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Golden horse

Postby Willy wombat on Sun Jul 06, 2008 2:55 pm

A golden coloured sea horse from a recent dive. Have darkened the BG a little to bring out the subject, using layer mask. Its always hard to know if you have gone overboard with this. What do you think.

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Re: Golden horse

Postby zafra52 on Sun Jul 06, 2008 8:21 pm

I think it is an excellent portrait
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Re: Golden horse

Postby hrpremier on Sun Jul 06, 2008 10:24 pm

I dont think you've gone overboard on the picture at all. Underwater photography can be tricky to master so well done on a good result

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Re: Golden horse

Postby surenj on Sun Jul 06, 2008 11:27 pm

Looks very natural.not overdone at all!
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Re: Golden horse

Postby Matt. K on Sun Jul 06, 2008 11:50 pm

A pensive study. She seems to be troubled. Your technique is wonderful because this type of photography is difficult. Well done!
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Re: Golden horse

Postby wheels on Mon Jul 07, 2008 2:40 pm

There are others far more qualified in this style of photography than me but I know what I like and I like that. :D
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Re: Golden horse

Postby ATJ on Mon Jul 07, 2008 4:15 pm

Steve,

I think you have achieved good separation from the background. It is a pity the fish's head isn't turned just a little bit more to the camera, but I know how difficult it can be.
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