T'is not the pic I planned on taking,
Nor in PS planned on making.
There will be those who think me faking
(the sat and colors over-baking).
The truth be told I'm just partaking
Of focus blends and soft light raking
The sandstone ridges; no camera shaking.
Thirteen frames! My back was aching!
This sat for months, no interest waking;
Worked on a week, almost forsaking,
But with more time and layers caking
Quarter turned it, started quaking.
A pond of hope began there laking
As there seemed to be no mistaking
That the image was at last awaking
To what the light was meant to be.
Now it's your turn to judge the outcome,
And I am sure there will be doubts some.
If this don't please check counterpart;
It's location
Photo Art.
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25 commentsThe subtle changes in light, bombastic.
The desert of the south and to the west.
The location of my next quest.
Hopefully I can leave once I finish my tasks,
And thank you for all the help with layer masks.
I definitely prefer this over your electric color work.
from a land time forgot.
This image takes you where it wants to be;
an image I clearly see.
Wonderful Tony! I followed your story right down to the "quarter turn" and it all makes sense. You've poetically described the entire image development process. I can just imagine your next tutorial!
I love the vertical presentation! The only suggestion I have would be a little more separation in contrast/levels between the foreground wave and the bg wave. In other words, I could see the bg wave getting a little more micro contrast - or something along those lines. For example, painting in your own Darks Triple play to bring out the dark textures of the bg. But wait, I'm talking to the master! I bow.
It's a wonderful sandstone image Tony.
Lon
The work must be tiring
Although I’m not confrontational
I’d like it 90 degrees rotational
From you there’s always color in store
But I enjoy this one even more
My work keeps me at home
Where I sit staring all alone
Unable to journey to sights so fair
I must enjoy what you share
all it needs is a little beer...
a nice amber or IPA
that's what this shot needs today...
Peter
I always think of food
Like a mix of ingredients
That reflect your distinct mood
Creative expression so very unique
Such lovely textures and colors you take
Intricate layers, folds and swirls
A beautiful print I'm sure this will make
Love the image - quite nice IMO. Not quite as colorful as some of yours, but delightful nonetheless. Love the detail and the curves!
Well Done!!
Color, contrast and the range of tones are spot on, as always.
i like the colours, even pinks
the curves and the lines
and textures leave me feeling fine.