First Silver Efex Conversion
Aug 31, 2020 15:32:18 #
I hunted for an image to convert to B&W. Not sure I made the right choice, as this one is pretty busy. So what do you think? Does it work as a B&W?
Aug 31, 2020 15:35:32 #
Aug 31, 2020 15:43:16 #
Architect1776 wrote:
Looks nice to me.
Thank you. That's encouraging.
Aug 31, 2020 15:45:21 #
AzPicLady wrote:
I hunted for an image to convert to B&W. Not sure I made the right choice, as this one is pretty busy. So what do you think? Does it work as a B&W?
Kathy, Has great tonal range and good composition. It works!
Aug 31, 2020 15:54:56 #
Technically seems really good! Did you view any tutorials ahead of time, and do you have any tips for other Silver Efex novices? Did you enjoy the process and will you do more?
Since you mentioned "busy," it is a bit for me: there are a lot of elements that are similar size and tone. You could play with some selective dodge and burn.
Alternative to dodge and burn: in Silver Efex there are those colored filters if you didn't get a chance to try. Clicking the green one would lighten your foliage. If there is red in the rocks, then the red one might lighten those areas. Click through them, after applying the "neutral" pre-set (top on the left), next time you get a chance. Pretty cool
Since you mentioned "busy," it is a bit for me: there are a lot of elements that are similar size and tone. You could play with some selective dodge and burn.
Alternative to dodge and burn: in Silver Efex there are those colored filters if you didn't get a chance to try. Clicking the green one would lighten your foliage. If there is red in the rocks, then the red one might lighten those areas. Click through them, after applying the "neutral" pre-set (top on the left), next time you get a chance. Pretty cool
Aug 31, 2020 16:59:55 #
PixelStan77 wrote:
Kathy, Has great tonal range and good composition. It works!
Thank you, Stan. I appreciate the comment.
Aug 31, 2020 17:03:19 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
Technically seems really good! Did you view any tu... (show quote)
Actually, I simply dove in! I did play around a tad while I was there. I did lighten some, but I honestly don't remember what. I do think it's too busy for a really good black and white. It needs stronger outlines and definite edges. I'm still looking. . . . Thanks.
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Sep 1, 2020 13:04:57 #
A tough shot to convert with all those leaves, Kathy. It looks good, but LFM's comment about the color filters might help define the leaves.
Sep 1, 2020 13:10:28 #
Nice image for a first attempt Kathy. I agree that it is a little busy. The only real problem I see is with the sky. Applying a red(?) filter in Silver Efex will help. I usually prepare the photo in color before converting to B&W.
Sep 1, 2020 13:45:51 #
UTMike wrote:
A tough shot to convert with all those leaves, Kathy. It looks good, but LFM's comment about the color filters might help define the leaves.
I didn't even know about the coloured filters when I did this one. Since then I've learned a little! If I liked this image enough in B&W, I might redo it. But I'm not sure it's worth it. I might, though, just for the fun of it.
Sep 1, 2020 13:47:39 #
Curmudgeon wrote:
Nice image for a first attempt Kathy. I agree that it is a little busy. The only real problem I see is with the sky. Applying a red(?) filter in Silver Efex will help. I usually prepare the photo in color before converting to B&W.
I was sort of arguing with myself about the sky. If I made it more dramatic, would it fight with the "hero" of the scene that is the butte? I decided to leave it. I'll admit, it's a pretty humdrum sky!
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