Reflection Play

[Patti Edens]

This is a DAP Chalk photo that I have posted before. I tried out the Reflection tutorial link that Christopher posted. It's fun to play with.

I added a Transform step to the reflection layer and "squished" it up to add more of the tree in the reflected strip. I also did a Filter > Distort > Ripple to the reflection layer. I chose the black background at about 60% opacity.

[denise ippolito]

Hey Patti, I like this. Squished up and all. The reflection looks nice and this was one of my favorites of yours.

[Jackie Schuknecht]

One of my faves too Patti, like it as the OP and this way too. Has a really nice feel to it.

[Dave Phillips]

ditto the ladies.....this is a sweet image.
Good visual impact and very painterly.....nice reflection pp

[Christopher Miller]

Glad you enjoying the reflection link, Patti. :) Very nice work!

[Cheryl Slechta]

Patti, a beautiful painting. I really like the reflection and the vivid colors:)

[Julie Kenward]

I love the technique and the final effect but I reall wish I could see more of the reflection at the bottom - it feels more 3/4 top - 1/4 reflection and I'd love to see it more 2/3 top - 1/3 reflection (if that makes sense!)

[Patti Edens]

Thanks much to all.

Julie, Thanks for the suggestion. I think it does look better with more reflection... But I still like the plain old original version best without any reflection.

Fun playing though.

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[Cindy Mead]

great dynamic and bold colors Patti.. I like both versions, they're both very moody :)