Blue Herron
Feb 15, 2016 15:07:42 #
Shot this a few weeks ago. Was trying to see how I could use it. I have submitted the before and after. This was done in Photoshop using several grunge layers, 2 background and 1 boarder. Feel free to critique. If you have another idea please show us your example.
Feb 15, 2016 15:17:31 #
I like your crop and the diagonal of the perch adds to the interest of the composition. I'm feeling a bit closed in with the vignette and border together, kind of a lot of black. Also not loving the "grunge" on the water in upper right, as it detracts from your subject.
All just personal preference, obviously :)
All just personal preference, obviously :)
Feb 15, 2016 15:26:11 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
I like your crop and the diagonal of the perch adds to the interest of the composition. I'm feeling a bit closed in with the vignette and border together, kind of a lot of black. Also not loving the "grunge" on the water in upper right, as it detracts from your subject.
All just personal preference, obviously :)
All just personal preference, obviously :)
Appreciate your observations Linda. I might rework it but needed some opinions from others. I was stuck in a rut with this picture but I liked the Heron and wanted to save the pose.
Feb 15, 2016 19:37:34 #
We all see things differently. I was drawn to this bird as a portrait with a subdued background.
Feb 15, 2016 19:43:27 #
Bob Yankle wrote:
We all see things differently. I was drawn to this bird as a portrait with a subdued background.
Thanks Bob, always like to here from you. I always consider your input. :thumbup:
Feb 15, 2016 21:15:53 #
I had the feeling the photo needed some balance. First it was opened in raw where the white balance was adjusted slightly. Then Clarity, Vibrance and Saturation were added.
Final was the addition of an extension to the left of the photo as viewed.
Of course what works for me, may not work for someone else.
Final was the addition of an extension to the left of the photo as viewed.
Of course what works for me, may not work for someone else.
Feb 15, 2016 21:47:11 #
SoHillGuy wrote:
I had the feeling the photo needed some balance. First it was opened in raw where the white balance was adjusted slightly. Then Clarity, Vibrance and Saturation were added.
Final was the addition of an extension to the left of the photo as viewed.
Of course what works for me, may not work for someone else.
Final was the addition of an extension to the left of the photo as viewed.
Of course what works for me, may not work for someone else.
I see these birds every day and wanted to try something out. Saw one today laying down on a dock. Never saw one do that before. Thanks for taking time out to critique SoHillGuy
Feb 16, 2016 07:47:49 #
Thanks for posting, Jim. Here's a different version.
Feb 16, 2016 08:26:25 #
rborud
Loc: Minnesota
Jim-Pops wrote:
Shot this a few weeks ago. Was trying to see how I could use it. I have submitted the before and after. This was done in Photoshop using several grunge layers, 2 background and 1 boarder. Feel free to critique. If you have another idea please show us your example.
Jim
I might as well have a try also. It is a very neat image.
RBorud
Feb 16, 2016 08:34:07 #
Shakey wrote:
Thanks for posting, Jim. Here's a different version.
Nicely done Shakey. Never thought to take out the one rail. :thumbup: :thumbup:
Feb 16, 2016 08:36:17 #
rborud wrote:
Jim
I might as well have a try also. It is a very neat image.
RBorud
I might as well have a try also. It is a very neat image.
RBorud
Thanks for stepping in Rborud. I never tried to take it strong and contrasty in your direction. :thumbup:
Feb 16, 2016 09:56:25 #
Shakey wrote:
Thanks for posting, Jim. Here's a different version.
I agree with all of Linda's comments and I really like Shakey's #2. By focusing just on the heron you realize what a beautiful bird it is. However your original shot is excellent. Interesting how people end up with different results starting with the same base. :thumbup:
Feb 16, 2016 12:55:31 #
LarryN wrote:
I agree with all of Linda's comments and I really like Shakey's #2. By focusing just on the heron you realize what a beautiful bird it is. However your original shot is excellent. Interesting how people end up with different results starting with the same base. :thumbup:
Thank you Larry :thumbup: :thumbup:
Feb 17, 2016 06:48:35 #
Ol' Billys attempt. Great shot needs keeping natural looking in my humble uneducated rambling opinion.
Feb 17, 2016 07:03:44 #
Billyspad wrote:
Ol' Billys attempt. Great shot needs keeping natural looking in my humble uneducated rambling opinion.
Your natural looking, humble, uneducated, rambling, (yeah right, we believe that) version looks great, Billy :lol:
:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
If you want to reply, then register here. Registration is free and your account is created instantly, so you can post right away.