House Over Sylamore
Jan 1, 2012 12:35:45 #
I took this photo late in the afternoon one day when the leaves just started turning. This is Sylamore Creek near where it empties into the White River.
House Over Sylamore
Jan 1, 2012 13:06:08 #
rballard29
Loc: Albuquerque, NM
I like the composition but it seems a little dark to me. I think it needs to be lightened and the colors enhanced just a little. The reflection of the trees in the water make the picture.
Jan 1, 2012 13:18:34 #
Thanks for the reply. I tried to add some fill light and brought up the exposure, but it just washed everything out. Since it was near dark out with a low setting sun when I took this, the left bank was pretty dark. As you can see, the only thing lit by the sun on the left is the very tops of the trees.
Jan 2, 2012 10:09:09 #
Jan 2, 2012 15:50:42 #
I agree the darkness doesn't really show off the picture's potential. I tried reducing the shadows and changing levels a bit plus exposure, which, I think improves the image. I will post if you approve.
Jan 2, 2012 17:14:01 #
Jan 2, 2012 17:27:27 #
Jan 2, 2012 17:52:19 #
flytyer57 wrote:
Let's see what you got.
I tried two. Of them I like the first one best. The second seems a little over-processed.
Shadows and Highlights @ levels
Tone Mapped
Jan 2, 2012 17:57:18 #
The second on is waaayyy overprocessed. The first one the trees on the left are turning blue. I was trying to avoid that myself.
Jan 2, 2012 18:11:55 #
flytyer57 wrote:
The second on is waaayyy overprocessed. The first one the trees on the left are turning blue. I was trying to avoid that myself.
I accept your comment and respect your judgement. I always believe that the person who took the picture is the final judge. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to present my edit. Have a Happy New Year and I'll look forward to your posts in the future!
Jan 2, 2012 18:24:16 #
I don't know what processing program you use but in photoshop .... If you adjust the curves first .... even for each individual channel while you are there it brings all the colors out. Then adjust the levels for black/white balance you might find the happy medium you are looking for.
Just as an example ....
Just as an example ....
Jan 2, 2012 20:14:15 #
photogrl57 wrote:
I don't know what processing program you use but in photoshop .... If you adjust the curves first .... even for each individual channel while you are there it brings all the colors out. Then adjust the levels for black/white balance you might find the happy medium you are looking for.
Just as an example ....
Just as an example ....
Good PP and makes everything look right
Ian
Jan 6, 2012 00:07:44 #
photogrl57 wrote:
I don't know what processing program you use but in photoshop .... If you adjust the curves first .... even for each individual channel while you are there it brings all the colors out. Then adjust the levels for black/white balance you might find the happy medium you are looking for.
Just as an example ....
Just as an example ....
Thank you photogrl. I'm just now starting to really learn PSE and levels. Your tip will be put to use in other photos that look flat.
Jan 6, 2012 06:55:00 #
flytyer57 wrote:
Thank you photogrl. I'm just now starting to really learn PSE and levels. Your tip will be put to use in other photos that look flat.
photogrl57 wrote:
I don't know what processing program you use but in photoshop .... If you adjust the curves first .... even for each individual channel while you are there it brings all the colors out. Then adjust the levels for black/white balance you might find the happy medium you are looking for.
Just as an example ....
Just as an example ....
Thank you photogrl. I'm just now starting to really learn PSE and levels. Your tip will be put to use in other photos that look flat.
You are very welcome .... there surely is an abundance of knowledge here at the Ugly Hedgehog. Keep shooting and sharing. :)
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