confused
Jan 17, 2014 09:14:57 #
I am still a bit confused on which thread to post photos when you want suggestions for improvement. I want advice opinions and critique.
Jan 17, 2014 09:25:50 #
Photo Critique & Analysis Forum will be a good fit.
Use the Search facility at the top of the page if you can't locate it.
Use the Search facility at the top of the page if you can't locate it.
Jan 17, 2014 09:28:11 #
It helps to post the original, so that we can pixel peep :-)
First, I'd probably crop or clone out the tree branches on the right side. It also appears a bit underexposed. I know you were trying to preserve the highlights, but there are no details in the bridge pillars.
First, I'd probably crop or clone out the tree branches on the right side. It also appears a bit underexposed. I know you were trying to preserve the highlights, but there are no details in the bridge pillars.
Jan 17, 2014 09:40:07 #
I like the composition very much. Nice line of the bridge to lead you into the exciting city nightlife.
The branches on the right side detract a little for me, so possibly you can clone them out. There's also a dot of light on left side sky (crane?) that I'd remove.
I don't shoot much at night so can't help re technical improvements for exposure and such.
Below is a link to the critique and analysis section. For me, following other folks' topics in there has been a great learning experience. Hope you enjoy it too :)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-117-1.html
The branches on the right side detract a little for me, so possibly you can clone them out. There's also a dot of light on left side sky (crane?) that I'd remove.
I don't shoot much at night so can't help re technical improvements for exposure and such.
Below is a link to the critique and analysis section. For me, following other folks' topics in there has been a great learning experience. Hope you enjoy it too :)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-117-1.html
Jan 17, 2014 10:02:42 #
I think it is time for me to learn Post work. Unfortunately I don't think I have this one in RAW file either. As for the original file it is on my desktop along with other photos I would post for review and not with me while I have some free time at work :-(
the object upper left was the moving aircraft :-)
the object upper left was the moving aircraft :-)
Jan 17, 2014 10:05:03 #
I was trying to see what it was in the left corner...hence needing to view the original file...I thought it was a smudge on my screen at first :-)
PP software is a game changer...I suggest looking at LR (Lightroom). A very powerful tool.
PP software is a game changer...I suggest looking at LR (Lightroom). A very powerful tool.
Jan 17, 2014 10:07:30 #
WYp8riot wrote:
I think it is time for me to learn Post work.
I only recently started believing and you know how annoying the newly converted can be :)
The free Picasa, by Google, is an easy way to get your feet wet, though if you're shooting raw, you must have some program you're editing with already.
I bought PS Elements 12 last month, and without much previous experience with those types of programs, have found it a joy to learn.
Jan 17, 2014 10:11:21 #
I would clone out the tree branches and crop a little at the top of the image. The sky is empty. Perhaps crop so the horizon line is about 1/3 of the way up.
Elements has a tool called Shadow/highlight. Perhaps you could coax a little detail out of the shadows without adding objectionable noise to the image.
Elements has a tool called Shadow/highlight. Perhaps you could coax a little detail out of the shadows without adding objectionable noise to the image.
Jan 17, 2014 10:12:01 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
I like the composition very much. Nice line of the... (show quote)
This thread is in the analysis section isn't it?
Jan 17, 2014 10:13:46 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
I only recently started believing and you know how annoying the newly converted can be :)
The free Picasa, by Google, is an easy way to get your feet wet, though if you're shooting raw, you must have some program you're editing with already.
I bought PS Elements 12 last month, and without much previous experience with those types of programs, have found it a joy to learn.
The free Picasa, by Google, is an easy way to get your feet wet, though if you're shooting raw, you must have some program you're editing with already.
I bought PS Elements 12 last month, and without much previous experience with those types of programs, have found it a joy to learn.
No I just started shooting with both jpg and raw so I can save the raw files for later. Aside from that I have only used the standard photo edit for basics on the Windows 7 using the jpg files.
Jan 17, 2014 10:18:48 #
WYp8riot wrote:
No I just started shooting with both jpg and raw so I can save the raw files for later. Aside from that I have only used the standard photo edit for basics on the Windows 7 using the jpg files.
One of the best purchases I've made to improve my photography...
http://www.amazon.com/Adobe-65215211-Photoshop-Lightroom-5/dp/B00CH6ATMO
Jan 17, 2014 10:50:37 #
WYp8riot wrote:
I think it is time for me to learn Post work. Unfortunately I don't think I have this one in RAW file either. As for the original file it is on my desktop along with other photos I would post for review and not with me while I have some free time at work :-(
The UHH Post Processing section contains many tutorials, some software reviews and links to free processing software.
Use this link to come in and have a look round: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-116-1.html
Use this link to go straight to the Tutorials and Tips index page: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-156310-1.html
Use this link to go straight to the Free Software Index: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-168252-1.html
To subscribe to the Post-Processing Digital Images section, click this link http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/
Click on "All Sections" and scroll to the second-to-last item: Post-Processing Digital Images and click to subscribe in the appropriate box.
Jan 17, 2014 11:02:23 #
Searcher wrote:
The UHH Post Processing section contains many tuto... (show quote)
Thank you,
There are a lot of choices to research when deciding which direction to go. I have considered lightroom, Gimp etc.
Jan 17, 2014 11:17:45 #
It is best to decide where you want to start
Gimp is free and has a lot of power but for most it is not the easiest of programs to learn.
Picasa is free, simple to use but does not have layers.
Photoshop Elements can do most things as can Corel Paint Shop Pro
Lightroom is a File Management program with a great capability for raw conversion and retouching, but no layer capability.
Photoshop is the bee's knees for image manipulation but is very expensive and there is a lot to learn.
The best combination (in my opinion) is Lightroom + Elements or Photoshop.
If you are new to post processing, I would suggest you try one or two of the free processors and you will soon discover which way to head.
Gimp is free and has a lot of power but for most it is not the easiest of programs to learn.
Picasa is free, simple to use but does not have layers.
Photoshop Elements can do most things as can Corel Paint Shop Pro
Lightroom is a File Management program with a great capability for raw conversion and retouching, but no layer capability.
Photoshop is the bee's knees for image manipulation but is very expensive and there is a lot to learn.
The best combination (in my opinion) is Lightroom + Elements or Photoshop.
If you are new to post processing, I would suggest you try one or two of the free processors and you will soon discover which way to head.
Jan 17, 2014 11:20:47 #
WYp8riot wrote:
This thread is in the analysis section isn't it?
Your thread is, but my link was to critique/analysis. It's unfortunate the word "analysis" is in both forum titles.
Rules for analysis section:
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-19061-1.html
Rules for critique & analysis section:
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-159520-1.html
Good luck :)
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