Giraffe

I used the fractalius filter w/ the Topaz Simplify filter (buzz). I left the green at the bottom as kind of an anchor(any thoughts about that would be appreciated) I liked the open mouth chewing pose. I had to hand paint the eyes as the orig. eyes were too dark IMO. Layer mask to bring in some detail and I changed the blending mode to lighten. Orig. image taken at the Miami Zoo.

Nice image and application Denise.

I would clone the LRC to blend with the rest of the bottom, if it were mine. But ...

Your image ... your vision.

Would also be nice to see a little more of the left eye!!! :D :D (H.A. that is) :D

I love this one! Agree about the chewing - it adds a lot to the whimsical nature of the image. You did a great job on painting the eyes. Wow! I like the green just like it is, but wonder how it would look totally without it??? It might be a bit too stark? I dunno.

Patti

I like this effect from the fractalius. Fantastic chewing pose. Great job with the eyes.

Love the effect and pose here, Denise! :) I like the green on the bottom, but I don't care for how it falls off at the LLC. Maybe try cloning a little to eliminate that curving off.

Sort of has a High Key effect. Nice capture to begin with and nice PP work. The subtle colors are very nice.

Thanks folks for the feedback. I appreciate it.:)

Love this one, Denise! It is rather whimsical and the fract is perfect IMO. Only thing I see might be a little more room below his mouth - it feels a tiny bit tight at the bottom.

I like it. The green does act as an anchor. Love the mouth. Good job on the mouth. Beautiful colors and glow. I wouldn't change it.:)