Posts for: manderson
Dec 22, 2014 19:35:14 #
wthomson wrote:
If possible, I'd move to the left and/or higher to separate the foreground tree from the cliff. Otherwise, nice composition.
I have several compositions of this scene actually. I worked the area as best I could.
Dec 21, 2014 20:56:16 #
mcveed wrote:
The post processing issues can be addressed but there is little you can do about that f5.6 aperture after the fact.
But, I can make sure I double check my aperture in the future. That to me is also fixable.
Dec 21, 2014 20:05:00 #
[quote=Billyspad]mcveed has said it all really I think you can get away with the distant hills being a little soft but maybe the front grass would selectively sharpen.
Your sky is off and I would tend to lean towards bringing the sky through from one of your bracketed images with a layer mask. That can be used also on the blown areas of the cliff. Ita great view and nice shot needing some PP work. Water treatment is just perfect with a great reflection
Contrast also could stand bumping up a little when all other slight problems are solved.
This looks like Photoshop HDR Pro image? If it is the Adobe attempt at HDR does seem to alter colors somewhat.[/quot\
It is a photomatix HDR I believe. So far from what I am reading is that most of these "issues" can be fixed and that is good to know. Thanks for looking.
Your sky is off and I would tend to lean towards bringing the sky through from one of your bracketed images with a layer mask. That can be used also on the blown areas of the cliff. Ita great view and nice shot needing some PP work. Water treatment is just perfect with a great reflection
Contrast also could stand bumping up a little when all other slight problems are solved.
This looks like Photoshop HDR Pro image? If it is the Adobe attempt at HDR does seem to alter colors somewhat.[/quot\
It is a photomatix HDR I believe. So far from what I am reading is that most of these "issues" can be fixed and that is good to know. Thanks for looking.
Dec 21, 2014 20:02:38 #
PaulG wrote:
I like it Mike. It does have a softness and distinct colour shift but perhaps that was your intention? Overall it has good depth with the receding cliffs and foreground grass bank. If you were able to shift your vantage point slightly left - to isolate the tree more from the cliffs and into the water - would be my only picky thing. Of course that might not have been possible though.
I have several different compositions of this view. I have another photo where the small tree in the foreground is a minor detail. I tried to work the view from several locations and camera orientations. Thank you for looking and offering suggestions.
Dec 21, 2014 20:00:38 #
mcveed wrote:
Nice composition but the devil is in the details. ... (show quote)
I struggle with colors, I love vivid color that pops out at you. The HDR was photomatix. I don't mind the distant hills being soft as my focus is on the sunlight reflecting off the closest cliff. I don't feel too beaten up, it's why I put it here.
Dec 21, 2014 19:57:24 #
SonyA580 wrote:
Nice shot! I like the composition but the "Yellows" appear over saturated and there are some blown out highlights on the nearest cliff face on my monitor. A few spots in the sky (sensor dust?). I think with a little work it could be a great picture.
I did this as an HDR and wasn't sure if I should do something with the yellow cliffs or not. Can't believe that I missed the dust in the sky.
Dec 21, 2014 13:55:39 #
I would definately switch to Windows 8.1, no problems or issues. Vista was horrible.
Dec 21, 2014 12:03:35 #
Let me know what your thoughts are on this photo please.
Dec 17, 2014 22:27:46 #
Bob Yankle wrote:
I'd heard their rumbling in the local quarry, so today I drove in for a closer look - and captured these dinosaurs as they were feeding. They're rock-biters you know.
And you would probably not guess it, but I actually folded in a layer of Topaz Glow's "Electrify" preset while post processing this beastie.
And you would probably not guess it, but I actually folded in a layer of Topaz Glow's "Electrify" preset while post processing this beastie.
Did you bump into Fred Flintstone while you were there?
Dec 17, 2014 22:22:34 #
Regis wrote:
I took this photo yesterday in slightly foggy conditions and I got a nice pose from this beautiful Eagle. The distance was about 100-125 feet at 600mm.
Love your eagle photos. Just out of curiosity, how much PP do you do with your photos?
Dec 14, 2014 21:13:31 #
I like this photo, the more I look at it the more I like it. I really like the vivid greens. I like the vertical lines of the trees and the horizontal lines of the wall. The details in the photo are amazing. I love photos that are sharp and have intense coloring. Frame it and hang it.
Dec 14, 2014 20:47:43 #
Just another pompous ass.
Dec 13, 2014 23:56:43 #
If you're going as far as the Black Hills, why not go just a little further and go through the badlands. Beautiful sights and early enough that you won't have to deal with the summer heat.
Dec 13, 2014 12:16:27 #
Billyspad wrote:
You seem to be at the beginning stages of learning... (show quote)
Thanks for the help, I appreciate it. I make most of my "fixes" in ACR.
Dec 12, 2014 19:14:06 #
Billyspad wrote:
Quick easy way to dodge and burn. Put a new blank layer on top of your picture. Go Edit>Fill> 50% grey. Now your pic is hidden by grey. Change blending mode of grey layer to Overlay. Your pic comes back!!. With soft brush at 10-15% opacity paint on the top layer in white to lighten areas and black to darken or increase shade Much much easier than dodge and burn tools which can take some mastering. Practice this for 10 mins and your home and dry
I think I've finally figured out how you do this method. Thanks for the help.