This is my Grandmother and her dog Queenie. They've been together 14 years and are practically inseperable. Although this type of photograph is a departure from my usual subjects, it is very special to me personally. I hope you'll like it too.
Even though this challenge is running under Expert Editing rules, I didn't go beyond the Advanced Editing rule set on this image.
PP included: straighten horizon, crop, desaturate, duotone, levels/curves, color balance, selective color, dodge/burn, healing brush, sharpen, save for Web.
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How sweet. It's a shame our dogs don't live a little longer. The relationship between a dog and his master is so special. I have had to say goodbye to several canine companions in my life time. But they wear out and we have to open our hearts to love a new friend. :)
Love it. They both look so serious, yet the friendship there is very apparent. Technicals are excellent, but it's the humanity of the shot that makes it so good.