Great Egret ala Flaming Pear

Posted by Christina Evans on Sun Jul 10, 2005 11:17 pm

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I bought the amazing Flood plug in (using it on a professional graphics job--many thanks, Danny) In the package along with it, I got a few other filters that interested me, and decided to try out the "Mr. Contrast" plug in on this photo taken at the Alligator Farm in the spring. I also used a few other PS art filters, but that one gave me the main effect here. I'm quite interested to know what you think of the result. I liked the way it brought out the exture of the feathers on the back, and the sort of batik look in the background.

Thanks for all critiques and comments.

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by Parrothead Pete on Sun Jul 10, 2005 11:22 pm

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I love the picture. Would like to see the original for an A-B comparison...

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by Lisa Gimber on Mon Jul 11, 2005 12:06 am

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Just Beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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by Greg Downing on Mon Jul 11, 2005 12:51 am

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"Mr Contrast"

Who comes up with this stuff? Anyway, I think the effect is quite interesting and the first thing I thought was that it could be used in conjunction with a mask for sharpening effect. Very cool. I haven't purchased yet, just tried the free flood.

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by nzmacro on Mon Jul 11, 2005 1:25 am

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It sparkles and shines this one. Nice effect Christina. Might look into this one as well thanks

. Well it brings large smiles here to know flood helped and worked out well

. That is great news

Well worth the whole exercise in that case Christina.

All the best and I must say, beautiful shot and work.

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by Carol Clarke on Mon Jul 11, 2005 2:29 am

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I love the composition of the original image and this could be an interesting tool to use but for my tastes this is just a touch too harsh in this instance. I like the effect on the BG but feel the subject has a too grainy/contrasty appearance. Just my 2 cents worth.

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by Fabs Forns on Mon Jul 11, 2005 6:06 am

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Very well done, my hard copy friend

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by Mike Gallo on Mon Jul 11, 2005 7:20 am

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I love the effect here Christina, it gives it a very different look. Can't wait to try it myself.

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by Christina Evans on Mon Jul 11, 2005 9:23 am

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Thanks to all for your comments. I am not certain I'd use this image excatly the way it is now, but just trying out the plug in quickly, can certainly see potential for it -- Greg's idea for use as a sharpening mask is really a good one.

I don't have time right now (gotta work!), but maybe I'll post the original image in the birds forum later today sometime when I get a chance, Mike. (Or perhaps as a repost here.)

Certainly appreciate the feedback. Naturescapes is the best.

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by AForns on Mon Jul 11, 2005 10:35 am

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Christina this I'm sure looks totally different in print!!!

A nice Velvet paper would bring out all fine texture!!!! Might consider masking part of the head and lessening the effect in that area particularly the darker parts?

Also got a bunch of the filters and I'm experimenting!!!!!

Interesting that they seem simple but you need the right image for the application and ruble change in settings make all the difference!!!!

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