A bridge that I came across by accident. There is not really a ghetto or anything like it, but a grafitti artist had painted "Welcome to the ghetto" on the rusted bridge. There was some interesting cobblestone and it had been raining so there was also a puddle that added atmosphere. The black and white treatment with some color added back in with channel mixer, has, I believe, enhanced the feeling of a little forboding.
Adjusted levels and curves, increased contrast, destaurated with channel mixer and adjusted channels in greyscale. Unchecked greyscale and added subtle sepia hue in red and blue channels. Adjusted contrast again, resized, USM (light) and saved. I feel pretty good about this, but as always, DPC is unpredictable!
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I love this... the DOF is great and the composition is very striking - it draws the eye to the graffiti but not before the viewer takes in the surroundings. Your choice of colours and desaturation works perfectly for the mood you're setting with this - excellent work.
I like the way you made this a dark image. It really works for the subject. It's kind of an ugly picture but it totally fits the message. I like this one alot. I hope others get it. 10
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