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Post by blackmutt on Jan 13, 2019 0:52:58 GMT
I am sure I did this the least efficient way, would it work better to use a layer mask? Of course I would have to know how to use layer masks.  I can't remember where I got the night sky - just googled night sky photos. i.ibb.co/BVkrWbC/nightbubble.jpg |
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Post by hmca on Jan 13, 2019 1:35:57 GMT
I like your idea for this Judy and think it looks good as presented. Once you master layer masks you will find photo editing and compositing becomes so much easier. I have no doubt that you can master them once you make it a priority. Here's a simple tut that has gotten some favorable comments. I'm sure Sepiana could point you to some others if you are interested. |
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Post by Sepiana on Jan 13, 2019 1:47:52 GMT
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Post by blackmutt on Jan 13, 2019 2:01:13 GMT
Thank you! I will check these out! I plan to try some more bubbles in the am - supposed to be well below zero and sunny.
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Post by Bailey on Jan 13, 2019 2:16:28 GMT
The video in hmca's post talks about the 3 colours you can use on a layer mask - black, white and grey.
Actually, you can use any shade of grey. This is especially useful when you want to vary the strength of an effect on the layer the layer mask is attached to. Normally I would have the colour swatch panel open and selectively choose different shades of grey to paint over various parts of a layer mask where variation in the layer effect is required.
I also often use a black to white linear gradient on a layer mask. Typically, when adjusting a sky the transition between the sky and below the horizon can be a bit harsh. A black to white gradient on the layer mask from just below the horizon to just above it will produce a softer natural looking transition.
You can also do all sorts of amazing things with layer masks.
hth 
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Post by pontiac1940 on Jan 13, 2019 3:46:19 GMT
Judy Like the marriage of the stars and bubble. You nailed the bubble....large crystals...must have been cold. How many tries did it take or are you charmed? Been too warm here, but looks like cold within a few days and will give it a go if I am here. Thanks. Clive |
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Post by blackmutt on Jan 13, 2019 5:28:51 GMT
Clive,
Took MANY tries! It was about 5 below zero F. I would guess about a hundred tries. It was cold but bright sun and same for tomorrow so, I will try some more! Charmed, not at all. Might try my macro lens. Thanks for the kind words.
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Post by whippet on Jan 13, 2019 19:43:11 GMT
You must have a lot of patience . . . and frostbite by now.
Great picture. |
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Post by blackmutt on Jan 13, 2019 21:23:45 GMT
I am more worried what the neighbor thinks - that older woman blowing bubbles at sub zero temps..thank you for the kind words
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Post by Sepiana on Jan 13, 2019 21:40:03 GMT
Thank you! I will check these out! I plan to try some more bubbles in the am - supposed to be well below zero and sunny. Judy, you are most welcome! BTW, you nailed your composite without a layer mask. Imagine what lies ahead! Looking forward to seeing more bubbles.
In my neck of the woods -- temperature around the freezing point, no sun, and lots of snow (accumulation of over 15 inches).
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Post by pontiac1940 on Jan 13, 2019 21:43:21 GMT
"I am more worried what the neighbor thinks - that older woman blowing bubbles at sub zero temps.." HA HA HA!  Last January I wrote this to my sister-in-law. Surprised the neighbours never reported me for blowing bubbles on the deck when it was -25°C or so. (Clive's finally lost it.😁)
Good luck Judy. Still too warm here.
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Post by blackmutt on Jan 13, 2019 22:28:18 GMT
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Post by blackmutt on Jan 13, 2019 22:29:40 GMT
Sepiana - you can keep that snow!
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Post by Bailey on Jan 14, 2019 0:02:20 GMT
Really nice photos blackmutt Wow......we don't get anywhere that low temperature here. A really, really cold Melbourne winter morning is around 0-2C (32-35F) We're in the middle of summer now. It's 37C (98F) here today 
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Post by Sepiana on Jan 14, 2019 0:05:36 GMT
Sepiana - you can keep that snow! Judy, are you sure? Imagine all the creative possibilities -- composites of snowmen and frozen bubbles! |
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I can't remember where I got the night sky - just googled night sky photos.
Last January I wrote this to my sister-in-law. 