Shaping

Very well done.

i think this credit card shot works better than the other one in your folder. the hands look crisply in focus and the blur of the wheel is definitely there... good job!

I agree the shot is better than the other credit card photo. It's my favorite so far in terms of composition and lighting, but there's a scratch in the negative so it's not of much value to me except as inspiration to try and get another shot this good.

 

As I did the processing I can't really pass the blame, but this was my first roll so I guess I can't complain either.

I enjoy this one, unfortunately a flaw in the negative prevents it

from ever being a fine print, but it may do just fine in this format...

 

comments welcome.

is the scratch on her ring finger? if you have an ICE capable scanner, it should get rid of it. also, you could touch it up in photoshop.

I have the worlds cheapest scanner, all of these scans are from prints as I don't have a transparency adapter either, so no ICE.

 

But your right, I should take out the scratch for the web, I've uploaded a revision. 30 sec with the clone tool in GIMP and no more scratch.

These pictures just never cease to amaze me... The thumbnail drawes you in with a hint of textures, motion, and tones, then the fuller sized version adds the detail of the credit card, the tattoo, and the moisture. Really a neat idea for a series (love to see them in a group of three presented in one frame). Also, thank you very much for your comments and tips, it's an inspiration to continue trying and learning. (though I think I'll go totally bonkers before truly learning how to use "curves".). If you'd like to see it, I added a seperate version of my baby's shot with more fill-flash. regards