Since I don't have PSE I can't advise you on any of the specifics.
Chuck Norcutt
Jim Nichols wrote:
> Chuck,
>
> Thanks for the suggestions. I tried a little of that last night and it
> shows promise, though, with the many interacting leaf and stem outlines of
> this particular image, I had a hard time limiting the captured parts to
> those that I desired to capture. With something like a single bloom standing
> alone, it would have been quite easy.
>
> I'm still not clear on what options I have once I capture the parts that I
> wish to modify. Other than a "fill" command, I did not discover a clear
> path to making modifications to the captured area.
>
> Jim Nichols
> Tullahoma, TN USA
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Chuck Norcutt" <chucknorcutt@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: <olympus@xxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 7:02 AM
> Subject: [OM] Re: Impressive Image, E-510 and 14-54 Lens
>
>
>> I don't know what Moose actually did but, knowing Moose, I'm sure he
>> used layers to do it. However, I'm also sure that what was done (or at
>> least a similar effect) can be accomplished without layers. I'm sure
>> that PSE must support the "lasso" tool for selection. Just use the
>> lasso to select the background parts of the image and then reduce the
>> brightness and contrast of the background followed by applying a little
>> blur.
>>
>> When using any of the selection tools you start by making an initial
>> selection which you can then refine by switching the mode to either add
>> or subtract from the initial selection. Since many parts of the flower,
>> leaves and stems are bordered with black the selection does not have to
>> be very precise. But where the lighter brown and gray bits touch the
>> flower parts be sure to include all of the lighter bits in the selection
>> or the transition points will be obvious after you reduce brightness and
>> contrast.
>>
>> Chuck Norcutt
>>
>> Jim Nichols wrote:
>>> Moose,
>>>
>>> I have not attempted to master the "layers" capabiltiy of PS. In my late
>>> 70s, my life is complicated enough without learning all of the new
>>> tricks.
>>>
>>> I agree, your work on the background is definitely an improvement.
>>>
>>> Thanks for looking, and for your suggestions.
>>>
>>> Jim Nichols
>>> Tullahoma, TN USA
>>> ----- Original Message -----
>>> From: "Moose" <olymoose@xxxxxxxxx>
>>> To: <olympus@xxxxxxxxxx>
>>> Sent: Monday, May 26, 2008 11:24 PM
>>> Subject: [OM] Re: Impressive Image, E-510 and 14-54 Lens
>>>
>>>
>>>> Jim Nichols wrote:
>>>>> I continue to be impressed with the image quality of the E-510 and the
>>>>> Zuiko 14-54 2.8-3.5 lens combination. This image, which, to me,
>>>>> displays
>>>>> a 3-D effect, was made this morning.
>>>>>
>>>>> http://gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/Lantana01.tif.html
>>>>>
>>>>> Comments and critiques welcomed.
>>>>>
>>>> Nice to see that the E-510 joins the big boys. The 5D often gives a real
>>>> 3D look to flowers.
>>>> <http://www.moosemystic.net/Gallery/MPhotos/Home/Columbine.htm>
>>>>
>>>> I have to agree with Wayne about the background. Edgy bokeh and bright
>>>> spots pull my eye away from the subject. Something like this, perhaps.
>>>> <http://www.moosemystic.net/Gallery/Others/Nichols/Lantana01.htm>
>>>>
>>>> Moose
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