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    Julie Kenward
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    Saw this leaf this afternoon as I was walking through a local nature area shortly after a morning rain. I was attracted to contrasting colors and textures but knew I had to make the image when I saw that slice of blue sky reflected in the water.

    Canon 40D, EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro USM
    f7.1 @ 1/50th, ISO 250
    Manual Mode, Pattern Metering
    Handheld, Natural light
    Processed in ACR & CS4 (yes! I said CS4!) :D

    Slight crop, level and curves adjustments.

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    Jules,
    Well seen! I like what you liked about it, and you've composed it well. I'd prefer more contrast, and a darker BG - everythiing above/behind the bowl where the leaf is sitting.

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    Its different Julie and I like it. The soft light looks great.

    I agree with Chris about the bright outer areas. This is 2 second fix.

    The viewers eye will always be drawn to brighter tones. Normally you would want to have the opposite tone distribution.

    Robert

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    Chris & Robert, I agree with you that normally you would want the BG to be darker but is that true in this case? The dry areas will blend in with the wet area if I darken it, won't it? That was my thought anyway...I wanted the viewer to see the dry vs. the wet area. Am I wrong?

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    Jules,
    Here's a quick take on what I suggested. (a masked multiply layer at about 25% opacity, and increased contrast) I think the distinction between wet & dry is still clear. Your thoughts?

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    Hmm, maybe something between the two? Maybe it's just because I am remembering how I saw it and that is closer to the original. I might have to sleep on this one and have a go at it again when it's not so fresh in my mind.

    Thanks for the idea, Chris. I'll play around with it tomorrow!

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    I like the original. Well seen and well presented.

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