Grape Hyacinth

© Patricia White

Grape Hyacinth

Uploaded: August 10, 2011

Description

This grape hyacinth photo was taken earlier in the year from my garden. Cropped photo, used coffee shop texture-1 color burn at 94%, promenade texture- overlay at 64%, dramatic turbulence ocean(distressed jewel texture) overlay at 71%. Used topaz simplicity on flower only then flattened image.

Exif: F Number: 4.5, Exposure Bias Value: -0.67, ExposureTime: 1/400 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 100.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 7D

Comments

Laura E. Swan level-classic August 10, 2011

Talk about a one of a kind image Patricia! The judges are looking for that sort of originality! I so much appreciate reading how you made this too. Thank you!!!

Love it!
-Laura :)
P.S. Thank you for the sweet comment you made on Patrick's dedication. xo #1400153

Neal D. Hatcher August 11, 2011

Beautiful--With your textures you have created a masterpiece #9596650

Patricia White August 14, 2011

Thanks Neal and Laura. I hope the judges like it. #9603787

Chris Ebben August 15, 2011

I'm sure they will!! You certainly have created a stunning image. Your hard work paid off, big time=^..^= #9605952

Patricia White August 17, 2011

Thanks Chris. Maybe you can tell me what to do so the judges like this photo. #9610868

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