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Jan 26, 2019 09:18:41   #
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Ruth
Vince68 wrote:
Great capture Bruce.


Thanks, Vince.
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Jan 26, 2019 09:14:28   #
(For Your Consideration)
Halloween
jaymatt wrote:
I can’t think that leftover candy would ever be a bad thing.


We just recently finished it up. Of course, the grandkids helped.
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Jan 25, 2019 20:20:51   #
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Ruth
DeanS wrote:
Excellent - you captured so much expression. The b&w version overwhels the color.


Thank you! Yes, I think the same. The image captures my memory of her.
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Jan 25, 2019 19:38:22   #
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Ruth
NJFrank wrote:
I prefer the B/W over the color version. It highlights the character in her face. I find the color to be a distraction, and takes away from that look.


Yes, I agree. The color version was my original raw capture, somewhat embellished. I knew I would likely convert to B&W, and spent my processing time there. Thank you for your insight.
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Jan 25, 2019 18:15:31   #
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Ruth
PAR4DCR wrote:
Exceptional work Bruce. The rework is one great portrait.

Don


Thank you. I'm thankful for a little help from my friends!!
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Jan 25, 2019 17:55:07   #
(For Your Consideration)
Halloween
artBob wrote:
Enjoyable capture. I see nothing necessary to change in the background except the amount of it. I think if you straighten the boy and tricycle, then crop it as tight as you can, you have a most powerful photo, both mysterious and moving.


There's good reason I hang out here!! Good call, Bob. I like it more, for certain.


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Jan 25, 2019 17:50:09   #
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Halloween
Linda From Maine wrote:
That's pretty cool. Do you dislike it because it looks fake? Too busy and distracting?


Due to the "cartoonish" nature of the subject, I can't imagine what the background should be. I put one there, but my mind ain't in it!
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Jan 25, 2019 17:40:44   #
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Ruth
artBob wrote:
You fine portrait moved me, and is a fine tribute to the woman you admire.


Very kind words. Thank you, Bob. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
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Jan 25, 2019 16:40:36   #
(Main Photography Discussion)
Problem Solved
cbtsam wrote:
A few weeks ago, I posted the following, first on the post-procesing thread, and then here; I got no responses from the post-processers, and one from here. So, maybe nobody really cares, but I finally solved the problem. First, the post:


I'm using the latest Photoshop CC update, and I am noticing that some processed ".psd" files don't show exposure data in the Bridge metadata panel.

Some ".psd" files are showing up as thumbnails in Bridge, and some are showing up with just a ".psd" symbol; it's these later files that don't show exposure data in the metadata panel.

When these are converted to ".jpg" files, they still don't show the exposure data. The ".NEF" files I started with do show the data.

Anyone know any trick I'm missing to keep that metadata showing?

BTW, I'm working in Mojave 10.14.2, if that makes any difference


The solution:

looking at Bridge > Preferences > Thumbnails, there's a place for "Do not process files larger than," with a number. Mine had 1000 mb. When I bought a D850, I ended up with a bunch of .psd files larger than 1 gb. When I changed that number to 2000 mb, the metadata works as expected.
A few weeks ago, I posted the following, first on ... (show quote)


Wow! That simple? I know you are elated that you found it. Glad you did!!
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Jan 25, 2019 16:23:22   #
(For Your Consideration)
Halloween
Linda From Maine wrote:
There is never a downside to leftover Halloween candy I don't think I would have made the connection to the holiday from this pic, though I'm not sure what that would leave me to imagine. His expression makes me think of a "sad clown." Very compelling.

I'm curious how the photo would look with the background de-saturated. Not all the way to gray, but more muted? Of course, any interest in manipulating the image will depend on how much you enjoy the photo as a memory of the fun holiday. Sounds like he definitely made an impression!
There is never a downside to leftover Halloween ca... (show quote)


Well, this project has revealed my weaknesses. I simply wasn't sure what to do with this. I ended up using a couple texture files to alter the background, but I'm not very excited about it. If anyone else has ideas, please feel free to try your hand at it.


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Jan 25, 2019 14:41:15   #
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Ruth
rmalarz wrote:
Bruce, what a great portrait. Her personality comes through in this photograph incredibly well.
--Bob


Thank you, Bob. Glad you enjoyed it.
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Jan 25, 2019 14:40:07   #
(For Your Consideration)
Ruth
Bmac wrote:
Looks great, good job Bruce.


Thanks again.
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Jan 25, 2019 14:39:42   #
(For Your Consideration)
Ruth
Don, the 2nd son wrote:
Now if we could see this same girl, same smile @ age 18! She still radiates joy, no small feat after so many years of trials, smiles and tribulations! Fabulous photo.


Thanks, Don!
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Jan 25, 2019 10:33:59   #
(For Your Consideration)
Halloween
Linda From Maine wrote:
There is never a downside to leftover Halloween candy I don't think I would have made the connection to the holiday from this pic, though I'm not sure what that would leave me to imagine. His expression makes me think of a "sad clown." Very compelling.

I'm curious how the photo would look with the background de-saturated. Not all the way to gray, but more muted? Of course, any interest in manipulating the image will depend on how much you enjoy the photo as a memory of the fun holiday. Sounds like he definitely made an impression!
There is never a downside to leftover Halloween ca... (show quote)


I think your suggestion is worthwhile. I shall pursue. Have to run an errand now, but later I'll try to come up with something.
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Jan 25, 2019 09:50:15   #
(For Your Consideration)
I wandered lonely as a cloud....
Graham Smith wrote:
With acknowledgement to Wm. Wordsworth.

A beach on the Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides.


Very much enjoy your work, Graham. Exquisite.
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