R.G. Loc: Scotland

I've posted an edited version of this elsewhere and it was suggested that there was unexplored potential in it. I was pretty much out of ideas to take it forward so I've put it up for editing to see what ideas others come up with for it.

I'll post a link to a DNG version under the JPG.

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Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

Well that was certainly humbling :)

Using the dng, I opened in ACR of PS Elements. Made two tiffs, about one stop exposure apart, then merged in Nik HDR.

Nik Color Efex cross processing (I liked the old-time colors that emerged), then some glamour glow (masked sky from that), and some other "stuff."

Thanks, R.G.!

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R.G. Loc: Scotland

And thank you, Linda. That's one of the best antique looks that I've seen... ever. And it's so appropriate for this shot.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

Very lovely of you to say, R.G.Thank you so much!

buddah17 Loc: The Bahamas

Two (quick) versions. Very similar with the exception of contrast.
(One for the young, and one for the old?)

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R.G. Loc: Scotland

Thanks for joining in, Buddah. Both very eye-catching and reminiscent of illustrations in story books. If you could do something about the diffuse halos in #2 it would be a knock-out.

buddah17 Loc: The Bahamas

Yes..
Funny you should mention that, first thing I noticed and didn't like.
I just use basic Photo Shop, (not very experienced in digital,) so if anyone can help me with removing the halo, please do...

buddah17 Loc: The Bahamas

Wait a minute...
Why am I getting the feeling that you know the answer to your question, but want to educate me?
This thought is based on past comments and help that you were kind enough to share. (Which I do appreciate, by the way..)
So MUCH to learn and so LITTLE time...

R.G. Loc: Scotland

Either you can back off with the adjustments that caused it, or you can try to get it to blend in.

It was probably, Clarity (or some equivalent) or Contrast (or both), or possibly some HDR processing that caused it. You might find that reversing the Clarity adjustment (maybe even going a bit negative with it) and compensating with more Contrast and perhaps a touch more Vibrance or Saturation might get rid of it. In Lightroom, Clarity would be the main culprit, but I've seen Contrast on its own do the same thing to a lesser extent, and HDR processing is notorious for it.

If you want to get the halo to blend in you could use a well-feathered adjustments brush (or equivalent) set to auto mask and with size set to take the feathering to the edge of the halo. If you can get the feathering to match the halo's drop-off rate, you should be able to pretty much eliminate the halo or reduce it to the point of insignificance (it's not an exact science... ).

If the adjustments overspill into the adjacent area you should be able to erase the overspill by setting the brush to erase and auto mask, with either no feathering or a little.

For the adjustments to get rid of the haloing you could try going negative with the Clarity slider and dropping the highlights. If that isn't enough you can (tentatively) go negative with Brightness and if necessary lift the shadows slightly as you go.

R.G. Loc: Scotland

Just read this after posting last response. I don't know your level so suggested possibilities but was willing to back up my suggestions with pointers.

I do that whenever I can because lots of other people read these threads and it's a good way to learn. I learned a lot myself from reading similar posts.

buddah17 Loc: The Bahamas

No your "lesson" was GREAT. Thanks again...

Shakey Loc: Traveling again to Norway and other places.

Thanks for the opportunity to work on your image, R.G.
Had fun with GIMP. :D

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buddah17 Loc: The Bahamas

Oops... Don't think THIS is what you had in mind. But it was fun exploring..
(Will use less HDR filter "next time!" I work an image..)

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R.G. Loc: Scotland

You're welcome.

R.G. Loc: Scotland

Ah.... if only I'd had a sunset like that to photograph (sigh). Thanks for joining in Shakey.