Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Before and After


beforeafter
For this photo I felt that the actual flower's color was too bright so I wanted to soften it. I first clean the photo up by adjust contrast levels etc. Then I added a light pink texture to it. I then wanted to add some warmth so I added in some sun flares and bokeh textures and used the warm action from PW then I used the coffee shop's sweet bakery glazes action to soft the colors and blend it together. I then sharpened it, reduced any noise, added my water mark and was done.
What do you think?

*by the way... the first linky for TEXTURE THURSDAY I am hosting is up! I hope to see you all there. ;)
 texture thursdaybeforeafterand then, she {snapped}

 


 
by Unknown at 10:33 PM
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17 comments:

  1. PhotographyMar 2, 2011, 11:56:00 PM

    It's so soft and lovely!

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  2. SKCPhotosMar 3, 2011, 6:52:00 AM

    A beautiful before and a gorgeous after. Well done.

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  3. R and J StudiosMar 3, 2011, 8:48:00 AM

    love the coloring of the edit. come on spring!!

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  4. Excellent ParentMar 3, 2011, 9:03:00 AM

    both super pretty!

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  5. LisaMar 3, 2011, 9:35:00 AM

    I agree, they are both lovely. The first bright and crisp, the edit soft and dreamy.

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  6. Kristen LaudickMar 3, 2011, 9:51:00 AM

    So pretty!

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  7. Angel RogersMar 3, 2011, 11:52:00 AM

    Very soft, gracious tones in the edit. I like it!! Good work!

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  8. Scrappy GramsMar 3, 2011, 3:16:00 PM

    Having old eyes, I am drawn to the brighter image. But I am fascinated about how you played with it to soften it.

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  9. UnknownMar 3, 2011, 8:21:00 PM

    I love the softness of your edit!

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  10. Jill G.Mar 3, 2011, 9:48:00 PM

    I love the dreamy, sun-drenched look of the edit (but the original is gorgeous as well!).

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  11. DeborahMar 4, 2011, 12:21:00 AM

    So pretty, Audrey!! I love the softness, and the tones you ended up with in your 'after' image! The sooc is amazing as well! This is my first time in the Before and After challenge, and the first time visiting your site! I'm enjoying all of the entries! I would love to check out your Texture Thursday's, too! I really enjoyed reading your 'about me' page. Sounds like you're in a good place, and blessed!! I went through some difficult times, myself, but now, our family is growing stronger every day! Don't ever stop believing!! Take care, and have a great weekend!

    ~ Deborah
    http://borneimagephotography.blogspot.com
    borneimagephoto@gmail.com

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  12. AnonymousMar 4, 2011, 8:49:00 PM

    Mmh - I definitely love the softness.

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  13. UnknownMar 5, 2011, 7:42:00 AM

    So pretty, I host a texture challenge too. Check out Texture Twist every Sat. I'm going to add yours to my photo challenge page!

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  14. Gardening in a SandboxMar 5, 2011, 9:30:00 AM

    Very pretty edit.

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  15. rachelMar 5, 2011, 1:30:00 PM

    It looks great, Audrey! I am always looking for new actions to download and now I may have found some!

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  16. BransonMar 7, 2011, 4:16:00 AM

    I think this is lovely!

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  17. Branson @ Reflection of SomethAug 4, 2011, 2:13:00 AM

    I think this is lovely!

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