Please help..?
Nov 16, 2020 13:31:32 #
Nov 16, 2020 15:48:11 #
ELNikkor wrote:
............................................Just thought Ild play with it..RJMThis is a lovely, spontaneous-moment type photo; no technical perfection needed! Some helpful friends on this site may use one of their programs to sharpen it, but even without the sharpening, the expressions and body language at play makes this a great memory for the bride, groom, and all family members.
Nov 16, 2020 16:27:13 #
Lucian wrote:
Well since they used a friend to shoot the wedding... (show quote)
I wish I was near them too. I’m not a professional but I do understand what needs to go into this shot and believe I can handle it quite well. However I did invite them down to me in NC and we could go wherever they want to do some other pics dressed in their wedding attire. There are beautiful gardens and arboretums here that would be beautiful.
Nov 16, 2020 16:27:57 #
Nov 16, 2020 16:28:13 #
digit-up wrote:
............................................Just thought Ild play with it..RJM
Thank you!!
Nov 16, 2020 16:59:39 #
Navywife66 wrote:
I wish I was near them too. I’m not a professional but I do understand what needs to go into this shot and believe I can handle it quite well. However I did invite them down to me in NC and we could go wherever they want to do some other pics dressed in their wedding attire. There are beautiful gardens and arboretums here that would be beautiful.
I hope that works out...that you can recapture the spontaneity.
Nov 16, 2020 17:00:14 #
RonnieP
Loc: Texas
I downloaded and played with this in Photoshop's Camera Raw filter and came up with about the same things as most others. The biggest issue for me was the White Balance. It is really way to warm. You know, it reminded me a lot of the old Instamatic pictures.
Nov 16, 2020 17:12:49 #
Navywife66 wrote:
This photo was taken by an amateur trying to help out the brides family.
Well I see you've received a lot of help so far. Here's another few ideas
1) removed the orange color cast and set color cast to neutral gray.
2) reduced the overall contrast making the image look a little softer.
3) Separated the couple from the background. Blurred and reduced the background exposure. This creates a lot of contrast between the couple and their surroundings. This brings the focus of attention to the couple and also enhances the perceived sharpness.
4) And all wedding albums have some B&W images in them. Converted to B&W, brightened the background. Did this to separate the couples faces and the background. Then reduced contrast to give a softer feel to the image.
These were just quick edits. But, if this approach interests you, send a PM and I'll send you the PS file with these edits.
Hope this helps your idea generation
Mike
Color Cast removed
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Reduced contrast
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Separated background and softened
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B&W
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Nov 16, 2020 17:13:41 #
Dannj wrote:
I hope that works out...that you can recapture the spontaneity.
Yes It would be a lot of fun as I’m not the stand pose like this.. I like to capture the essence of the moment! This will just be a part of their wonderful day together!!
Nov 16, 2020 17:14:05 #
RonnieP wrote:
I downloaded and played with this in Photoshop's Camera Raw filter and came up with about the same things as most others. The biggest issue for me was the White Balance. It is really way to warm. You know, it reminded me a lot of the old Instamatic pictures.
Yes I agree!
Nov 16, 2020 17:17:36 #
SalvageDiver wrote:
Well I see you've received a lot of help so far. ... (show quote)
I’m really on board with second to the last one! Yeah the blurring around them works to make them pop. Thanks so much!! I am thrilled too with all the wonderful ideas and responses!! 🥰
Nov 16, 2020 17:31:23 #
I was wondering if it might improve a little to remove the cone coming out of her head?
Chuck
Chuck
Nov 16, 2020 18:19:39 #
Navywife66 wrote:
I did a monotone and have yet to try sephia! Thank you for your advice!
You can apply a sepia tone to a monochrome by just adding a color LUT adjustment layer in PS. LR has similar capabilities.
Here's an example, added the 'Crisp-Warm' LUT in PS.
Nov 16, 2020 18:51:34 #
Looks to me that spacey also sharpened as well as white balance adjustment. That along with Kozan's suggestion to crop the flag pole out on the left, you'd have a winner. You could also lighten a little if you like.
Nov 16, 2020 19:35:05 #
After looking thru the comments I went back and read your original post and you said you want something that is “right for her”. Is that from your perspective or from the bride’s? Has the bride told you: “it’s nice but...” or are you looking to improve it? I think it makes a difference. We all want everything to be “the best” but exactly what that means will vary. I think you’ve captured the pure joy the bride and groom were feeling at the moment and while the magic of Photoshop et al can enhance the technical quality of the image, it’s that “look” that makes the photo great and they will treasure it for years to come. So, make some tweaks if you must but don’t do anything to distract from the essence of the moment.
Just my opinion, of course.
Just my opinion, of course.
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