I know I've blogged before about Photoshop, and how although it is a great tool, it shouldn't be a substitute for taking correctly exposed and balanced images in the first place. It is, however, the most awesome platform for an artist to play with some fun images. I have been taking online Photoshop classes to learn more about what is possible, and how to go about making just an average image into art.
Take the below image, for example. I recently attended a concept photo shoot entitled "The Miserable Moulin Rouge Dancer." Kasia, the model, is just drop-dead gorgeous (oh those legs!) and she is talented, too - she even made her own dress! This was such an exciting photo shoot - we had two models, and even an MUA (photographer speak for "make-up artist" and hairstylist). Her name was Christin Connell, and she is such an artist with her make-up talent. Check out more of her work on her Facebook fan page HERE
The original image is rough to start with. Off kilter, the wall, stool, and stand from the spotlight are all revealed on the left. It's not a bad exposure, it's in focus, and well-lit. Problem with that is, this is supposed to be a "dark" feeling type of image, and this just isn't going to cut it.
Do you see that errant gold pump by her right foot? Yeah, I do too, and it's a big distractor to the image, so that's gotta go. Then the whole image needs some heavy "burn and dodge" as we say in photographer speak, which is a fancy way of saying "lighten and darken" the image to make it feel more dramatic, and control where the light brings the viewer's eye. Then I sharpen that photo up, add a nice canvas border, stamp it with my signaure, and VOILA! You get the below piece of art - it's not just an image anymore!
I hope you all enjoy a glimpse into my artwork! Give me a call or email me at mtsphotography1@gmail.com and let's talk about making a work of art with your family and/or pets for your wall at home! Check out more of my images on my website at www.mtsphotography.zenfolio.com
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