a little fantasy, a little magic, a lot of Photoshop
Dec 3, 2019 15:25:13 #
This 'photo' is a combination or composite of at least 5 different photos taken at different times and different locations. What I'm trying to do is use some of my reference shots to make something that doesn't really exist anywhere but in my own imagination but still tell some kind of story. How close is this to being convincing, and yes, I know I still need a lot more Photoshop practice to get to where I'd like to be, but I'm working at it.
Dec 3, 2019 16:11:34 #
O.M.G.!! I am far from a professional but, that said, your photo is absolutely amazing! My initial message had much to say from an interpretative point of view. Suffice it to say, I think someone could get lost (in a good way) in your photo!
Dec 3, 2019 17:41:18 #
Linda, S. WOW! I didn't expect such a favorable comment. Thank you, thank you very much. And, yes, I try with most of my photos to make a subtle comment about being human and our vulnerabilities as social creatures. Often in my photos, as in this one, my human figure (which is composited) often has his or her back turned (a subtle comment on what I feel we often do to each other) to the person holding the camera. Anyway, thank you for looking and commenting, you comment made my day.
Dec 4, 2019 05:31:25 #
I am disturbed by the fact that you have direct light on the trail with a sunset in front. Very unnatural to my eye.
Dec 4, 2019 07:19:39 #
I am not sure if you are looking for a critique.
IMHO, I like the concept. I do think the person should be a bit larger and a bit more prominent. The light on the trail is where my eye goes to, the brightest part of the image. I would suggest burning that down, making the person a bit larger and a bit lighter, so the viewer clearly sees the person. Maybe even cropping some off the bottom of the image. The interest is in the person and the sky, I don't think you need so much foreground.
I love playing with photoshop and creating composites. You did a great job, just needs a bit of tweaking.
IMHO, I like the concept. I do think the person should be a bit larger and a bit more prominent. The light on the trail is where my eye goes to, the brightest part of the image. I would suggest burning that down, making the person a bit larger and a bit lighter, so the viewer clearly sees the person. Maybe even cropping some off the bottom of the image. The interest is in the person and the sky, I don't think you need so much foreground.
I love playing with photoshop and creating composites. You did a great job, just needs a bit of tweaking.
Dec 4, 2019 11:06:23 #
When I looked at this image I would never have guessed it is a composite. No tell tale marks. Good piece of work.
Dec 4, 2019 19:58:36 #
OK, the man is now larger and I believe that the "point" of the bright light has extended into the sunset area. So the man is on the right path, heading towards the light (of enlightenment). Please know that my first degree was in Liberal Arts...so this type of analysis is fun for me! I still like the photo very much even with the changes. I think, but do not remember, that the first photo had a darker mood ... I really like both photos and similar to John F, it is very well done! Looking forward to seeing more!
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