Sunday, January 18, 2009

saving the photo

This photo started with the best of intentions. Nice subject matter, pretty good composition, timed it well.... but the original was just sort of flat and lacked impact. So it all started with the general malaise of subtle disappointment.

But then, thanks to the good graces of my favorite software superhero, Photoshop!, I have not only saved the shot, but turned it into something that I am immensely pleased with. What it lost in flat reality, it certainly gained in simple visual impact.

Please leave a comment and let me know what you think. Either about this image or the more basic debate between photographic authenticity and digital manipulation.


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