Multiple Image Abstract
Feb 3, 2024 21:22:24 #
Veronica has me interested in abstracts these days. For this one I took a photo of a terra cotta pot on someone's porch. I took the photo with my camera in portrait orientation. Then, for the double exposure, I rotated the camera 180 degrees and tried to orient the pot so that the necks are right next to each other. Then I used the photocopy filter in PS which highlighted the edges and eliminated what is between the hard edges. The final treatment was to use the "old Photo" filter in NIK which turned gave me a kind of sepia effect. Look much better in download. Also added a horizontal version which I also like.
Erich
Erich
Feb 4, 2024 01:14:12 #
Feb 4, 2024 04:51:31 #
Curmudgeon wrote:
Got to think about this one Erich, it is certainly unique
Thanks for looking. I'm not sure if I really like it; but I do like the process. I think putting two or more images together can be a method for creating abstract images, if you can manage not to make things too busy. I'll keep at it and start experimenting with masks to remove some of the distracting repetitions. It'll keep me busy.
Erich
Feb 4, 2024 05:40:16 #
Either heads or tails it is interesting and both quietly pleasing and make sense challenging.
Feb 4, 2024 05:49:33 #
dpullum wrote:
Either heads or tails it is interesting and both quietly pleasing and make sense challenging.
Interesting and quietly pleasing. That is a good start for me. Thanks for your comments. As always, I appreciate all the opinions that are offered. Very valuable.
Erich
Feb 4, 2024 06:50:57 #
I’m not sure I would call this an abstract. Maybe because everything is so defined. But I do like the possibilities using this technique on various subjects.
Feb 4, 2024 07:36:00 #
I like the vertical aspect because I can discern the globe and table shapes. That gives my eye a starting point. Their repetition holds me there. Quite interesting! (not liking the horizontal, I'm afraid)
You can achieve the flip and repeat look in PS quite easily, should you want to try with an image from your archives.
The result does look much better on white. Also, clicking on the image itself, rather than the download link, places it on a black background. Both are far preferable to these sepia tones on UHH yellow
You can achieve the flip and repeat look in PS quite easily, should you want to try with an image from your archives.
The result does look much better on white. Also, clicking on the image itself, rather than the download link, places it on a black background. Both are far preferable to these sepia tones on UHH yellow
Feb 4, 2024 08:48:55 #
Feb 4, 2024 14:49:58 #
NJFrank wrote:
I’m not sure I would call this an abstract. Maybe because everything is so defined. But I do like the possibilities using this technique on various subjects.
Good point. I guess whatever name you put on it doesn't really matter that much. I think there is potential in the technique. Probably needs some more practice and I think that what you do in post makes a huge difference.
Erich
Feb 4, 2024 14:54:15 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
I like the vertical aspect because I can discern t... (show quote)
I think I like the vertical better myself. that is how it was shot. I just thought I would try the horizontal as well and see if it grows on me. I need more practice with these ; but there is potential. I used one of my archival photos and had PS create the double image in Adirondack Abstract from a few days ago. Thanks for your input. Always appreciated.
Erich
Feb 4, 2024 19:56:48 #
I like your approach! I also liked the vertical image over the horizontal. Just as a thought...how about filling in the open spaces with colors? You've got some very interesting spaces there... Overall, I think you did a great job!
Feb 5, 2024 05:24:45 #
veralisa296 wrote:
I like your approach! I also liked the vertical image over the horizontal. Just as a thought...how about filling in the open spaces with colors? You've got some very interesting spaces there... Overall, I think you did a great job!
Thank you for the input. I had not thought about that; and it might make the image more engaging with some color. These are the things that I don't think about on my own. Thanks for the idea. I'll work on in.
Erich
Feb 5, 2024 12:31:34 #
Feb 11, 2024 07:30:51 #
NikonGal wrote:
Your vertical orientation appeals to me best.
I think you are right. Somehow, when you turn it horizontal , it becomes terribly busy. Thanks for the input.
Erich
Feb 16, 2024 18:59:28 #
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