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Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

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p.1 #1 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

Searched Google and here, but didn't really find anything like I was looking for (it will require more than surface blur).

I've seen "pin up" type shots, 40's era, that starts with a photo but ends up looking almost like an illustration. The amount of this effect varies somewhat, but that is the overall idea. It looks like a somewhat "photo realistic" illustration, but it starts as a photo.

Anyone here care to share such a technique or have a link that discusses this?

Sep 29, 2009 at 05:34 PM

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p.1 #2 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

Hi Robert

You could consider the Fractalius filter.

This image is copyrighted by the owner

Dick.

Sep 29, 2009 at 06:38 PM

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p.1 #3 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

Dick on Aruba...really, adding your image to another persons thread is not cool.

Start your own thread so as not to intrude on another, person.

A apology is in order.

Jordan

Sep 29, 2009 at 10:32 PM

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p.1 #4 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

jsdill wrote:
Dick on Aruba...really, adding your image to another persons thread is not cool.

Start your own thread so as not to intrude on another, person.

A apology is in order.

Jordan

He was showing an example of what a specific filter can do that was totally relevant to the OP's question. What's wrong with that?

Sep 29, 2009 at 10:42 PM

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p.1 #5 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

Rob Whiting wrote:
He was showing an example of what a specific filter can do that was totally relevant to the OP's question. What's wrong with that?

No..that is an intrusion and presumptive!

He (you?) should start his own thread. Remember this...should you be so inclined.

Jordan

Sep 29, 2009 at 10:55 PM

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p.1 #6 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

jsdill wrote:
Dick on Aruba...really, adding your image to another persons thread is not cool.
Start your own thread so as not to intrude on another, person.
A apology is in order.

Jordan

This picture was part of a post on this forum a little while ago. Its purpose is to be a sample of the filter I suggested. I feel this picture will show enough details to be a valid sample.

If this sample isn't an offense to the starter of this thread, than no harm done. I can't really see why it would be a disturbance to you or anyone for that matter.

Stick with moderation your own posts Jordan.

Sep 29, 2009 at 11:20 PM

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p.1 #7 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

No Dick...you intrude. You have no right to post an image in another thread as you then take over the thread.

If you do not get this you never will.

...stay away from my posts, whatever you have to say.

I will moderate you as I see fit.

Jordan

Sep 29, 2009 at 11:27 PM

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p.1 #8 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

jsdill wrote:
No Dick...
...
Jordan

You show yourself as ugly as your work is beautiful. Can't really be derailed by this for we all humans and the sun rise for one and all. Sigh...all in a days life.

Sep 29, 2009 at 11:37 PM

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p.1 #9 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

jsdill wrote:
Rob Whiting wrote:
He was showing an example of what a specific filter can do that was totally relevant to the OP's question. What's wrong with that?

No..that is an intrusion and presumptive!

He (you?) should start his own thread. Remember this...should you be so inclined.

Jordan

Have a beer and STFU. Talk about an intrusion....

Sep 29, 2009 at 11:42 PM

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p.1 #10 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

sav1977 wrote:
Have a beer and STFU. Talk about an intrusion....

Thanks...imo, you are not qualified to comment.

When were you last in this forum? (rhetorical, and useless of course)

Jordan

Sep 29, 2009 at 11:47 PM

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p.1 #11 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

Anyone here care to share such a technique or have a link that discusses this?

Robert asked for advice.

I believe Dick on Aruba replied in good faith, trying to be helpful.

IMHO, posting a sample technique could be very useful.

I would be grateful for this effort.

Why such hostility here?

Matt

Sep 29, 2009 at 11:54 PM

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p.1 #12 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

Use the talent button.................

Sep 30, 2009 at 12:04 AM

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p.1 #13 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

rhyder wrote:
Use the talent button.................

Huh?

Jordan

Sep 30, 2009 at 12:07 AM

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Sep 30, 2009 at 12:17 AM

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p.1 #15 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

Cool...your image becomes you.

Jordan

Sep 30, 2009 at 12:34 AM

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p.1 #16 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

jsdill wrote:
No Dick...you intrude. You have no right to post an image in another thread as you then take over the thread.

You think Dick intruded and took over the thread?

lets all stop feeding the troll

Sep 30, 2009 at 12:42 AM

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p.1 #17 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

Strange, I have never seen any artwork in this forum from the loudest of you posting in this thread.
You guys teem out of the woodwork for matters that don't concern you at all.

I agree with Jordan.

We had this conversation a few weeks ago when others were posting in my thread.
Dick, you saw that didn't you?

There is a level of civility we are accustomed to in this forum.
And we'd like to keep it that way... those of us who have a reason to be here.

Cheryl

Sep 30, 2009 at 01:55 AM

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p.1 #18 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

Who made you and jordan the forum police? I have as much right to voice my opinion here as you do.

If you want to run a forum by your own rules. Go start your own forum.

Someone asked a question, Dick gave an answer and posted an example. I'm sure the OP didn't mind, why do you?

Geez, maybe there's a reason this is one of the least visited forums on FM, you people are a bit too uptight.

Sep 30, 2009 at 02:08 AM

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p.1 #19 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

So much nastiness here.... I didn't know that there was a qualifier to be here. I haven't seen a test that you have to pass or a level of skill that you have to posses to post here.

Where does this elitism come from?

We know which of you are more skilled than some others... God bless you for your talent ... but aren't we a bit lacking in social graces?

I've had folks post over my work... that isn't the same as offering an example to a question that has been posted.

PS I'm signing off now so take your best shot... but I won't be around to see it.

Sep 30, 2009 at 02:34 AM

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p.1 #20 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

In my experience the image needs a curve that increases contrast (to move closer to a line drawing) and then a posterization that reduces the number of colors in the image. It takes some hand work to take out stray items that are not directing the viewer to your point of interest. I've never seen a single click filter that can accomplish the effect you are looking for, but several used in combination can get you close. Then its how much time are you willing to devote to finish the image.
Please post again if you find something that works for you.

Sep 30, 2009 at 06:09 AM

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p.1 #21 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

jsdill wrote:
rhyder wrote:
Use the talent button.................

Huh?

Jordan

I definiely think this thread had been sabotaged and overtaken, but not by the sample picture. What is the topic again? What an a$$wipe.

Sep 30, 2009 at 07:13 PM

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p.1 #22 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

I love the Hide Me button .. the thread is good again!!!

Sep 30, 2009 at 07:14 PM

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p.1 #23 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

I can only list tools. Not really seen a single program that can automajically mimick an illustration without tweaking the result (maybe I'm too picky; lol). I do try to get the filters/programs to do so, but I always add things to my results. Anyway, for a stand-a-lone, give FotoSketcher a shot. For PS filters, I like Impressionist and Paint Engine (not PE's main site, but this site gives you better insight on how to use it and also links to cool presets). If your comfortable with bitmap to vector conversion and use, you can try Autotrace or better yet, Inkscape (has built in UI for Potrace/Autotrace for converting bitmap to vectors which can be used to create illustrative type renditions). Now all the tools I've listed are free. I'm not sure if I can link professional/commercial plugins, but I see no reason not to mention them (you can Yahoo or Google their sites (I'm a Yahoo guy). Akvis plugins (a variety of them; all good), Buzz (no longer available but check the same site that I linked for Impressionist and you might find it), Virtual Painter, and DAP (Dynamic Auto-Painter).

Now, to those that are regulars here, I do have a suggestion; don't feed the trolls. I refuse to respond to trolls. Ignoring them and placing them on personal s-lists is the only way to chase them away; even if after they decide to post a legitimate post, I continue to ignor them until they apologize for the reason that got them on in the first place (I've rarely had one apologize, but it does happen). I play hardball too by the way, but I usually tell them once that they made my list.

Sep 30, 2009 at 10:20 PM

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p.1 #24 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

lylejk wrote:

Now, to those that are regulars here, I do have a suggestion; don't feed the trolls. I refuse to respond to trolls. Ignoring them and placing them on personal s-lists is the only way to chase them away; even if after they decide to post a legitimate post, I continue to ignor them until they apologize for the reason that got them on in the first place (I've rarely had one apologize, but it does happen). I play hardball too by the way, but I usually tell them once that they made my list.

I find it amusing that someone could side with the "regulars" here, calling people trolls when they point out the the "regular's" ridiculous demands for apologies.

Then they turn around and do the exact same thing that started all this arguing!

http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/819578

Where are the forum police in your thread? Or, are you above the "law"?

Oct 01, 2009 at 07:04 PM

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p.1 #25 · Anyone know how to turn a photo into an illustration?

Not understanding your point Rob. Just stating what I would do to someone that personally attacks me, including regulars. I will add my definition of a Troll. One who critiques non-constructively without giving any pointers or examples as to how he/she would approach a situation. Additional, one who tries to defame or cause additional trouble. Apologies to Robert since this is his thread, but I have to clarify. Other's may define trolls differently, but that's my personal criteria for defining a troll.

Oct 01, 2009 at 08:42 PM


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