Photoshop filters

72doug2,2S · 72doug2,2S's Garage

I had a couple of filters on photoshop today. First let me say I know nothing about art and second I know even less about photoshop. So, although that statement is 100% accurate............. I think I like these. I really do.

THIS FILTER IS CALLED FRESCO

THIS FILTER IS CALLED WATER COLOR

So, Do you like either of these? Which do you like best?

ORIGINAL PHOTO

nameisbauer · nameisbauer's Garage

All filters on photoshop have "levels" and like most things should be used in moderation. I would turn down the levels on either filter. I think adjusting the lighting, hues, contrast, contrast, on the unfiltered photo will do wonders.

Christien · Christien's Garage

Most of these types of filters are way overused and, at least to my eyes, look hackneyed and cliche. Remember the Peter Frampton's "talk box"? I like the original - it's got a hazy look that looks as if it were shot on a really hot, humid summer evening. At most, I'd play with the colour balance to bring the yellows down a bit, but really nothing more.

nameisbauer · nameisbauer's Garage

I just messed with the watercolor, I like yours better than mine. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I like yours more now. Ha.

Old film?

Watercolor?

Old Magazine Scan?

edesign45 · 05-13-2009, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nameisbauer

All filters on photoshop have "levels" and like most things should be used in moderation. I would turn down the levels on either filter. I think adjusting the lighting, hues, contrast, contrast, on the unfiltered photo will do wonders.

Yep, less is more. Starting with a good clear photo also helps. Just have fun with it.