So when i started processing last year i was taking everything to "11", now i am working in smaller increments with just about everything and changing the potency of my edits. Here's the most recent product of how i have been editing.
Kalama Eagle Sculpture: Kevin Stone
Mr. Stones website: https://www.kevinstonemetalart.com/
Glad I was already in my car before the heavens opened. It went incredibly dark, but it didn't last for very long, and the sun was soon out again.
I just messed about with the photograph of a luscious, large green tree against a nice blue background with the clouds, but I decided that was boring, so this is what I did to it.
I'm going to be trying this again because I rather like the outcome of this on my lavender in the garden, which has finished for the summer now, so I couldn't go and do it again.
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Still a time and place for different styles. This is a shot that stylistically works with either edit for me. Would be interesting to see a blend of the top foreground with the bottom background. Thinking that the crispness of the stream would mix really well with the ethereal feel of the backdrop.
thanks Robert definitely something to consider going forward
I think you're creating a style that is your own, and that's great. But I worry that the added "glow" is detracting from the overall sharpness of the image. It could be that this is only apparent at this relatively small size, though.
Also, this shot seems to have a left rotation to it. The trees on the far left are only slightly tilted to the left, but the trees in the middle are tilted way over to the left.
Thanks Phillip, i haven't been playing a huge role on here lately just because i've been trying to progress but i do need a voice other than mine own in my head and i appreciate it when you give me some sound advice. I see what you mean about the rotation, its actually what drew me to the shot. An almost swirly funneling of motion and color.
I think your scaling back from an '11' is a natural sign of progress Joe - I think many (including myself) cringe when viewing earlier work.
That said, I agree with Robert that it works for those that have mastered the 'when and where' and there are certainly instances where more is needed.
I also feel strongly that you need to treat the advice of others carefully. We all have different viewpoints and I feel if you follow those of others there is a danger that you drift away from your own style.
I think it's fine as long as advice is in alignment with your own creative goal, but you have to keep in mind who's goal you are following.
If not already check out Cole Thompson - he actually abstained from even viewing the work of others so he could focus solely on finding his own style.
After viewing your work over the past year I think you are progressing well - I like where you're headed.
I agree wholeheartedly with Alan!
thanks Ruthie ;)
Always great to hear a voice of reason especially from you Alan, as you have been one to support my growth. I think you have noticed my absence from the site as of late and that is purely to hone and find my own way. I do take in all advice good and bad as i feel like there is a lot to be learned from both. It helps you consider and decipher all options and paths to gaining experience, confidence and grow as always Alan and most humbly, thank you my friend!
Sounds good, just be careful not to act on advice unless it meets your own vision.
Again, pushing Cole Thompson again as he has some great blog entries on the subject - from his site (https://colethompsonphotography.com/blog/);
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A young artist is exhibiting his work for the first time and a well-known critic is in attendance.
The critic says to the young man: “would you like to hear my opinion of your work?”
“Yes” says the young man.
“It’s worthless” the critic says.
“I know” the artist replies, “but let’s hear it anyway.”
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It's worth remembering that the best advice is that you give to yourself.....
i took a look nice images and a great mindset that i will have to load in my brain pan still learning every day thanks Alan