Egyptian Blue
Uploaded: November 14, 2018 | Entered: November 14, 2018 18:00:18
This bluejay, shot in the same light as the iron feeder, was added to the scene using a special masking and blending technique taught by Jai Johnson. I grounded the bird by using a burn brush to create shadows beneath the feet and talons. Background textures were chosen to mirror the light/shadow of the original images and add visual interest. Topaz Impression provides the finished work with a painterly look.
Category: Digital Composites (Techniques)
Aperture: 5.63
Shutter Speed: 8
ISO: 320
Teresa Burnett November 14, 2018 1
So beautiful, Joanna! Your post processing makes your images all beautiful art pieces! #1717379Joanna Kovalcsik November 15, 2018
Teresa, thank you so much for those kind words!! :o) #11737035Martha R. Mazon November 15, 2018 1
Incredible work, Joanna! Thank you for explaining your complicated technique! The results are fabulous. #11737054Joanna Kovalcsik November 15, 2018
You're most welcome, Martha... thank you for the encouragement!! :o) #11737060Leslie McLain November 15, 2018 1
Beautiful capture and digital darkroom work, Joanna. #11737152Joanna Kovalcsik November 15, 2018
Leslie, much appreciated-- thank you! :o) #11737165Irene Colling November 20, 2018 1
Excellent work Joanna. #11738057Joanna Kovalcsik November 21, 2018
Thank you kindly, Irene! :o) #11738063Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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