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p.1 #1 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

Late yesterday, I ventured back to the park near my home to capture the last glimpse of color in our area. Unfortunately, I will be away for work during the next three weeks. When I return, it will have disappeared.

As I was on my way out of the park, I noticed the rising moon of Halloween eve.

Here is what it looked like.

Hope you enjoy.

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Modified with more contrast (Simon suggestion), and a bit more sharpening.

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New Revision:

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I have often noticed a degradation of images once I post them to my server. Does anyone else experience this?

Please let me know which one you prefer.

Cheers,
Ed

Edited on Nov 03, 2009 at 04:57 PM · View previous versions

Nov 01, 2009 at 02:44 PM

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p.1 #2 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

You captures some beautiful light here Ed. I love the feel of it. Great coloring especially with these bright reds. Comp works great too.

Nikos

Nov 01, 2009 at 02:48 PM

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p.1 #3 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

nice capture, seems a little flat on contrast

dont expect much fall colour here, just had our first major autumn storm blow through!

s

Nov 01, 2009 at 02:54 PM

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p.1 #4 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

Hi Ed,

Rich and surreal capture with great mood and colors.

Bob

Nov 01, 2009 at 03:09 PM

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p.1 #5 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

I'd be tickled to have either. Great job.

Nov 01, 2009 at 03:42 PM

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p.1 #6 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

Wonderful shot. I prefer the second one with more detail.

Nov 01, 2009 at 03:48 PM

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p.1 #7 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

I personally like first one, Ed.
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Nov 01, 2009 at 04:42 PM

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p.1 #8 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

Love that second one Ed!

V.

Nov 01, 2009 at 05:20 PM

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p.1 #9 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

Ed

Beautiful image, sure doesn't look like any deterioration here in my book, beautiful comps with gorgeous colors and reflection and the added bonus of a gorgeous moon rise.

PS yep Mooresville is still growing sister is still there and wife and I went back there in June of this year.

Ray Still

Nov 01, 2009 at 05:32 PM

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p.1 #10 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

I'm having a laugh at myself Ed. I read your title so quickly I saw "Honeymoon" and when I looked at your post I'm thinking "Ok, where does the wedding fit in here". Self confessed dope!
It's a fine shot. I think you've held the exposure in the shadows really well. Either version suits me

David

Nov 01, 2009 at 05:39 PM

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p.1 #11 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

Hello Ed, a beautiful scene and well captured. I prefer the first one. Actually, I would have said less sharpening, and the contrast increase cost you some cloud detail.

hugh

Nov 01, 2009 at 06:04 PM

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p.1 #12 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

Hey Ed,

Very cool work! Simon's suggestion was great, as #2 really looks good. I had thought the fall leaves area was looking muddy in #1, but you sure fixed that in #2. Now the only thing I would do is to layer mask back in the moon from the original, as it got a bit too blown out with your adjustments in #2.

Jim

Nov 01, 2009 at 11:25 PM

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p.1 #13 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

+1 on Jim's suggestion - that combination of the sky from the first and the trees and waters from the second would be a killer image.

Nice work.

Alan

Nov 01, 2009 at 11:37 PM

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p.1 #14 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

The first for me, Ed. I prefer the more subdued light and hues of the evening. JMHO

I absolutely love the shot, btw. Wonderful color and the moon truly adds a delightful touch to the scene.

Barry

Nov 01, 2009 at 11:47 PM

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p.1 #15 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

Thanks to all for great input. It's always appreciated. I am on the road for the next few weeks, and will play around with this when I get back home.

Cheers,
Ed

Nov 02, 2009 at 10:14 PM

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p.1 #16 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

Great image! I would go in between the two or.., when you increase the contrast make that layer a luminosity layer so that the colors don't over saturate. Excellent work.

Jose

Nov 03, 2009 at 12:33 AM

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p.1 #17 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

I am partial to the first one.
The less-sharp look better fits the great pastels, especially in the reflection

Dan

Nov 03, 2009 at 12:59 AM

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p.1 #18 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

I prefer the first image as well.

Moreover, I'd crop out (or clone out) the reflection of the moon, I find the two moons compete for my attention whereas just the one moon makes for a more tranquil image.

Nov 03, 2009 at 01:36 AM

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p.1 #19 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

ed, looks like you timed it nicely, #1 is for me!

Nov 03, 2009 at 01:39 AM

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p.1 #20 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

That is a beautiful capture. I am also between 1 and 2 for contrast and colours. The second seems a little over the top. I love the mood you caught here.
Ute

Nov 03, 2009 at 07:06 AM

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p.1 #21 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

Very nicely done. The reds are a bit strong...but other than that fantastic work.

Nov 03, 2009 at 07:30 AM

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p.1 #22 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

The second one gets my vote. Your framing is really nice also.

Randy

Nov 03, 2009 at 07:51 AM

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p.1 #23 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

Thank you for the additional critiques.

I have added a third version, which I hope incorporates the suggestions presented here.

I attempted to reduce the reds a tad, and cut back somewhat on the contrast of version 2. Please let me know if it worked.

Cheers,
Ed

Nov 03, 2009 at 05:01 PM

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p.1 #24 · Hallowmoon + Revision(New)

Hi Ed ,

On a previous hasty viewing I had thought that the second version was a tad over-cooked , and that even the first version would benefit from a touch of desaturation . The latter view is a purely personal taste , and I will happily settle for the third and final(?) version now presented !

Great composition and interpretation , too .

Nov 03, 2009 at 05:34 PM


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