I added a bit of Fractalius and then a Color-efex layer to get some layered colors in the image. I do wish for a bit more head turn BUT...
Taken at Little Estero
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04-05-2010, 10:17 AM
Julie Kenward
That is too cute, Denise! Love the soft yellow at the bottom of the image against all the other colors but that 'crown' on his head is really what made me smile. Beautiful simplicity...
04-05-2010, 11:25 AM
Julie Brown
Denise, like Jules, I think the crown is adorable. :) I also like the reflection in the foreground and how your colors transition into the BG.
04-05-2010, 11:43 AM
Nick Palmieri
Like the water and the crown. May be better with more of an head turn but enough interest as presented.
04-05-2010, 01:14 PM
Paul Lagasi
First chance I've ever had to see a Billy Idol bird up close....nice frac work and effects, lovely colors...TFS
04-06-2010, 07:51 AM
Mark Fuge
Nice image and application, Denise.
Sometimes we just have to take what Mother Nature puts on the plate and do what comes naturally! This one works, without the "perfect H.A." ;) :cool:
04-06-2010, 09:19 AM
Christopher Miller
Very nice image, Denise. Works very well in spite of the HA. Beautiful colors, and I love the headdress! :D
04-06-2010, 09:51 AM
Indranil Sircar
Beautiful composition, Denise. Just love those colors and the fract effect. Definitely a Billy Idol bird:)
04-06-2010, 06:38 PM
Cheryl Slechta
Denise, this guy has "attitude":) I love the pose.