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Back to School

© Michelle L. Frick

Back to School

Uploaded: September 11, 2008

Description

Kate and Evan heading to the bus stop on the first day of school. Gosh, they are getting BIG!

I applied the Topaz filter to this image and just love the results.

Let us never forget 9.11.01 and what happened that day. I was pregnant with Evan, and Kate and I were home watching Disney (thankfully no coverage on that). My husband was traveling on business and couldn't get home for several days. Terrible time to be hormonal, but it all worked out.

Thank you to all the incredible BP photographers who share their talent and visions! Be safe everyone, and peace be with you all.

Exif: F Number: 4.5, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/125 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 1600, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 53.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 40D

Comments

Symona R. Wood September 11, 2008

Sweet capture and great effects! #996647

Sam Britt September 11, 2008

Great color & effects. Terrific image, Michelle. #6441392

Michelle L. Frick September 11, 2008

Thank you Symona and Sam! #6441472

Jillian Danielson September 11, 2008

awwww so cute shell!! #6441488

Michelle L. Frick September 11, 2008

Thank you Jilly! #6441492

Bill Knaps September 11, 2008

I know you will miss your babies Michelle. Very Cute shot. I see Kate is I hope pretending her back pack is too heavy. LOL Bill #6441521

Sheila D. Bottoms September 11, 2008

Amazing results. So beautiful. Winner! #6441525

Michelle L. Frick September 11, 2008

Thank you Bill and Sheila! #6441540

Kristy A. Keene September 11, 2008

Beautiful, Shell! I see a winner in your future!!! #6441571

Michelle L. Frick September 11, 2008

Thank you Kristy! #6441591

Kimi A. Phillips September 11, 2008

Wonderful, storytelling image! #6441606

Michelle L. Frick September 11, 2008

Thank you Kimi! #6441610

Heather E. Lupo September 11, 2008

Hi Michelle! I love the effects that you applied with the topaz filter. I was just looking into purchasing this for CS3 myself... I am loving the effects I am seeing from other photographers! Beautiful job! ~Heather #6441947

Michelle L. Frick September 11, 2008

Thank you so much Heather! #6442070

Jennifer L. Alder September 11, 2008

I love your pov and the treatment here- what a sweet childhood image, Michelle. :) #6442209

Mary E. Lake September 11, 2008

Excellent use of the Topaz Adjust filter. This came out awesome. Isn't it amazing we can remember what we were doing at the time we heard the terrible news that day. I can remember with such clarity exactly what I was doing as if it were yesterday. I guess that day is burned into our memories. God Bless them. #6442228

Mary E. Lake September 11, 2008

Excellent use of the Topaz Adjust filter. This came out awesome. Isn't it amazing we can remember what we were doing at the time we heard the terrible news that day. I can remember with such clarity exactly what I was doing as if it were yesterday. I guess that day is burned into our memories. God Bless them. #6442229

Michelle L. Frick September 11, 2008

Thank you Jen and Mary! #6442336

Jennifer L. Taranto September 11, 2008

those effects are awesome!! I love the way their backpacks match their outfits!!

I was supposed to be in Manhattan with Ashley that day (she was 6 months old). I overslept! #6443316

Michelle L. Frick September 11, 2008

Thank you Jenn!

I'm so happy you overslept!! #6443334

Amber J. Skene September 11, 2008

Great treatment! I am going to have to check out that filter. Just love these results. Great POV. #6443397

Michelle L. Frick September 11, 2008

Thank you Amber! #6443451

Paul Goodman September 11, 2008

wonderful image, as I sadi I love the effect, great work... #6443700

Lorna Shutter September 11, 2008

It seems that more and more people are using this Topaz filter and achieving wonderful results! This image is just beautiful! The colours are stunning and I love the image's artistic look! Excellent work, Michelle! :) #6443781

Michelle L. Frick September 12, 2008

Thank you Paul and Lorna! #6446628

Michael Umbreit September 12, 2008

Shell - Great work with that Topaz filter! Love the results! :) - Mike #6448047

Debbra Bailey September 13, 2008

Fantastic image Michelle! Thank you for sharing the name of the filter - it is awesome! Great job and I appreciate your sentiments :) #6450145

Michelle L. Frick September 13, 2008

Thank you Mike and Deb! #6450274

Dan McConoughey September 15, 2008

Michelle, great shot made really great with the Topaz filter.
I think 09-11-01 was a real shock for us all.
Dan <>< #6459375

Michelle L. Frick September 15, 2008

Thank you Dan! #6459418

Angie Sidles level-classic September 18, 2008

They are SO darn cute!! You are one lucky mama! :-) Love the treatment here...it really works!! Awesome work girl! And yes, I also remember that day as if it were yesterday! #6473374

Michelle L. Frick September 18, 2008

Thank you Angie - they are pretty cute if I do say so myself - LOL!

And, yes on the other count too. #6473405

Bill Knaps September 28, 2008

Michelle your little girl is so cute in this on I must come back and view it every so often. Must have my wife come look at it. LOL Bill #6526047

Michelle L. Frick September 28, 2008

Thank you Bill! I love this one of both kids. I have it already as a 5x7 and got multiple copies to give to grandparents as well. I'm thinking of blowing it up even more and having it framed. I can't believe how big my "little ones" are getting. I know it's great to have them grow towards independence, but it sure is hard as a Mommy to watch them go knowing it's only a matter of time before they're really grown. #6526051

Reynaldo D. Reyes level-classic October 17, 2008

Wonderfully presented with great effects. It's amazing seeing them grow up here at BP Michelle! #6615277

Michelle L. Frick October 17, 2008

Thank you so much Reynaldo! #6615534

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