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Kelly Plitt
 

Is my photo in the wrong category?


 
 
I am confused as to which category would be the proper one for my last entry, which is a heavily digitally manipulated portrait of my daughter. here's the URL: http://www.betterphoto.com/gallery/big.php?photoID=1244918

I initially uploaded it to special effects, then changed it to digital darkroom. However, I'm still confused after reading the category guidelines. Please help! :-) Thanks!


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September 30, 2005

 

Sandy Landon
  I would stick with digital darkroom. It is beautiful!!


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September 30, 2005

 

John G. Clifford Jr
  I would put it in the 'People' category. The post-processing effects are not the main subject of the picture, the girl is.

The way to answer this question to your satisfaction would be to ask yourself, "Do I want this image judged for my background manipulation or for the overall image of the girl?" Then, categorize accordingly.


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September 30, 2005

 

Terry R. Hatfield
  I Like Your Ps Work On This One Kelly,The People Category Would Be My Choice Also, Digital Effects Are Allowed In Other Cats Too.
A Sugestion Would Be To Crop The Image To A Vertical Bringing Her Closer And Putting Her Eyes In The Rule Of Thirds, When I View It I Cant Decide What Your Subject Is The Digital Work Or Your Daughter Hope That Helps A Little..


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September 30, 2005

 

Nicole Kessel
  Great work, Kelly! Your allowed to enter it into either category. Personally I would choose digital darkroom, though. Mainly because of all the work you put into it.


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September 30, 2005

 
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  I go with Terry....crop it, put the eyes in the upper left power point and maybe throw catch-lights in the eyes...people....:-)

Bob


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September 30, 2005

 

Kelly Plitt
  Thanks to everyone for your great suggestions! I've decided to keep it in digital darkroom category. I think the change from the original is drastic enough to warrant it, even if you only consider the face - especially with the skin tones and eyes - lots of manipulation there too!

Best wishes to everyone! -Kelly


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