Takennnn wrote: Some reason photos aren't working, I'll try and fix it shortly.
garyrhook wrote: For me, I think you're trying too hard and missing what makes the photo interesting. This is what it said to me (and I will of course remove the image if you do not want it posted). No offense intended of course, but sometimes it's easier to show than described. Well, actually, it's almost always easier. Of course, YMMV.
Nice capture, by the way. You got lucky with the clouds and the add an extra layer.
Stealthy Ninja wrote: Seems like he used layers in PS.
Or brushes in LR.
Select the bird and cut it out in PS. Then adjust the exposure on that layer.
OR use a brush in LR to increase the exposure on the bird.
Stealthy Ninja wrote: Gary's edit nailed it.
garyrhook wrote:
Stealthy Ninja wrote: Gary's edit nailed it.
*blush* Well, golly, I'm glad you like it.
I'll post the LR settings in the morning. No layers, no PS, just edited the jpg from your post in LR 5. I did apply a brush over the bird to enhance some of its aspects.
I'll give you a hint to chew on I turned the clarity down. A lot. Everywhere.
Can I use your image for a tutorial?
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