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Posted on 09/01/12 3:45:45 PM |
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Frank
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First Post - Setting The Scene
Hi Steve and Board Members, I took on self learning CS5 some six months ago and read many books ,U-Tube videoes, etc. I recently spotted Steve's book on Amazon and thought that looks like a different approach -- so far I'm not disappointed and find the book really makes you think -- I have done similar work in the past in PhotoImpact and Bryce but you never do" everything" from scratch -- this book makes you learn. A basic knowledge of CS5 is however mandatory. Anyway Steve here's my first kick at the cat --- feel free to critque. As I'm new to this board I will attempt to post the project as well as supply a link in case one or the other fails. Frank http://users.eastlink.ca/~fbwhite/setting-scene-post.jpg  |
Posted on 10/01/12 07:37:20 AM |
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Steve Caplin
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Re: First Post - Setting The Scene
A great entry, Frank! Looks like you've got all the techniques worked out well there. It's perhaps a little too red overall, but you don't need to change everything: try making a new Curves Adjustment Layer right at the top of the layer stack, and desaturate just the reds. I think you could afford to darken the overall shadow layer quite a lot as well, to add to the sense of mystery. Welcome to the forum! Steve |
Posted on 10/01/12 11:37:52 AM |
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Frank
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Re: First Post - Setting The Scene
Thanks Steve, I did both and the scene is much more dramatic - my wood (mahogany) on door -trim was perhaps a little too red. Enjoying the forum -- some great work submitted here. Not to mention the tips and tricks . Frank |
Posted on 10/01/12 1:00:01 PM |
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BigVern
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Re: First Post - Setting The Scene
Frank, I like your scene a lot - very impressive. Please provide a link to your modified image if you would be so kind. Following on from Steve's comments the only thing I would do is add a little shadow to the right of the door handle to give it a bit of depth (similar to the light switch) but this is a very minor point. Welcome to the forum from me as well; it can get quite addictive this photshop malarky especially the Friday Challenge. Cheers Vern |
Posted on 11/01/12 09:22:13 AM |
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Frank
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Re: First Post - Setting The Scene
Thanks very much Vern --- when I adjusted re Steve's comments I too thought the door handle needed a little shadowing so I added it as well -- yes this PS can be addicting and I especially like Steve's book as not only is it a great learning aid but it inspires creativity I guess I'm trying to say it breaks away from just manipulating photos. Being relatively new to PS ( and sometimes overwhelmed with the learning curve) I find doing Steve's projects make me think not just do.Here's the link as requested: I prefer this somewhat darkened version - sometimes I find after looking at a project so long you need to step back for a day and re-evaluate with rested eyes (and brain) Frank http://users.eastlink.ca/~fbwhite/setting-the-scene-final.jpg |
Posted on 12/01/12 08:26:45 AM |
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Steve Caplin
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Re: First Post - Setting The Scene
Yes - that's much better. You could still afford to desaturate the wood a little more, though, it’s a touch too strong. I find going out of the door and making a cup of coffee helps. When I come back in, I see the screen from the doorway and the distance gives me a different perspective. |