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    Funky Hat

    Christal1664882414 commented on Christal1664882414's gallery image in Portrait

    Funky Hat
    Yeah, I guess a little Bohemian.....good description.  He was a nice guy and a great skateboarder!  As I look at this now, I think I need to change the skin tone a bit.  I'll keep working on portraits.  :-)
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    Funky Hat

    Christal1664882414 commented on Christal1664882414's gallery image in Portrait

    Funky Hat
    Yes, actually this was one of my first ever portraits.  I was at photo school, and we were experimenting with lights.  So yes, it was dark, and I honestly can't remember which lights I was using because we were experimenting with so many.  I think I was proud of this because this young many was very shy and introverted, and I was able to get him feeling comfortable in front of the camera.  I appreciate your feedback.  Thanks!  Oh, and cutting off the hat was an intentional artistic decision on my part, tho' I know some won't like it.  :-)
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    House #22

    Christal1664882414 commented on dennisbarnett's gallery image in Uncategorized

    House #22
    Well, this kind of image always gets my attention because I like things that are in a state of disrepair.  But this has an added bonus of vivid colors and contrasting shapes.  I like that the 2 doors are different sizes, which lends even more interest to the shot.  Nicely seen!
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    Detail of Mykonos

    Christal1664882414 commented on hyde's gallery image in Fine Art

    Detail of Mykonos
    You've captured the ubiquitous blue and white of Greece, but in such a creative an unusual way.  I love the many architectural elements, which are mostly linear, contrasted by the gracefulness of the tree.  This is great work!
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    Blown Away!! (can be viewed larger)
    I agree with Tony!  This is one of your best!  Extraordinary!  I'd love to know how you achieved this effect.  I think this should be a strong contender to win!
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    Holcomb Gardens (Please view large)
    Please leave a comment or critique. Thanks!
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    Holcomb Gardens (Please view large)
    Artist: Christal Steele; Copyright: © Christal Steele;
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    Funky Hat

    Christal1664882414 commented on Christal1664882414's gallery image in Portrait

    Funky Hat
    Please leave a comment or critique. Thanks!
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    Funky Hat

    Christal1664882414 posted a gallery image in Portrait

    Funky Hat
    Artist: Christal Steele; Copyright: © Christal Steele;
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    Winter Prismatic
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    Winter Prismatic

    Christal1664882414 posted a gallery image in Fine Art

    Winter Prismatic
    Artist: Christal Steele; Copyright: © Christal Steele;
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    Peninsular bighorn sheep (O. c. nelsoni, AKA cremnobates) ram
    Well, you certainly have more patience than I do! But it was worth it! Great head-on shot!
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    Indianapolis Men's Chorus (please view large)
    Deal! ;-) Seriously, I did at least remember to take a ladder, knowing that as short as I am I wouldn't get the right angle otherwise. I'll have to remember the rake and broom for next time! Thanks so much!
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    Hiding

    Christal1664882414 commented on Christal1664882414's gallery image in Nature

    Hiding
    Mike and Tony, for some reason I like this too. Glad you can appreciate it! Thanks!
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    Emily

    Christal1664882414 commented on Christal1664882414's gallery image in Portrait

    Emily
    Sarah, Mike, Fred, Gail, Radu......well, I guess the bottom line is what my daughter likes, and she agrees with several of you that the white blob doesn't bother her in the least. She said it 'creates interest'. Well, I still prefer it without, so thanks for the suggestions to remove it......a couple of good ones. Fred's crop idea is valid, and as far as using content aware, I could try it. I think I could at least get the one lens looking somewhat like the lens that doesn't have the glare in it. And Gail, we've already spoken, so I'll be curious as to your solution. Thanks, everyone! And I passed on your lovely compliments to my daughter! :-)
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    <p>Irene.....yes, I think we'd like to try to drive from Cody to the east entrance of YNP. We've always come in from the west or north before. So we'll do the Beartooth as a day trip, come back to Cody, and then enter Yellowstone from the east. Thanks for the link to the highway site! I hope you're right about the area receiving less snowfall this year.....otherwise it's possible the Beartooth may not even be open yet. But I'm keeping my fingers crossed! Thanks for your help!</p>
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    <p>Mike, thanks for the picture! You know, as much as we've traveled, I have YET to hit a place that had a sea of wildflowers. We always seem to miss the blooming seasons. Maybe going through so much elevation, we'll hit some area with some wildflowers blooming this June. Thanks!</p>
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    <p>John and David, Well, we'll certainly check on the weather conditions before we go. We'll be there approximately July 2-7, so there could still be a lot of snow up there. I think we've decided for the first time we'll leave the RV at the campground and just drive our truck. Then we can determine for ourselves if pulling an RV is something we want to do next time. Also, it will make it a bit easier to pull off to take pictures. That is the ONLY disadvantage (IMO) to the RV lifestyle. You can't just pull off anywhere to take pictures the way you can (usually) with a car. And I'll just close my eyes for the parts with no guard rails. ;-) Thanks, fellas!</p>
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    <p>David, for some reason it never occurs to me to look up things like the youtube posts. It's so nice of people to do that! Now since I've seen it, I don't have to go in person! TOTALLY JOKING!!! We'll have a truck, and there are guard rails, I see, so this should be fine. I don't think it will be too hair-raising for me. And yes, last time we were in Yellowstone, we got snow and our water line froze on the RV in late August, so I know weather can be unpredictable. Thanks for providing the links! </p>
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    <p>Phil, I see our posts crossed each other since we posted at the same time. :-) I also see that I commented on your portfolio page awhile back and mentioned the RV connection. We're always anxious to share info with other RV'ers......interesting group that they are! :-) I signed up for iRV2 and actually did plan to contact them as well. I don't think I've been on RV.net (perhaps I have....not sure). Thanks for the recommendation. Yes, it's always good to talk to people who have 'been there, done that' with pulling an RV. If you don't mind I'll message you about some RV stuff. Thanks so much!</p>
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    Trees with No leaves and no buds - Candiac (no post processing)
    I love intentional blurs. So you did this in camera? I prefer your first post.....no particular reason. It's just a bit more asymmetrical and interesting to me.
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    <p>John, thanks. Yeah, that's kind of what I was expecting to hear. :-) I understand there are many switchbacks. But are there sheer drop-offs on one side, or do they mostly have guard rails? Or do you remember? And are there places to pull off along the way for photography? </p>
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    <p>Has anyone by chance driven on the Beartooth Highway on the NE side of Yellowstone National Park? And has anyone also happened to have been traveling by RV? We're wondering if it's wise or safe to travel on that road pulling our 30 foot travel trailer. Also, does it just freak you out to drive it? I'm a bit terrified of mountain roads (switchbacks), but mostly only if there aren't guard rails. Can someone describe the experience for me? I'd greatly appreciate it. Thanks!</p>
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    Tim

    Christal1664882414 commented on Christal1664882414's gallery image in Portrait

    Tim
    Bill & Mike.....thanks, fellas. Since Photo.net is the only place I show my work, I thought I'd better start submitting some things that show a wider range of my work, so I'm going to start submitting some personal work. Tony, no Gary Fong. But, I did have a big white foam core panel (6 ft. tall, 3 panels wide) placed to one side. I do, however, have a funny Gary Fong story. I'll email you. Warren, thanks! I'm not sure how much retail photography work I'll do in my retirement because we'll be traveling so much. But I do hope to do some personal portraiture, so thanks for the vote of confidence. BTW, retirement is June 15th! Steve, my biggest disappointment with this job was that all of the work was proprietary. They wouldn't let me sell the work to the guys, and many of them asked. The head of the organization didn't want to take time from rehearsals with orders, etc., and when I said I could do all of that without encroaching on their time, they still said no. Thanks for the compliment though! :-)
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    Hiding

    Christal1664882414 commented on Christal1664882414's gallery image in Nature

    Hiding
    Wondering if this works for you. Thanks!
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