Yesterday I downloaded the Art Creations Friday challenge image, a gorgeous texture. Today I took a few pictures of Tippi with my new iPhone. And this afternoon I decided to combine the challenge image with one of those iPhone images; results, above.
The technique was not complicated. First, I squared off the photograph of Tippi, then made some curves adjustments, lightened the photo and boosted the contrast. I then made some additional colour adjustments, just minor ones, using the Color Balance command. Next, I applied the Pioneer Woman's Vintage action and brought the opacity of that down to 80 percent. I then placed the ACF texture on top and chose the Saturation blending mode at 100 percent. Lastly, I merged the layers together and used a clipping mask I found online (unfortunately, I don't remember where) to soften the edges and round out the corners.
I have been under the weather for the past couple of days; possibly a mild case of food poisoning although I suspect a glass of merlot I had Wednesday night is the true culprit. Today is better although not yet normal; it was good to have enough energy/concentration to get in some photoshopping!
10 comments:
what a cute dog!!! great picture!!
Superb pic!
Hope you feel better soon. The image of Tippy is lovely.
Tippi is adorable and is a wonderful addition to the ACF background. You made a beautiful digital piece. Hope you are feeling ok again. I don't think merlot would still have an effect 3 days later. Must be something else.
great headshot!
What a lovely dog, wonderful picture!
Oh wow so darling dog.
Absolutely great.
What a lovely dog!!!!!
That looks great!
Sweet pup, great way to use the background!
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