First a layer of Fractalius, reduced opacity. Then several layers of Pixel Bender, spherize; each layer reduced opacity and each layer I made the sphere larger. I erased the original jay from each layer at a reduced opacity. Then back to PS and a bit of playing curves and I fiddled with vibrance & saturation.
p.s. We have a howling snowstorm today and I photographed this jay from inside thru an open window.








