I initially thought I’d try to mimic Picasso, but one layer led to another, and I wandered further away from Picasso into some unknown realm...
I used posterize and Topaz simplify. I then selected portions of the giraffe head and neck and distorted and skewed and liquified some. I removed some of the background and added the third giraffe head and finished with Topaz Adjust/Clarity. After I was finished, I realized the the area on the right is too busy, but I hadn't saved enough versions to go back and correct easily. A project for another day. Thanks for looking. As always, all c&c welcome!
09-10-2009, 07:43 AM
denise ippolito
The effect you created w/ the filters is fantastic. I love the whimsical feel to this. Good job with this!!
09-10-2009, 08:27 AM
Patti Edens
:) This one makes me smile - Whimsical is a great word to describe. Wonderful colors with a sunny, bright mood.
09-10-2009, 10:07 AM
Dave Mills
Hi Cindy, Nice job coming up with a new look.The colors are pleasing with an interesting comp.Nice one!
09-10-2009, 11:04 AM
Cindy Cone
Thank you for your comments. This one was really out of the box for me!
09-10-2009, 05:45 PM
Dave Phillips
super graphic look Cindy....one of your best.
I would be proud to call this one mine.....colors just perfect
09-10-2009, 07:57 PM
Cheryl Slechta
Cindy - great image! I love the colors and esp. the foliage on the right side - they look almost alive:)
09-10-2009, 08:56 PM
Indranil Sircar
Outstanding composition, Cindy. Love the graphic look. Beautiful colors.