Friday, June 04, 2010

Tiny pink flower

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After:


I took this photo on May 29, which was sort of last week, but it's definitely the best one I have taken since then... especially considering I haven't taken ANY pictures since then! I was actually photographing some dead flowers out on our deck, when I got distracted by the live flowers right next to me.

I am linking up with Before & After, Photo Story Friday, Simplicity Blog Hop (theme: this week), and YouCapture (theme: your best shot).



EDIT: Since The Mommy asked how I had done this effect, I am adding in a quick rundown of my edits. I don't remember specifics, such as layer opacity, but I'm pretty sure I can recall the main steps.

-levels mask
-flatten
-vintage effect (there is a great tutorial here at Shadowhouse Creations)
-add texture (also from Shadowhouse)
-soft brush to remove texture from flowers
-flatten
-watercolor frame
-flatten
-sign

Done!

10 comments:

The Mommy said...

Gosh! I'm totally in love with this one!
You have to tell how you processed it:)
I can't stop admiring it!

Christy said...

I love the edit! Just wonderful!

Laura said...

That's gorgeous!! I love the sharp focus / depth of field... And I'm loving these borders you do!!! :)

(BTW are your photos getting cut off on the right side or is it just my computer screen??)

Serline said...

Very pretty subject, and even lovelier after the processing... have a blessed weekend!

Bird's Eye View Photography said...

Lovely edit! The framing is beautiful!

monstergirlee said...

Cool editing, really took a nice shot and turned it beautiful. Nicely done.

faith ann raider said...

SO very very pretty! :)

Michelle said...

Great site! Following you from Friend Friday. Feel free to follow me!

Unknown said...

Gorgeous!

Carrie and Troy Keiser said...

beautiful!