No matter how this one does ... I learned a lot about editing tonight ... masks and also proofing colors for web. Plus, it reminds me of a great trip and I have a score to check again :) More photos can be found here:
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This was probably my most extensive editing I've done for a while. Basically, the whole background was lightened, curves, lots of gaussian blur to make it more dreamlike. Not much work to the carnival lady herself other than some levels and colorshift after web-proofing.
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Very intersting subject. Good timing and control of lighting. The background looks a little too separated from the subject as if it was done in post-processing instead of naturally. The edges around the subject look just a little off.
This is a great shot. the white background really makes the person stand out. The composition is good as well. the only thing that lacks for me is the intensity of the red colour. Maybe some saturation could have helped. Nevertheless, this shot is excellent: 9
This Lady in Red really and truly stands out from the background. Compositionally interesting is that the washed out stark white background really compliments this lady's face which is a white carnival mask. The red and blacks of her costume adds bold vibrancy and really pops off of that stark white (and very cold day I imagine) background.
I would certainly like to see more of your Carnival images. I am doing a show next month at my gallery with the theme of Carnival/Mardi Gras and need several more contributers. PM me please if you are interested. BTW, great image.
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