1 More Recital Portrait

Okay, I copied Dennis's instructions but couldn't figure out how to do them, so I did Dave's suggestion - I used the healing brush to rid the backdrop of wrinkles, then I just adjusted the lighting, constrast, and highlights. I couldn't figure out how to darken the backdrop like Dennis did, so this is about the best I can do. I'll only post this one. I pretty much used the same technique on all of them.

This lady was exceptional in her music and is actually a teacher.

 

Thanks Frits! Gotta admitt it was a fun experience!

Thanks Larry! Photo Shop isn't so intimidating after all! Love that Gary Fong sphere too!

 

Thanks Connie! I just told them to dream about their most favorite orchestra inviting them to be a star or "first chair" and on stage. That did it! They all put on a "dreamy smile" I think I'm gonna like photo shop now that I'm no longer intimidated by it! They'll all have their "proofs" tomorrow.

 

WOW, Dennis! Thanks for sending that to me! WOW! I'm gonna save that so I can watch it over and over and practice using it! I had just gotten Elements 5, Capture NX, and had bought Scott Kelby's book on the Elements and really hadn't had a chance to do much yet. And I was scared to death of messing up the photos! I saved a total of 4 copies (2 in RAW). Thanks, Thanks, Thanks!

 

Well do something like I did - since I was shooting recital musicians, I asked them to imagine themselves on the stage of their most favorite orchestra. That pretty much did it!

AMEN TO THAT! I'm saving it too!

Thanks!!!!!! I had fun with it!