Lotus Pad Closup

[Judy Howle]

I used Topaz filters and Magic Bullet Photo Looks on the image.

[Kerry Perkins]

Hi Judy, I really like the abstract look and the filter effects. You placed the center in a strong position. I believe that a slightly darker black-to-midrange level would make this image stronger.

[denise ippolito]

Judy, Nice abstract look. Kerry makes a good suggestion. The filter effect is different and I never tried it. I do like the placement of the center.

[Judy Howle]

Thanks Kerry and Denise! So you are saying to make the blacks darker in Levels?

[Kerry Perkins]

Judy, that would work or you might also consider using selective color and adding black to the black and gray and even the whites. It is a neat trick to add a little bit of contrast to an image without boosting the highlights.