Color to B&W
Nov 10, 2015 18:37:22 #
I receintly posted this image in the Photo Gallery, in both color and B&W. I am not experienced in converting color to B&W, and Linda From Maine suggested that I post it here for people to play with.
It was also suggested that it be cropped above the rust mark on the foreground rock, which does look better.
If you are interested, have fun!
It was also suggested that it be cropped above the rust mark on the foreground rock, which does look better.
If you are interested, have fun!
Nov 10, 2015 18:51:09 #
I'd be more interested if you would post this again with "save original"checked so there would be more of an image to work with.
Nov 10, 2015 19:37:59 #
LaurenT wrote:
I receintly posted this image in the Photo Gallery, in both color and B&W. I am not experienced in converting color to B&W, and Linda From Maine suggested that I post it here for people to play with.
It was also suggested that it be cropped above the rust mark on the foreground rock, which does look better.
If you are interested, have fun!
It was also suggested that it be cropped above the rust mark on the foreground rock, which does look better.
If you are interested, have fun!
OK, I got hooked. I opened up the shadows with shadow/highlight control, converted to B&W darkening red to help with the rust stain.
Then I used the Levels control to set the overall tone. I darkened the mid tones a little.
I liked the rock in the foreground so I cloned in some texture from another part of the rock and then burned the rock a little.
I'm sure you will get numerous other attempts.
Nov 10, 2015 19:53:45 #
LaurenT wrote:
... I am not experienced in converting color to B&W, and Linda From Maine suggested that I post it here for people to play with.
I also mentioned the need to click "store original" LOL. A thumbnail is a tough one to work with, especially in b&w. Please be sure your image is at least 1 mb to see best results from others' pp. I look forward to working with the image on Weds. THANKS!
Nov 11, 2015 00:55:17 #
ronwande wrote:
I'd be more interested if you would post this again with "save original"checked so there would be more of an image to work with.
I'm sorry, I thought I had checked it. Here it is again!
Nov 11, 2015 00:55:19 #
ronwande wrote:
I'd be more interested if you would post this again with "save original"checked so there would be more of an image to work with.
I'm sorry, I thought I had checked it. Here it is again!
NOW IT DUPLICATED IT!!! :shock: :oops:
Nov 11, 2015 04:39:49 #
Nov 11, 2015 08:05:38 #
If it's not showing a downloadable version, it's because your file is too small. Try posting the original...if you haven't gotten too frustrated with the whole process. Sorry for the pain :|
If you did post the original, then your device is automatically re-sizing on upload. I see that you have downloadable files in the below topic, so it's probably not that you shot this image at low res.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-334928-1.html
If you did post the original, then your device is automatically re-sizing on upload. I see that you have downloadable files in the below topic, so it's probably not that you shot this image at low res.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-334928-1.html
Nov 11, 2015 14:10:41 #
Nov 11, 2015 14:34:37 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
If it's not showing a downloadable version, it's because your file is too small. Try posting the original...if you haven't gotten too frustrated with the whole process. Sorry for the pain :|
If you did post the original, then your device is automatically re-sizing on upload. I see that you have downloadable files in the below topic, so it's probably not that you shot this image at low res.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-334928-1.html
If you did post the original, then your device is automatically re-sizing on upload. I see that you have downloadable files in the below topic, so it's probably not that you shot this image at low res.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-334928-1.html
OK, one last try. I shot it in RAW, at 20+MP., but it converts to jpg upon export. So, here is the whole darn thing. Hopefully, it didn't get reduced along the way.
:?: :?:
Nov 11, 2015 16:46:28 #
LaurenT wrote:
... I shot it in RAW, at 20+MP., but it converts to jpg upon export. So, here is the whole darn thing...
Thanks so much!
First, I adjusted levels in the color image, for whiter whites + more detail in the dark shadow areas.
Using that adjusted image, I did one of the Nik Silver Efex pre-sets called high structure, and then, rather than cropping, I cloned that bit in foreground rock so it was more uniform.
I did another levels adjustment for more contrast, but now looking back at the psd file (I used Photoshop Elements 13, with layers), it might be better without. But I'm popping between two computers, so I'm just going to upload what I put on my thumb drive :)
Please keep in mind I am far from an expert pp'er + there are many ways you can go with this one, just depends on the mood and story you want to tell.
Nov 11, 2015 19:38:59 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
Thanks so much! br br First, I adjusted levels in... (show quote)
Thanks Linda, I like what you have done. It's fun to play with photos and see everyone else's interpretation. :thumbup:
Nov 13, 2015 07:28:10 #
Nov 13, 2015 15:55:42 #
Nov 14, 2015 21:12:14 #
LaurenT wrote:
I receintly posted this image in the Photo Gallery, in both color and B&W. I am not experienced in converting color to B&W, and Linda From Maine suggested that I post it here for people to play with.
It was also suggested that it be cropped above the rust mark on the foreground rock, which does look better.
If you are interested, have fun!
It was also suggested that it be cropped above the rust mark on the foreground rock, which does look better.
If you are interested, have fun!
Added a difference layer at 70% opacity (maintains a slight hint of color), a luminosity layer at 100% opacity, and a levels layer for some mid-range lighting adjustment
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