I love this photgraph. It's of my husband and our little Grandson, it's one of those moments that don't come up often, so I can't retake it.
It had some really distracting stuff in amongst where the dark bit is, and I smudged it out. but I'd really like to do something more with this photograph to try to do it justice.
While I love both the subjects and their interaction, I really don't like the photo.
Can any of you geniuses / genii (is that a word??) help me to work some magic on this. If it's in the too hard basket, I can accept that, but I thought I'd give it a fighting chance to make it into a frame before I relegate it to the album instead.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/16949082@N07/2133312256/
Thank you, Lizzie :o)
2007-12-23 23:42:58 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Photography
Ok, I was inspired to have another fiddle with it. I'm not sure of the result.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/16949082@N07/2132568917/
2007-12-24 00:03:59 · update #1
Thanks Sam, it does look better without that bit, it's part of the walker he's in, the bit in front of him is part of it too.
I really appreciate that, Thank you,
BTW it's after midnight here.. Christmas Day.. So Happy Christmas!!
2007-12-24 01:10:54 · update #2
Special thanks to you all, especially
J-man Steven, Sam and Perki.
Every one has been very generous, and I have saved the files, I was thinking of doing a multiple frame with a number of your different versions in it, it should be interesting. Thank you again.
I won't insult you by picking a best answer when you have all been so kind and so clever.
2007-12-24 22:08:54 · update #3
I think it's beautiful as it is =)
Maybe have a copy of it in black & white too?
xx
2007-12-23 23:48:27 · answer #1 · answered by BeckiSparkles...x 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
On glossy, the polarizer will help minimize the glare. On a tripod, you can go as slow as you need. Use the timer, remote or cable release to avoid shaking the camera when you make the exposure. Make sure to keep the camera lens perpendicular to the image. When I make copy negs, (or copy digis) I attach the photo to a piece of white foam board. My front porch is perfect light at certain times of day. I like to find open bright shade, or either a medium overcast day. This will take some time to get everything set up. No-frills flat bed scanners are pretty cheap now, and I'm sure it would be quicker and easier, and probably better quality in the end. But I understand if you need to accomplish this task with what you already have on hand. Good luck with it, they will turn our fine!
2016-05-26 02:48:30 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm happier with colors in this shot, but I agree with FoxyBee's suggestion to get rid of the bright blue behind your grandson's head. While I was at it, I toned down the other bit of blue that was left, as it was competing for my eye.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/samfeinstein/2122373194/
I did some other minor tweaks that I can tell you about if you like it, but your Photoshop are about ten times better than mine, so you've already figured out what I did.
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Thanks for the wishes, L, and the same to you. I always knew that you were a step ahead of me!
Perki, I like the soft glow, but put the baby's BACK back where it belongs! This looks weird......... Although, I did revisit my version after seeing yours, so check it again, Liddie. I took away SOME of the back so it looks more like he is laying down on something or still looking up, but without the bulk back there. Something to think about.
2007-12-24 01:01:26 · answer #3 · answered by Picture Taker 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure about an answer for this one. Maybe take it to a professional depending on how you took it, by digital or not. I have to say that is just a one of a kind photo! Your grandson is a doll!!! What a wonderful photo, I like it. Best of luck to you and Happy Holidays to you!
EDIT: I just read Sparkle's answer and that would work out great in black and white.
2007-12-23 23:50:23 · answer #4 · answered by Nikki 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think I'd replace the entire background with a neutral gary seamless backdrop sort of thing otherwise this nis a fabulous photograph, maybe you could just leave it like it is and jusr recall it every few yeard, after all it';sa the subject matter and not the backgrounf that makes up the photo,......that is indeed a special photo.
2007-12-24 10:28:41 · answer #5 · answered by theoregonartist 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
wow. I love the connection between the two, but take out the blue bit behind the boy's head. I think it distracts from the focus of the photo.
2007-12-24 00:34:35 · answer #6 · answered by Abbey Road. 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can change the color you want once you drag this file to MicrosoftPaint. Try it.
It's Christmas time! Allow me to extend my warmest season's greetings to you and your entire family. May the new born baby JESUS continue to bless you with good health, abundant love and prosperity!
Merry Christmas to you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2007-12-24 01:54:58 · answer #7 · answered by Mutya P 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Looks super in B&W, it's a wonderful photo!
2007-12-24 08:14:15 · answer #8 · answered by Dawg 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I gave it a tiny soft glow
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2272/2133564708_00df9a14d0.jpg
Merry Christmas!
2007-12-24 02:24:54 · answer #9 · answered by Perki88 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I really like the second link. although the first link is just so and so.
keep shooting
merry christmas (its not christmas yet where i am its only 2:00 pm!!!)
2007-12-24 06:53:35 · answer #10 · answered by Photographer 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋