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Date Uploaded: May 29, 2008

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 this is probably one of my favorite photos. Although it took me a while to do anything with it.

I love high key b/w so this is a good one for me.

ran through NI
I converted b/w using gradient map.
I think I did a high pass layer using soft light.
dodge/burn areas (added the catch lights)
added border
saved for web

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 06/14/2008 08:44:35 PM
Wonderful conversion from the color version to the B&W. The subject of the photo really pops visually and you have a nice dynamic range of tones. The gleam in her eye and her large doe-like eyes really pulls the viewer in. My only critique is that it could use a little work with the burn tool to give more contrast and definition to the handle of the basket that has blown highlights - also to the define the line of her knee which looks to blend in with the tones of her sleeve a bit too much.
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 06/02/2008 10:35:14 AM
WOW- awesome edit & sweet image !!!!
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 06/02/2008 09:39:15 AM
What a difference you made pp. I think this is simply outstanding and she is so adorable..
Have not done anything in b/w but can appreciate your work..
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 06/01/2008 10:52:36 PM
And there wasn't a challenge going on that you could have shoe horned this in on? What a great black and white! Her face is so smooth, and those big brown eyes almost jump out of the picture. Very nice!
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 06/01/2008 10:48:09 PM
You did a great job! I love high-key B&W :) her eyes really stand out nicely with the enlarged catchlights :)
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 06/01/2008 09:25:22 PM
Awwwwww how cute. Great job with this.
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 06/01/2008 06:01:46 PM
Beautiful shot! I love the softness, yet focus in the right places and the b/w tones.
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 06/01/2008 04:45:04 PM
Great tones!
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 06/01/2008 03:45:45 PM
WOW .. !!!
you've lifted a great child portrait into the realms of EXCELLENT !!!
your processing is spot on .. i cant think of anything that could improve on your edit .. i love the b&w treatment and the high key look .. :)
and OMG . iso 3200 .. where's the grain ??!!
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