This image was modified in CS4 with a number of filters, some of which are only memories in cyber space. But basically, it consisted of a Radial Blur, Surface Blur, Accented Edges and 3D in PS4. Additionally, I applied Topaz Infocus and Selective Color. Thought it was fitting as it appears to come out of the box! :)
Graphic and interesting Mark. I like your OOTB thinking on this one. I'm not fond of the color combo for the frames even though you usually pull them from the image, these colors don't work for me. But it is your vision:)
Thanks all for viewing and comments. Appreciate it.
Understand your vision. When I did it, it just flowed to that and in my view, the colored "walls" of the frame are part of the vision/subject. The 3D gave that feel and so I went with it. The original "walls" prior to the 3D effect were just a flat band on the outside, which I was thinking might be interesting in itself, but when I hit the 3D filter, it cmae together for me. There are quite a few 3D options to choose from and this is one of the first I've tried with this particular filter option.
But again, I understand your vision and appreciate your comments to that effect.