Painted church alter

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03-15-2012, 06:43 PM
Jim Bridges

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Painted church alter

This is the alter in the painted church in Shiner, Texas. Cropped and converted to B&W...sure looks different in color...:Whoa!:

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03-15-2012, 07:45 PM
Christopher Miller

This is beautiful, Jim. The whole scene is such a seamless blend of art and real life. I like the composition and the tonal range. I'd like to see it in color too.
03-15-2012, 08:30 PM
Jim Bridges

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Originally Posted by Christopher Miller

This is beautiful, Jim. The whole scene is such a seamless blend of art and real life. I like the composition and the tonal range. I'd like to see it in color too.

Chris, I didn't save a color version of this image when I processed it. I'll have to go back and find the file I used and process it...should I post it in this thread or start a new one?
03-15-2012, 09:05 PM
Christopher Miller

Take your time, Jim. You could post it in this thread or start a new one.
03-16-2012, 06:03 AM
Jim Bridges

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This the color version of the OP that Chris ask to see.
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03-16-2012, 08:02 AM
Christopher Miller

It's as beautiful in color as it is in B&W. :S3: Thanks for posting it.
03-16-2012, 09:09 AM
denise ippolito

Jim, Nice job with this one, I like the B&W for this but the color is lovely too. My only thought is that I wish the one (angel?) at the top was included in the composition. That may not have been possible with a single image but maybe a stiched vertical if you get a chance to go back. Very nice and thank you for sharing this.
03-16-2012, 11:50 AM
Jim Bridges

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Originally Posted by Christopher Miller

It's as beautiful in color as it is in B&W. :S3: Thanks for posting it.

Thanks Chris and no problem! I like the color too... the only lens I had with me was 24mm. I could have had a real good time with a long zoom...a good reason to go back for another visit.:bg3:
03-16-2012, 11:54 AM
Anita Bower

I, too, prefer the B&W, which is unusual for me. I like the crispness and clarity. You might consider cropping out the feet and cloud of the top angel. Nicely done.
03-16-2012, 11:57 AM
Jim Bridges

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Originally Posted by denise ippolito

Jim, Nice job with this one, I like the B&W for this but the color is lovely too. My only thought is that I wish the one (angel?) at the top was included in the composition. That may not have been possible with a single image but maybe a stiched vertical if you get a chance to go back. Very nice and thank you for sharing this.

Thanks for the suggestions Denise! The only software I use is NX2 so I can't get too fancy with my processing.:tinysmile_shy_t:
03-16-2012, 05:07 PM
Indranil Sircar

Jim, I like both versions. What I like most about it is the crispness of the overall image with sharp lines. Nicely done!
03-16-2012, 06:40 PM
Steve Adkins

Nice job with this subject, Jim. Thanks for sharing both versions. I agree with Indranil that the crispness is very appealing. :S3:
03-16-2012, 06:55 PM
Jim Bridges

Thanks for the comments Anita, Indranil, and Steve!
03-16-2012, 08:29 PM
Maureen Allen

Really nice, Jim. The color version is beautiful, but I really prefer the B&W because it emphasizes all the subtle details. I too wish you could evict the feet on the cloud :S3:
03-17-2012, 07:30 AM
Jim Bridges

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Here's a version without the feet. I hope I don't get punished for messin' with a +60 year old painting.:eek3:

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03-17-2012, 07:54 AM
Maureen Allen

Looks great, Jim :S3:
03-17-2012, 09:59 AM
Paul Lagasi

Very nice work Jim, good advice given above...I prefer the B & W..thanks for sharing
03-17-2012, 10:22 AM
Andrew McLachlan

Nice work Jim, I too prefer the B&W for this comp. Nice work!
03-22-2012, 04:01 PM
Mitch Carucci

Nice B&W tonality. I think I would vote for it over the color version.