?
I'm going to break the rules and put both up.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_A_lot_of_bottle_corr_cr_lucky_mono_res_sh.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16308&fullsize=1)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Waddenzee_2_ebb_tide_detail_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16309&fullsize=1)
Thanks Abers, my new (but used) Mac can now take plugins so watch this space.
Reinardina- well done, very nice processing
Quote from: Reinardina on August 01, 2014, 09:20:31 AM
I'm suffering from a total lack of will power at the moment. In stead of tackling yet more paperwork and some house cleaning, I find myself studying brochures for fitted kitchens and floor coverings (so much more fun!), and now, spurred on by this thread, editing two images I shot in Holland.
I've been playing with the software, and cannot remember what exactly I did, so I won't be able to repeat the process. This makes them unique, I suppose.
Real 'Art'?
I'm going to break the rules and put both up.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_A_lot_of_bottle_corr_cr_lucky_mono_res_sh.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16308&fullsize=1)
I commented on this image in the gallery, so without being repetitious I'll make somewhat similar remarks here. It's only an opinion but I think the background detracts from what is a super B+W in respect of shapes and tones. If you get rid of the background by either blacking it out entirely or toning it down considerably and applying some gaussian blur the bottles will leap out of the picture displaying what I think (know) caught your eye.
The foreground also takes the eye and perhaps cropping it up to the base of the bottles may help.
Hope you don't mind my blathering but I think there is a super image within the frame and it just needs teasing out .
You can blather as much as you like, as long as it's worthwhile blather. I'm not keen on 'blathering without saying something.'
Thanks for this particular blather by the way. As I said in the comment section with the photo, the brickwork was hardly noticeable in the original colour shot. And I haven't got a clue which filter 'brought it out,' so I can't go back and do it again.
I have already had a go at blurring the bricks, but the result is not overwhelming. It needs more blur.
Haven't tried a totally black background yet; that might be just the thing. I will have a go at it this weekend, if I don't get distracted!
I had already cropped part of the foreground, but you are probably right and just the bottles would work better.
Thanks for the advice. Always welcome.
Quote from: ABERS on August 02, 2014, 07:26:06 AM
Quote from: Reinardina on August 01, 2014, 09:20:31 AM
I'm suffering from a total lack of will power at the moment. In stead of tackling yet more paperwork and some house cleaning, I find myself studying brochures for fitted kitchens and floor coverings (so much more fun!), and now, spurred on by this thread, editing two images I shot in Holland.
I've been playing with the software, and cannot remember what exactly I did, so I won't be able to repeat the process. This makes them unique, I suppose.
Real 'Art'?
I'm going to break the rules and put both up.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_A_lot_of_bottle_corr_cr_lucky_mono_res_sh.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16308&fullsize=1)
I commented on this image in the gallery, so without being repetitious I'll make somewhat similar remarks here. It's only an opinion but I think the background detracts from what is a super B+W in respect of shapes and tones. If you get rid of the background by either blacking it out entirely or toning it down considerably and applying some gaussian blur the bottles will leap out of the picture displaying what I think (know) caught your eye.
The foreground also takes the eye and perhaps cropping it up to the base of the bottles may help.
Hope you don't mind my blathering but I think there is a super image within the frame and it just needs teasing out .
While I also think there is a good image to be 'teased out', I tend to think that blacking out the background is not the way to go, as that will remove the roots to all the shapes and light, caught and refracting in the bottles.
Any suggestions Andy?
I'll play around with it a bit more, later this weekend, and see what I can come up with.
But I have (plenty) of other things to do first!
Quote from: Reinardina on August 02, 2014, 09:54:34 AM
Any suggestions Andy?
I'll play around with it a bit more, later this weekend, and see what I can come up with.
But I have (plenty) of other things to do first!
I like the overall composition Reinardina and probaly would not crop it. If it was mine, I would apply a graduated directional lighting effect (darker to the bottom) to the areas of window glazing having isolated and blurred the brickwork to throw it out of focus. After that, if I felt the need, perhaps a little Dodge and Burn to carry and hold the eye around the composition.
Abers, just seen your Seahouses shot - have you been there recently? Did you do the boat trip to Farne?
Quote from: DigiDiva on August 02, 2014, 06:08:55 PM
Abers, just seen your Seahouses shot - have you been there recently? Did you do the boat trip to Farne?
I'll be up there next Friday. Stopping at Beadnell Bay camp site. Looking forward to walking along the beach to Seahouses (Or "World of Chips" as we like to call it.) :beer: :dance:
Quote from: Graham on August 02, 2014, 07:24:30 PM
Quote from: DigiDiva on August 02, 2014, 06:08:55 PM
Abers, just seen your Seahouses shot - have you been there recently? Did you do the boat trip to Farne?
I'll be up there next Friday. Stopping at Beadnell Bay camp site. Looking forward to walking along the beach to Seahouses (Or "World of Chips" as we like to call it.) :beer: :dance:
Love that part of the country, especially the Scotch pies at the butchers in Bamburgh.
Haven't been there for some while unfortunately.
How well I remember the annual school forced march (day out), the Bamburgh to Craster walk. Happy days :tup:
I frosted the windows. Had terrible problems with the edges; my sight simply isn't good enough. Also noticed I didn't do the window on the left.
But, am I getting there?
Also did a crop, but kept the original as well.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_lot_of_bottle_reworked_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16321&fullsize=1)
Quote from: Reinardina on August 02, 2014, 09:23:28 PM
But, am I getting there?
What do you think? Whilst it would be carping to pick out one or two minor adjustments that could be made, one's eyes are now concentrated on the bottles, which I think was the objective from the outset.
How many hours did you spend on converting the pic to B+W in the first place and how much longer have you spent making further adjustments? I only ask the question because the immediacy of digital photography has a tendency to lead one to assume that post processing is just as quick and easy, when in fact it's no quicker than the old darkroom procedure, just more convenient and not as messy and smelly.
Mind you, just because you spend hours, perhaps days, working on a picture there's no photographic formula that equates time with perfection, silk purse and sow's ear comes into it somewhere!
Others may disagree. ;)
Quote from: Reinardina on August 02, 2014, 09:23:28 PM
I frosted the windows. Had terrible problems with the edges; my sight simply isn't good enough. Also noticed I didn't do the window on the left.
But, am I getting there?
Also did a crop, but kept the original as well.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_lot_of_bottle_reworked_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16321&fullsize=1)
I agree some images can take up many hours, and it is ultimately the personal satisfaction that matters; rather than what others may think.
To answer the question "But am I getting there?" only you can answer that Reinardina. However, there are aspects to consider that may help that decision in answer.
I actually think the crop is not necessary; yes it gets the bottles 'in your face' so to speak, but in my opinion you have reduced the area of play provided by the original composition.
Hung in an exhibition I would now probably glance and miss it!
The reason being, that quite naturally the human eye is drawn to the light, and it is this aspect that chirps away as the brain engages or disengages viewing an image. Once my eyes have hit the row of bottles they are drawn away to the lighter areas and disengage, as there is no more connecting detail.
Where as in the original version, the angle of brick work and architectural detail beyond pause the eyes, and then I am back looking at the objects in the foreground, before the bottles (for a second time).
Been looking long and hard, and decided I do not like the frosted windows, as it seems like going blind when my eyes go there.
I have a different way of looking at pictures, and everything really, than someone with normal sight. I don't take it in, in one go, but have to go over the image several times. So I see it in sections first, before the brain 'sees' the whole picture.
I decided to 'go' with the shot with the partially blurred brickwork, and the foreground in tact.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_A_lot_of_bottle_corr_cr_lucky_mono_bricks_blurred_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16324&fullsize=1)
I don't know how much time I spent on it, but definitely a lot. Too much for the moment, as I have a lot of other things to do, that should have come first.
Thank you Alan and Andy. Through your guidance I have 'seen' the picture in different ways.
Quote from: Reinardina on August 03, 2014, 12:11:16 PM
Been looking long and hard, and decided I do not like the frosted windows, as it seems like going blind when my eyes go there.
I have a different way of looking at pictures, and everything really, than someone with normal sight. I don't take it in, in one go, but have to go over the image several times. So I see it in sections first, before the brain 'sees' the whole picture.
I decided to 'go' with the shot with the partially blurred brickwork, and the foreground in tact.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_A_lot_of_bottle_corr_cr_lucky_mono_bricks_blurred_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16324&fullsize=1)
I don't know how much time I spent on it, but definitely a lot. Too much for the moment, as I have a lot of other things to do, that should have come first.
Thank you Alan and Andy. Through your guidance I have 'seen' the picture in different ways.
May I take the liberty Reinardina, by downloading your first upload shot and then to upload a tweaked version? While the quality will remain low resolution, it will demonstrate how my alternative suggestion might look.
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on August 03, 2014, 01:39:16 PM
Quote from: Reinardina on August 03, 2014, 12:11:16 PM
Been looking long and hard, and decided I do not like the frosted windows, as it seems like going blind when my eyes go there.
I have a different way of looking at pictures, and everything really, than someone with normal sight. I don't take it in, in one go, but have to go over the image several times. So I see it in sections first, before the brain 'sees' the whole picture.
I decided to 'go' with the shot with the partially blurred brickwork, and the foreground in tact.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_A_lot_of_bottle_corr_cr_lucky_mono_bricks_blurred_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16324&fullsize=1)
Go ahead Andy, as long as you explain what you did, as I don't know how to get the graduated directional light.
I don't know how much time I spent on it, but definitely a lot. Too much for the moment, as I have a lot of other things to do, that should have come first.
Thank you Alan and Andy. Through your guidance I have 'seen' the picture in different ways.
May I take the liberty Reinardina, by downloading your first upload shot and then to upload a tweaked version? While the quality will remain low resolution, it will demonstrate how my alternative suggestion might look.
Abers, the plug in you sugested doesn't do a Mac version. I was so happy at the thought of new software and now im disapointed
Reinardina, don't forget, its the photo how you like it, now how others like it :-)
Editing idea for Reinardina and method (bearing in mind the image used was very small, downloaded from the gallery)
Before
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_A_lot_of_bottle_corr_cr_lucky_mono_res_sh.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16308)
After
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/Rsbottleexp.jpg)
Method used
The process I used is very simple (but would be more involved for a colour image, with additional Layers adjusting White Balance between Indoors and Outside.
Working with three layers:-
1) Open image Background, open a New Layer 1 for your Graduated Filter, and open a Duplicate Copy of Background image for Layer 2.
2) Select Layer 1, and using the Gradient Fill tool; Settings (in this case) Colour Black to Transparent Linear, apply the Gradient Fill in the desired direction / angle, to create the Graduated Filter corresponding to the lighting effect you are after.
3) Select Layer 2, and Cut away the desired areas to reveal the Graduated Filter below (in this case through the glazed areas).
4) While keeping Layer 2 in view, reselect Layer 1 which then allows you to make adjustments to the Filter for Transparency, Density, Direction of light, plus any minor localised effects desired using the Dodge and Burn brushes etc.
5) Reselect Layer 2 and make any final adjustments, before merging layers and saving the edited image.
Andy, thank you for having a go, and the lesson. I think I used the graduation filter once in my life, and had totally forgotten about it.
I see the difference; the brickwork is indeed subtly toned down, and less intrusive.
I'm now not sure whether I prefer the blurred or the 'graduated' brick work!
Quote from: DigiDiva on August 03, 2014, 09:05:27 PM
Reinardina, don't forget, its the photo how you like it, now how others like it :-)
Chris, other people often see different things in the same photograph, and it is worthwhile to have a discussion like this once in a while. Especially with experienced photographers like Alan and Andy.
I'm still learning, and have cone away a bit wiser, and will hopefully scrutinise my images a bit more thoroughly before publishing them. It's often the finer detail I miss, because in my mind, I see the image as it was in real life, not realising that the 2D picture has lost, or sometimes gained, something that can enhance, but also detract.
I agree Reinardina, learning from the experiene here is very important. If it wasn't for forums like this, I wouldn't have half the knowledge that I do.
Quote from: Reinardina on August 04, 2014, 07:23:46 AM
Andy, thank you for having a go, and the lesson. I think I used the graduation filter once in my life, and had totally forgotten about it.
I see the difference; the brickwork is indeed subtly toned down, and less intrusive.
I'm now not sure whether I prefer the blurred or the 'graduated' brick work!
A 'blur' tends to force or direct the eyes away from an area because the brain tells us we prefer things in sharp focus. Where as, changes in 'Tone' just alter the passage or route the eyes take without the nagging 'I don't want to go there again as its blurry.' So in general, I am of the opinion, that blurring shortens the viewer's interest in any image.
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on August 04, 2014, 08:24:34 AM
Quote from: Reinardina on August 04, 2014, 07:23:46 AM
Andy, thank you for having a go, and the lesson. I think I used the graduation filter once in my life, and had totally forgotten about it.
I see the difference; the brickwork is indeed subtly toned down, and less intrusive.
I'm now not sure whether I prefer the blurred or the 'graduated' brick work!
A 'blur' tends to force or direct the eyes away from an area because the brain tells us we prefer things in sharp focus. Where as, changes in 'Tone' just alter the passage or route the eyes take without the nagging 'I don't want to go there again as its blurry.' So in general, I am of the opinion that, blurring shortens a viewer's interest in a image.
I had that reaction to the frosted windows; but I've never thought so deep about the aspects of 'seeing.'
I'll try to remember it.
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on August 03, 2014, 09:56:16 PM
Editing idea for Reinardina and method (bearing in mind the image used was very small, downloaded from the gallery)
Before
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_A_lot_of_bottle_corr_cr_lucky_mono_res_sh.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16308)
After
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/Rsbottleexp.jpg)
Strange how we all see things differently, but your 'after' image appears to return us to square one with the initial problems of the image. The distraction of the brickwork and the clutter in the foreground remains and the reduction of contrast within the area of the bottles diminishes their impact.
Putting a bottle over the gap in the the right mid foreground would help get rid of the brickwork there and Reinardinas frosting over the top window certainly helps. It only goes to show there's more than one way to skin a cat. :)
It's good to know different ways to skin a cat!
This session has definitely taught me different ways to look at this picture. I hope it will 'work' with other images too; I very often only 'see' things after they are pointed out, so keep up the good work and don't hesitate to comment.
I'm too busy with other things at the moment to take (m)any photographs, so I may well come back to this one, and play with it for some stress relief, and see what else I can come up with. The black background with just the bottles (and probably a 'fill in bottle' for the gap), is something I want to try yet.
Quote from: ABERS on August 06, 2014, 08:04:32 AM
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on August 03, 2014, 09:56:16 PM
Editing idea for Reinardina and method (bearing in mind the image used was very small, downloaded from the gallery)
Before
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_A_lot_of_bottle_corr_cr_lucky_mono_res_sh.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16308)
After
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/Rsbottleexp.jpg)
Strange how we all see things differently, but your 'after' image appears to return us to square one with the initial problems of the image. The distraction of the brickwork and the clutter in the foreground remains and the reduction of contrast within the area of the bottles diminishes their impact.
Putting a bottle over the gap in the the right mid foreground would help get rid of the brickwork there and Reinardinas frosting over the top window certainly helps. It only goes to show there's more than one way to skin a cat. :)
Indeed we all see things differently. I quite like the overall composition and the play evoked by the Rule of Thirds (that perhaps Reinardina was subconciously exploring when framing the shot in camera). As for 'reduction of contrast within the area of bottles' I was not attempting to do an overall make over; merely demonstrating to Reinardina the avenues of altering tones in exploration of processing her image. ;)
Paid a visit to the RHS Gardens at Wisley a few weeks ago and noticed some displays of colourful watering cans which sparked an idea in my head. Went back this week to buy some bulbs for the spring making sure I took my camera. Took half a dozen shots and been playing around with them.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Watering_Can_Cascade_2_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16473&fullsize=1)
First one out of the bag as a reult of trying to make my initial idea take form. A couple more show promise, with a bit more work.
Surreal. Amazing shapes and colours. Very exotic looking.
The art in timing the shot with a moving camera can be great fun.
Chateaux Timed.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/normal_Chateaux_Timed.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16498)
Spying Mountains Timed
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/normal_SpyingMountains.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16486)
I like the graphic art simplicity of your watering cans Alan :)
Moving cameras and I are not compatible. Maybe I should practise more, as I don't find it fun, but frustrating!
This was yesterday's edit. A bit of Pablo's Dora Maar, a bit of his blue period and a bit of pointillism.
It's not really a photograph any longer, but I like it, and enjoyed trying to get it together.
And, is it scary? (People on Flckr seem to think so.)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_vacant_eyes_1091_Blueer_period_2_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16492&fullsize=1)
Quote from: Reinardina on September 01, 2014, 09:16:58 PM
This was yesterday's edit. A bit of Pablo's Dora Maar, a bit of his blue period and a bit of pointillism.
It's not really a photograph any longer, but I like it, and enjoyed trying to get it together.
And, is it scary? (People on Flckr seem to think so.)
For someone who suffers eyesight problems you seem to have a great knowledge of Art and the various movements. This puts us with good eyesight in a shameful light. :-[
Quote from: Oldboy on September 01, 2014, 10:36:13 PM
Quote from: Reinardina on September 01, 2014, 09:16:58 PM
This was yesterday's edit. A bit of Pablo's Dora Maar, a bit of his blue period and a bit of pointillism.
It's not really a photograph any longer, but I like it, and enjoyed trying to get it together.
And, is it scary? (People on Flckr seem to think so.)
For someone who suffers eyesight problems you seem to have a great knowledge of Art and the various movements. This puts us with good eyesight in a shameful light. :-[
Only have had eye problems in the last thirty years. Before that, I had more or less normal sight. (And a driving licence, which I still miss!)
And we did get 'history of Art' at school, and some of it stuck.
Who needs Lycra? A pre Mamil seen whilst on a break last week. I was immediately reminded of all the cyclists that seem to spend a fortune on ridiculous uniforms to go for a bike ride. This old gent certainly didn't think it necessary. The baggier the better. :tup:
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Pre-Lycra_Man__2_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16678&fullsize=1)
He has the wrong sort of bicycle; should have been one of those old fashioned, solid 'sit up and beg' bikes.
Stumbled across these interesting shapes of weatherworn stumps, like something from a Doctor Who story.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Marsh_Monsters_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16687&fullsize=1)
Interesting. Is this one of those 'drowned forests,' that have become visible again?
I like that. The conversion is great.
My life at the moment, is like a rollercoaster. The excitement of workmen coming and going, lots of dust and mess, and in between just sitting about waiting for a delivery.
While waiting, I've been playing with Topaz's Remask. Supposedly so easy, but bl**dy difficult in my opinion. Especially in the backlit hair department.
I should have double checked this, as the hair is far from perfect. Had to use a coloured back ground to 'mask' it.
But a lovely toddler anyway; now doubled.
Identical:
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Identical_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16704&fullsize=1)
Have you seen this Topaz tutorial Re?
http://blog.topazlabs.com/tutorials/quick-effective-simple-hair-masking-trick/?mc_cid=6cebd5f777&mc_eid=121b61ac45
Remask does work pretty well and very quickly, most of the time . . .
That's the one I used H. It inspired me to have a go again.
It is indeed quicker than the 'normal' procedure, but still, I found it difficult to find all the 'background' hidden in the blond hair!
As I said, I had to put it on a coloured background to hide the things I missed.
If the background is very close to the colour of the hair then you will have to use the precision selective colour options. I have always found Remask to be extremely effective myself.
I haven't used it much, as my present photography does not require it. I simply may need more practice. My poor eyesight plays a part as well, of course, when it comes to the 'finer things in life/photography.'
North Norfolk Harvest Sky, a holiday snap.
One for my Chocolate Box collection. I was determined not to photograph a windmill whilst in Norfolk a couple of weeks ago, but go round any corner and Bingo! there's another one. ;)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Norfolk_Harvesr_Sky_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16721&fullsize=1)
Just love those wide Norfolk Skies with a wide angle lens.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Shore_Anglers_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16737&fullsize=1)
Using a wide angle does make the most of the sky.
The wide open skies of the Netherlands inspired many a great painter; there is something about them, especially with great clouds, that triggers the urge to 'do' something with them.
With grand scale refurbishment plans, I regularly take my camera into shops, to photograph items I like. (It's so much easier than taking notes!)
Last Saturday, I noticed quite a number of people just 'sitting around.' This is one of them. If I had had the courage, I'd come home with a lot more, but I was a bit conscious, as it is not a public place of course.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Saturday_afternoon_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16748&fullsize=1)
Wrecked Rectangles.
Liked the geometric rectangles that this old fishermans hut windows made. Whilst it was in pretty bad shape previously, the storm surges that hit the east coast last Winter reduced it to a delightfully dilapidated heap.
Gave it a harsh contrast in a soot and whitewash treatment.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Wrecked_Rectangles___2.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16764&fullsize=1)
I like the subject, the composition, the B&W conversion and the processing of this Abers. Well done.
Don mentioned Halloween, which reminded me, I still had a 'scary' photo, waiting to be developed.
Just gave it some tweaks and treatment and here it is. Ready for a good, scary bedtime story.
The Hand ...
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_The_Hand_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16786&fullsize=1)
Thanks to the constantly changing front page, I rediscovered one of my older shots. A wide Dutch, cloud filled sky.
I just put it here, to compare it to Abers' Norfolk skies.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_DSC00421_Famous_Dutch_Skies.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=9877&fullsize=1)
Well done Reinardina, not many people take pictures of clouds and sometimes thay have great shape, texture and colours. :tup:
The result of a bit of 'photo-doodling' on an image previously posted.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_hut_7_kites__2.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16805&fullsize=1)
I'm sure I've seen the original, but can't find it now.
It has changed into something rather scary, I think. Outer worldly loneliness and emptiness.
Nobody seems to post much in this thread, but here goes.
Out of Season.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Hunstanton_Out_Of_Season__3.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16927&fullsize=1)
Well spotted and executed, as usual.
I wanted to post the rain shot I took this morning, but that would make me even gloomier, so I'll post a happier one here. One 'I did earlier.' Last Saturday to be precise.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Chimping_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16929&fullsize=1)
You are right, this thread isn't much used. As are many others.
The times that there were many conversations and debates going, seem to have gone forever.
Only negative things attract attention, like remarks that the site is too quiet, or fights about the interpretation of a competition theme. When words like bullying and boycotting are used.
Going a bit grungy:
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10146/normal_Market_IMGP2135.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16938&fullsize=1)
I am rather keen on software that emulates some of the faster and more 'lumpy' sort of film I used to use, back in the day. This was done with Nik, but I also use Topaz and the Nostalgia plugin in Aftershot Pro, all fun to muck about with.
I've got one more thing to try before I run out of time for this week's challenge, but one of the two I've just put up is likely to be my entry for this week.
I like that. The effect compliments the image. :tup:
Totally gripped by the possibilities of digital processing again. An old Love rediscovered.
My 'Christmas Tree' card, has now evolved into a winter landscape, and it may not end there!
This is the original:
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Christmas_card_finished_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16967&fullsize=1)
Which has now become this:
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_ChristmasWinter_landscape_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16983&fullsize=1)
Quote from: Reinardina on December 17, 2014, 07:51:55 AM
Totally gripped by the possibilities of digital processing again. An old Love rediscovered.
My 'Christmas Tree' card, has now evolved to a winter landscape, and it may not end there!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_ChristmasWinter_landscape_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16983&fullsize=1)
...and it works! It's great to see an image that is beyond the norm of a 'press the shutter and post'. I've been sketching and planning for a panel of images that fit the genre Altered Reality, that is now more and more a subject for inclusion in exhibition entries. I've just got to shake off a bad attack of procrastination that I seem to be suffering from at the moment. :(
Keep 'em coming R, great stuff! :tup:
Quote from: Reinardina on December 17, 2014, 07:51:55 AM
Totally gripped by the possibilities of digital processing again. An old Love rediscovered.
My 'Christmas Tree' card, has now evolved into a winter landscape, and it may not end there!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_ChristmasWinter_landscape_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16983&fullsize=1)
Nice imagery Reinardina
Thank you Alan and Andy. I'm very pleased with the result, and hope to find more suitable images in my archives.
It's very addictive though!
Not a total transformation, as in my previous upload, but again an image I changed to make it look like something else. A 17th century 'natural' still life in this case. Including the old, discoloured varnish that hides most of the really bright colours.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Lakeside_17_Dec_2014_4714_berries_textured_wrap_cr_Old_master_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16986&fullsize=1)
As the dust is piling up, and the electrician happily at work, I edit.
Did quite a few today, and this is a reworking of an older shot. I am very pleased with the result.
All comments welcome.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_DSC04311_Shelf_layered_plat4_sof_focus.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16987&fullsize=1)
Sunset:
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10149/normal_DSC_0156_Sunset.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16988&fullsize=1)
Still experimenting. This is one I did yesterday. It's just a fantasy, and I was not really out to get something specific. Just trying things out and see what I got.
These two ladies I shot in town, and planted them in a countryside setting, with cow. Lots of layers and textures later, I got this, which reminds me of very old photographs I saw somewhere. Not sure where I saw them, or whether I might have dreamt seeing them.
I'm continuing with my experiments, and will keep you posted, till you tell me you've seen enough.
Now planning to try my hand at a 'real' Old Master.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Walk_on_the_wild_side_Experiment_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16989&fullsize=1)
Been working away at my 'Old Master,' but don't think I'm there yet. I miss the brush strokes, that would make it a 'real' painting.
Hope to find the right texture somewhere.
This is the Merchant:
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_DSC08298_The_Merchant_10_wrap_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16992&fullsize=1)
Quote from: Reinardina on December 21, 2014, 09:54:06 AM
Been working away at my 'Old Master,' but don't think I'm there yet. I miss the brush strokes, that would make it a 'real' painting.
Hope to find the right texture somewhere.
This is the Merchant:
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_DSC08298_The_Merchant_10_wrap_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16992&fullsize=1)
Brush stroke effects in Serif are quite good - here's a quick effort done with the Expressionist Filter
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11049/normal_Waspredart.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=16993&fullsize=1)
The Expressionist Filter allows you to direct the brush stokes to various effect for specific areas - Using as many Layers to define fine high detail to blocks of colour with larger brush texture. :tup:
Thanks Andy. It's not quite the 'Rembrandt like' brush stroke I am after. Besides, I haven't got Serif, I use E11.
I'll have another look at the E11 filters, and Topaz may have something too. I haven't looked there to be honest.
Quote from: Reinardina on December 21, 2014, 11:37:12 AM
Thanks Andy. It's not quite the 'Rembrandt like' brush stroke I am after. Besides, I haven't got Serif, I use E11.
I'll have another look at the E11 filters, and Topaz may have something too. I haven't looked there to be honest.
It is the best one I have found so far (not that I have really looked as I occasionally paint with the real stuff) for the ability to Direct and Define the strength of the brush stroke detail; But as with all Filters you get a Blanket effect to each area you define, so to get a Natural humanist feel will take a few selected Mask areas (with each chosen effect) and Layers etc.', hours of fun or frustration and no doubt the odd tweak with a small smudge. :tup:
Topaz have a whole new plug in out called Impression (http://www.topazlabs.com/impression), however that seems rather overpriced to me.
I'm pretty sure that you can add brush styles in PS Elements (and you can definitely customise brushes in Serif's Photoplus). I seem to recall that PS proper has something that enables you to add artistic brush strokes, although I have never looked for it or used it.
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on December 21, 2014, 11:55:10 AM
Quote from: Reinardina on December 21, 2014, 11:37:12 AM
Thanks Andy. It's not quite the 'Rembrandt like' brush stroke I am after. Besides, I haven't got Serif, I use E11.
I'll have another look at the E11 filters, and Topaz may have something too. I haven't looked there to be honest.
It is the best one I have found so far (not that I have really looked as I occasionally paint with the real stuff) for the ability to Direct and Define the strength of the brush stroke detail; But as with all Filters you get a Blanket effect to each area you define, so to get a Natural humanist feel will take a few selected Mask areas (with each chosen effect) and Layers etc.', hours of fun or frustration and no doubt the odd tweak with a small smudge. :tup:
I just tried some E11 brush strokes, and even though I cannot see the actual stroke, I think the latest version is better than the one I uploaded here. Haven't tried to do it in several stages; didn't think of that. Thanks for the tip.
Won't upload it yet, as I may want to have another go, and I don't want to overload the site with my pictures.
Quote from: Hinfrance on December 21, 2014, 12:49:56 PM
Topaz have a whole new plug in out called Impression (http://www.topazlabs.com/impression), however that seems rather overpriced to me.
I'm pretty sure that you can add brush styles in PS Elements (and you can definitely customise brushes in Serif's Photoplus). I seem to recall that PS proper has something that enables you to add artistic brush strokes, although I have never looked for it or used it.
I saw the Topaz Impression thing, just before I started to 'paint.' Don't think it's for me just now. Maybe later.
I had overlooked the E11 brush strokes altogether; have found them, and used one of them. It did improve the picture, but I cannot really see the strokes.
Stull working on it, as I haven't got much else to do, with Christmas being spent at Daughter's.
Going away tomorrow. Case packed, nothing else to do, so I spent my time behind the laptop.
Instead of Old Masters, I went to Dreamland, with a sunrise photo and a series of textures.
It's probably good I'm going away for a week, otherwise I'd just sit here, playing with layers!
So, Meet me tonight in Dreamland!
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Good_Morning_World_meet_me_tonight_in_dreamland_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=17008&fullsize=1)
Since you can't move anywhere without someone taking a selfie or some such image on their camera phone, you may wonder where all these snappers come from. I discovered where in this image I took some time ago and was preparing for a session on 'Textures' the other evening.
Beware they're multiplying! :o They hatch out regularly. ???
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Photo_Spawn_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=17126&fullsize=1)
How about a picture of a rusty Jeep spring shackle?
Well, I like machinery and I like rust, as it often has great colour and texture.
In this case, I think you should 'bring it out' more, it's all rather vague and in the dark. A few experimental tweaks with the levels might do the trick.
The lighting is overall too flat, so no real texture of the rust is highlighted, and the blown out highlight in the centre is somewhat distracting. I'm sure there is an interesting picture lurking under the Jeep but the lighting conditions doesn't let us see what you obviously saw.
My view is more or less the same as Abers, with a caveat. It's not the lighting that's flat, it's the image. I just experimented with levels in Photoshop, and there's nothing to speak of at either end of the histogram; closing in the ends reveals shadows and a much better colour and saturation.
My biggest problems are the blown out centre, and the lack of depth of field. In an image showing texture, I don't expect to see so much that is unsharp. The bolt at the top distracts me from the sharp bolt, and the tailing off of the focus on the diagonal just doesn't work for me, as everything seems to conspire to lead my eye down that line to the unsharp areas.
Quote from: WillyP on February 19, 2015, 09:14:48 PM
How about a picture of a rusty Jeep spring shackle?
How about it? Your turn to add a comment now.
Or for anyone to add a comment or photograph.
(Just trying to keep the site alive.)
A bit of doodling with an image to make it more graphic than photographic. Tried to use empty space and detail at the edges rather than the usual golden means b***s***t, plus saturated colours.
Yes the black base is not horizontal, left as is deliberately.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_One_Way_Blue_shadows_281_of_129.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=17259&fullsize=1)
Very graphic indeed. Cartoon like. I can see this in a gallery.
Definitely art. ;)
Another image of one of the 'playlets' at Hampton Court Palace. This time, I have tried to avoid the problems with noise, by turning it into a nice, aged, painting that can do with a bit of cleaning.
The English Lesson
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_The_English_lesson_painting_sprayed_strokes_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=17482&fullsize=1)
A different take on daffodils
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10011/normal_Daffs_2041_cc.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=17781)
Like it very much!
Quote from: Reinardina on August 04, 2015, 12:11:35 PM
Like it very much!
Thanks Re.
Here's another flower
Cracklin Rosie
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10011/normal_Rose_2361_cc.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=17784)
Like this too. I love textures, it adds a whole new dimension to an image like this.
And another dimension was added, now that it has become the IOTW!
Congratulations.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10615/normal_rose1600.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=17809)
Beautiful soft colours. Love the bokeh.
Quote from: Reinardina on August 06, 2015, 07:13:05 AM
Like this too. I love textures, it adds a whole new dimension to an image like this.
Quote from: Reinardina on August 10, 2015, 03:13:35 PM
And another dimension was added, now that it has become the IOTW!
Congratulations.
Thanks a lot Re. I'm not getting much of a chance to get out with the camera at the moment, so when I get a free moment I like trying textures on some of my old images, Most free moments seem to be taken up by laying laminate flooring, decorating kitchen, gardening.................... ::)
We have a visitor with a very Snappy Attitude (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_snapping_turtle)!
While doing some work in our garage I noticed some movement in our parking area, so I investigated and it turns out that our visitor is a Chelydra serpentina, also know as a Snapping Turtle. This little guy lived up to his name very well because while standing close to him he followed my foot around, trying to give me a little nip! :o
I loaded him up in the wheelbarrow and took him out back, near the small stream on the back side of our property, hopefully he likes it there. When loading him up I used a shovel, didn't want to pick him up with my hands of course... he was biting the crap out of the shovel.
In the parking area:
(http://i60.tinypic.com/2dlowzt.jpg)
Out back, headed for the stream:
(http://i61.tinypic.com/2s9duth.jpg)
Quote from: Ken. on August 19, 2015, 08:50:22 PM
We have a visitor with a very Snappy Attitude (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_snapping_turtle)!
Your good deed for the day. :tup:
Quote from: deetus on August 12, 2015, 09:19:21 PM
Quote from: Reinardina on August 06, 2015, 07:13:05 AM
Like this too. I love textures, it adds a whole new dimension to an image like this.
Quote from: Reinardina on August 10, 2015, 03:13:35 PM
And another dimension was added, now that it has become the IOTW!
Congratulations.
Thanks a lot Re. I'm not getting much of a chance to get out with the camera at the moment, so when I get a free moment I like trying textures on some of my old images, Most free moments seem to be taken up by laying laminate flooring, decorating kitchen, gardening.................... ::)
I love working with textures; you can indeed spend hours, creating new images from old ones.
My kitchen has just been finished today. It had a total overhaul, which lasted two and a half weeks, with sometimes three men working here at the same time.. Now I have to 'learn' oven, hob and fridge frezer from scratch.
Flooring is next on the list, but I cannot do it myself, so I will have more contractors to make tea for. After that it's blinds and then I may buy some nice pieces of furniture, if I have any money left. That is the best part!
Quote from: Ken. on August 19, 2015, 08:50:22 PM
We have a visitor with a very Snappy Attitude (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_snapping_turtle)!
Let's hope he stays away, but if winters get chilly where you live, you may find him back in your garage, to survive the winter.
A throw away shot . . .
In the back garden - achieved by setting the camera on 2 second timer and then throwing it upwards, hoping to catch it before it hit the ground and broke. As it was the lens surround came off during a particularly ham fisted recovery . .
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10146/normal_Camera_Chuck-DSCF2604.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=17923&fullsize=1)
This picture, of two of my fellow volunteer rangers, evokes the autumn atmosphere even better than 'just' coloured leaves, in my opinion.
I'm sure a 17th century painter would have put the scene on canvas, had he come across it. As he didn't, I did it for him.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_L_side_Painting_5_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=18080&fullsize=1)
Another composite, inspired by Halloween.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_moonlight_grafitti_lucky_mono_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=18086&fullsize=1)
Quote from: Reinardina on October 31, 2015, 06:03:44 PM
Another composite, inspired by Halloween.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_moonlight_grafitti_lucky_mono_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=18086&fullsize=1)
I can see / imagine this in a range of colourful monochromes - nicely done Reinardina.
Thanks Andy.
My photography is a bit on the back burner, but I'm trying to get back in form.
Playing around with the software however, never lost its magic. It's something I do in a 'lost' hour, when I don't feel like proper editing. (I've still got loads of photos to edit, but lack motivation at the moment.)
After seeing some wonderful high key photographs recently, I had a go myself. Ended up with a series of images . In mono of course, but I also added a hint of colour to some.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Texel_Beach_High_Key_mono_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=18793&fullsize=1)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Texel_Beach_High_Key_colour2_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=18792&fullsize=1)
A subtle difference. (I also have one or two, with a bit more colour, but I don't want to saturate the site with a series of near identical images.)
Coomments welcome.
Certainly both have a mood of peace and tranquillity, the added colour gives a more painterly effect.
Your photography is moving you towards being a picture 'maker' rather than just a picture 'taker' producing work that is more than worth a second glance. Congratulations! :tup:
Thanks Alan, much appreciated.
I caught the 'bug' again, and have been editing like a woman possessed, forgetting my housewifely duties, while the dust is building up around me.
Well your efforts really caused a great deal of activity R. Nothing changes.
I am very grateful, you came 'in from the cold,' and commented. I had indeed hoped it would attract more attention.
I have been desperately trying to keep people interested, but I don't seem to do it right. All that happens, is my avatar all over the front page for days on end. And not because I always want the last word, but simply because no one seems around to add something, or take the conversation in a different direction.
The competition is the only thing that is still alive. Just.
That said, one of my beach shots did get a comment from Jinky, thanks for that Paul.
Comments on pictures is another area, that has died a slow death. I fear the site is sinking into oblivion.
Quote from: Reinardina on April 06, 2016, 08:35:02 AM
I fear the site is sinking into oblivion.
It is, and has been for some time tbh. ;) I don't think it'll ever improve unless we increase the member count in some way. I gave up trying to get people over here a long time ago after running out of ideas.
Quote from: Mick on April 06, 2016, 08:48:18 AM
Quote from: Reinardina on April 06, 2016, 08:35:02 AM
I fear the site is sinking into oblivion.
It is, and has been for some time tbh. ;) I don't think it'll ever improve unless we increase the member count in some way. I gave up trying to get people over here a long time ago after running out of ideas.
So have I.
R.I.P camera Craniums, it was good to have known you. I will miss the 'oldies,' but then, most of them haven't been on for ages anyway.
Will you give due warning when you are pulling the plug, so we can say our goodbyes?
I prefer the colour version Reinardina (although I also agree with Paul's comment upon areas of clouds drawing attention away) as the Pastel colouring adds more to describe peacefulness and atmosphere than in the monotone version.
Quote from: Reinardina on April 04, 2016, 02:05:00 PM
After seeing some wonderful high key photographs recently, I had a go myself. Ended up with a series of images . In mono of course, but I also added a hint of colour to some.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Texel_Beach_High_Key_mono_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=18793&fullsize=1)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Texel_Beach_High_Key_colour2_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=18792&fullsize=1)
A subtle difference. (I also have one or two, with a bit more colour, but I don't want to saturate the site with a series of near identical images.)
Coomments welcome.
Quote from: Reinardina on April 06, 2016, 01:20:20 PM
So have I.
R.I.P camera Craniums, it was good to have known you. I will miss the 'oldies,' but then, most of them haven't been on for ages anyway.
Will you give due warning when you are pulling the plug, so we can say our goodbyes?
It's not going to disappear. To be honest I pay the hosting for my other sites, and this shares the same server so it's not a problem. I just gave up trying to get members here that's all. Perhaps one day I'll change things up a gear or two and improve the look and functionality of the place, that might draw a few more members in, but atm I'm busy with other web related projects, like Tinyportal for example.
If you have any ideas as to what might draw a bit of interest then I'll look into trying some of them out. Just throw them in here somewhere Site Feedback (http://cameracraniums.com/forum/index.php?board=2.0) ;)
Quote from: Mick on April 06, 2016, 05:42:18 PM
Quote from: Reinardina on April 06, 2016, 01:20:20 PM
So have I.
R.I.P camera Craniums, it was good to have known you. I will miss the 'oldies,' but then, most of them haven't been on for ages anyway.
Will you give due warning when you are pulling the plug, so we can say our goodbyes?
It's not going to disappear. To be honest I pay the hosting for my other sites, and this shares the same server so it's not a problem. I just gave up trying to get members here that's all. Perhaps one day I'll change things up a gear or two and improve the look and functionality of the place, that might draw a few more members in, but atm I'm busy with other web related projects, like Tinyportal for example.
If you have any ideas as to what might draw a bit of interest then I'll look into trying some of them out. Just throw them in here somewhere Site Feedback (http://cameracraniums.com/forum/index.php?board=2.0) ;)
I'm glad it's not disappearing, as it keeps the link with old friends alive. And a lot of good photos, from the old photographers that used to be here will not be lost.
I've tried everything I could think of, and the only new member is David Blandford. I'm now just going with the flow and relax a bit.
Quote from: Beaux Reflets on April 06, 2016, 01:45:21 PM
I prefer the colour version Reinardina (although I also agree with Paul's comment upon areas of clouds drawing attention away) as the Pastel colouring adds more to describe peacefulness and atmosphere than in the monotone version.
Quote from: Reinardina on April 04, 2016, 02:05:00 PM
After seeing some wonderful high key photographs recently, I had a go myself. Ended up with a series of images . In mono of course, but I also added a hint of colour to some.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Texel_Beach_High_Key_mono_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=18793&fullsize=1)
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Texel_Beach_High_Key_colour2_res.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=18792&fullsize=1)
A subtle difference. (I also have one or two, with a bit more colour, but I don't want to saturate the site with a series of near identical images.)
Coomments welcome.
Thanks Andy. When I've got a bit of time, I'll see if I can rescue the clouds from their 'blown-out-ness.'
The fluffiness of the clouds and the lack of detail within them is part of the overall softness of the image. You tell us your intent was to produce a high key image, which you may have done by winding down the 'clarity' a tad, this will inevitably result in losing detail in highlighted areas.
Most high key images posted are mistakenly presented as the result of exposure manipulation in the post processing, whereas a true high key image is the result of lighting manipulation at the taking stage, something one has very little control over in Landscape Photography.
I would hazard a guess your very pleasant image would be deemed soft rather than high key, and that doesn't detract from it in any way.
As it's been raining again overnight and I can't get out in the garden until it's dried out a bit, I've got a bit of time for noodling about on the web.
For my taste the pastel coloured version is the better of the two. I'm afraid I too think that the overblown sky is distracting. This is because the middle of the image is blown out, but there is some level of detail again when you get to the top of the frame. Perhaps this is an occasion where masking out the sky and applying a different technique or degree of processing would have worked somewhat better?
As always, just my take on it.
Thank you gentlemen, it's good to get feedback.
For starters, I have never tried to take a high key image. Don't know exactly how to do it.
More or less on a whim, I have been trying to get the effect in post production. I think I may even have started, with the image already distorted to get the Orton Effect.
I may go back to the original image and try again, to see what I can get out of it. And I'll happily settle on a soft image, rather than high key.
Who Pays the Ferryman.
Just a bit of fun, combining a Banksy image with an old image of some boats from yesteryear, and adding a title from an ancient BBC series that took us to Crete back in 79.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Who_Pays_The_Ferryman-2.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=18810&fullsize=1)
Looks good small. The hooded ferryman is quite sinister.
The larger version shows the different lighting and contrast of the Banksy cutout, but as you say, a fun (if slightly macabre) composite :tup:
Here's my probably over edited photo for today. Just kept on adding layers in Perfect Photo until I'd had enough. Time for a coffee and croissant methinks.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10146/normal_Let_s_Shift-DSCF1774_smart_copy-2.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=18816&fullsize=1)
Little back street garage up for sale with windows smeared with Windowlene, or the French equivalent. Bit of a cliche but what the hell.
Windowlene Abstract.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/10216/normal_Windolene_Abstract.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=19389&fullsize=1)
Been trying out the Mirror effect in Photoshop. Something I have never done before I suppose its something you either love or hate. A couple of images attached. Should anyone like to see how its done here is a link to a tutorial http://www.photoshopessentials.com/photo-effects/mirror-image-effect-with-photoshop/
northenderdave - Like the telephone picture best as it looks real. :tup:
When I bought my first digital camera (Pentax Optio X), way back when, it came with ACDSee editing software, which had a mirror filter. Just one click, and you had a vertical or horizontal mirror image.
I loved it, and used it a lot for all sorts of creative images. The Photoshop way, seems so cumbersome, but maybe I ought to try it one day.
This is one of my 'oldies.'
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_I_love_Fruit.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=12861&fullsize=1)
A second attempt at my Coastal Road shot, implementing the suggested improvements.
Did I do enough, or did I overdo it? This sort of detail, I cannot really see.
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Moddergat_mono_full_dynamic_res_second_try.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=19437&fullsize=1)
Hi Reinardina, I have not seen the original, but the picture drew my attention. I hope this will all come out helpful and not arrogant or overly critical. When I first looked at the picture it looked like a picture of 2 halves. The sky and the bottom part. I looked at the reason behind this and do not want to go into golden means and thirds, because that is boring. The winding road is lovely and need to be a big part of the picture. So I looked at the balance in the picture. The sky is very dominant. ( I love the sky, you have seen skies like that on some of my later pics) The house and tree are not dominant enough in the bottom half to balance against the sky, but the main imbalance appears in the RH bottom side of the picture, were the side of the dijk is pretty smooth and uneventful. This imbalances with the house and the tree and is emphasised (Jeez, what a word) by the lovely sky. So I thought how to rectify this and apart from cropping into portrait and/or looking at the rule of thirds the only way is to use colour. Like I said I have not seen any earlier picture, so I thought if there was dark green in the trees and red roof tiles and the dijk slope was yellowish green, the big yellowish green area would be balanced of against the small red tile roof area. I would also reduce any amount of blue in the sky, to avoid it to stand out too much from the bottom half. I would do this by reducing the blue saturation. This is totally my opinion but I think the B/W conversion of this shot makes it look imbalanced.
I agree re the imbalance in the image but for me a simple, almost square crop, to the right of the curved road would do it. I like the monochrome edit.
Still think this made for B+W. The title makes one concentrate on the road. I would take all the terrain even further down and bleach the road out more and leave just an impression of the buildings in the shadows.
A crop from the right hand side by a quarter of the overall width of the image will keep the eye from wandering to that part of the image. The sky is beautifully caught and doesn't need any further work.
It all depends if you want to make a picture postcard or something more artistic. It's just my opinion.
Gentlemen, thank you very much for your opinion. You gave me a lot to consider.
I will have a go, when I have a bit more time, and see what I can come up with, following the above advice.
A picture postcard, advertising the charms of the Waddenzee (though hardly visible) or an artistic interpretation, but why not both?
I'll be back.
Worked a bit more on the monochrome version. The colour version will take longer, as I have to start from scratch. (And dig out the image from the archives.)
Is this more or less what you (Alan and Jinky) have in mind?
(http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/albums/userpics/11140/normal_Moddergat_mono_full_dynamic_res_second_try_new_edit.jpg) (http://cameracraniums.com/gallery/displayimage.php?pid=19446&fullsize=1)
Yes that`s more or less where I would have cropped it. Works well for me and whilst I have not seen the colour version it works so well in B&W with that sky and road
As I said initially this was a made for monochrome ,and the sinuous road, highlighted as it is, makes a strong statement within the frame. Images don't always have to show the reality of what you see but what takes your eye when you look at a landscape and the impression it leaves.
Great stuff R. :tup:
Thank you gentlemen.
I'll dig out the colour version, and see if I can turn it into a great postcard.
It was a brilliant summer's day, as far as I can remember, and the sky was not half as impressive in 'real life.' Mono really brought out the detail; exaggerated by some editing of course.
I think the colour version is very blue and green. Will be interesting to see, what I can do with it.
Nice work Reinardina,
I like the crop and general editing
Although in my opinion the 'bleaching' of the road is just a little or far too intense!
Yes it jumps out of the scene to state and express to the viewer, 'what caught your eye,' But it is then far too over powering in becoming a huge Distraction centre stage; sticking out as a very boring (all be it wavy) soar thumb to completely turn the viewer off from any further invitation to explore the more delightful surround and sky, for a second , third and forth time.
As is, it is now a typical sort of image I would often skip past in Exhibitions after the Initial viewing - but that maybe just my love for Van Gogh and Photographic images that draw and hold my attention for hours, simply by utilising and developing Light effectively.
Thanks Andy.
You are right, the road is quite 'in yer eye.' Just goes to show how every individual, 'sees' an image in a different way.
I may experiment further.
When you first posted the image R you titled it " The Long and Winding Road", that's what the picture was, and still is, all about.
It's not the general run of the mill landscape, the area surrounding the road is a support to it and let's you see that there is something other than just the road.
Too often we see landscapes, or in fact other genres of Photography, that eventually turn out to be just straightforward 'record' pictures, with no other thought put into them other than to make a record with no indication of what was felt by the photographer when the button was pressed.
You can't please everyone, but don't let those that you don't please drag you away from your intentions. :tup:
Conversely don't let others guide you along a path you're not comfortable with. :-[
Totally agree, the end result in creating and producing a photograph or work of Art should be with self pleasing the author and their intentions; And indeed any criteria a image may be purposed for towards communicating with the audience being sort (targeted) or they generally seek.
That said, there are points in processing images where aspects may not wholly gel and a part in a work can appear miss jointed or seemingly divorced from the body of the whole work (which is fine if that is intended). Directly highlighting within highend areas in an image can result in the loss of the finer detailing, where as darkening the surrounding tones will automatically highlight the highend details as they exist, and the finer details will remain to continue to hold and carry the eye.
The joys of photography - Like many great Masterpieces they are never finally finished. ;) :tup:
Is this cute? :D
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10559625/Ready-Spring-Adorable-harvest-mouse-peeks-climbing-inside-tulip-sunny-Bournemouth.html
Quote from: Oldboy on February 28, 2022, 12:18:12 PM
Is this cute? :D
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10559625/Ready-Spring-Adorable-harvest-mouse-peeks-climbing-inside-tulip-sunny-Bournemouth.html
Great shots