Unexpected Jem - DPChallenge Forums

Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

08/30/2005 10:51:17 AM · #1

I finally finished editing pictures from my friends wedding, and I found this unexpected Jem. She was pulling her train around to hold off the floor for the first dance. There were people in the background whom I removed, and I desaturated the pic...

I'd be interested in what you guys think. I have a possible job opportunity as a photographers assistant for weddings, bar/bat-mitzvahs, etc...and granted I wouldn't get to TAKE the pictures, Eventually maybe I will.

Any feedback would be appreciated.

downtherabbithole

Canon EOS-30D

08/30/2005 10:53:50 AM · #2

watch how you convert to black and white. this would be so much more beautiful if done with something besides the desat. just google black and white photoshop plug ins

Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM

08/30/2005 10:57:59 AM · #3

Originally posted by gi_joe05:

watch how you convert to black and white. this would be so much more beautiful if done with something besides the desat. just google black and white photoshop plug ins

noted. I'll do that when I get home from work.

Thanks

And Thanks, Skiprow for the comment on my pic.

Skip

Canon EOS-1D X

08/30/2005 11:03:41 AM · #4

you're welcome!

btw, i just asked another wedding photographer:
BIG QUESTION: what technique do you use for bw conversions?
ANSWER: Image - Mode - Lab Color. Then in channels click on Lightness. Do your edits and convert to grayscale. I find this way gives me the greatest range of lights and darks."

Nikon AF Nikkor 50mm f/1.8

08/30/2005 11:31:04 AM · #5

Originally posted by skiprow:

Here is the re-edit with Skiprow's advice.

Thanks, once again. It looks a lot better.

Stephanie

pcody

Canon PowerShot G6

08/30/2005 11:43:00 AM · #6

The pov is outstanding. I like the first edit better. It looks like it has a better tonal range. The second looks a bit washed out. It's the print that matters the most. Have you printed both to compare them?
Edit to add: The reason I like the original is because the satin displays it's sheen much better and the needlework is more obvious. In the second one the satin looks like it's has a matte finish.

Message edited by author 2005-08-30 11:50:16.