>>> ENTRY THREAD – DSS Challenge #4 (Photo Filters)

Greensquared

DGrin Photo Challenge #2.4

Welcome to round 4 of the new DGrin Challenges. This challenge is open to any dgrin member. It will run from Monday, July 14, 00:01 (12:01am), NYC time (GMT -5) to Monday, July 28, 00:01 (12:01am), NYC time (GMT -5).


The topic ready for your interpretation: Photo Filters.

OK guys, this one is more of a requirement than a theme. It will help you practice another tool for your photographer's toolbox and the actual subject matter is wide open. Filters, whether used on/in camera, or in post processing, can assist in achieving spectacular results and a unique look. Show us how subtle yet effective they can be, or go completely hog-wild. The choice is yours. A word of caution, however, using filters arbitrarily can lead to a confusing message within your image. Put forethought into it and show us some finesse!

Your Judges:

Greensquared
KurtPreston

This thread, is the one into which you post your entry. Remember, 1 entry per person, and the photo must be fresh, taken during this contest period. Entries must have exif embedded or appended. Click here and here for help. Photos entered without proper exif showing a clear shot date will be disqualified.


Please read the DGrin Challenge Rules.
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Llywellyn

Honey Do


Warming filters, Gaussian blur, high pass


EXIF

JAG

Guardian of the Flame

EXIF


This is a combination of two images of the wasp found HERE. File names with number 4779 and 4778. A zero>iridium filter was applied.

Rockporters

Head On



Tonal Contrast Filter

EXIF

Pat664422

Subtle Colors
***MOD EDIT: This image was DQ'ed, does not comply with the rules (EXIF shows image taken outside of the required timeframe).***




A circular polarizer was used to bring out the color at the base of the waterfall.

EXIF:
http://patspix.smugmug.com/photos/newexif.mg?ImageID=334278574&ImageKey=jj4ye

photosbyDan

Residential Reflection
tonal contrast filter used to bring out the clouds and texture in water


EXIF:
http://photosbydan.smugmug.com/photos/newexif.mg?ImageID=334200181&ImageKey=YaSws

pipilio

Magnolia



Used dry brush filter to alter image, also adjusted contrast and brightness

http://pipilio.smugmug.com/photos/334115307_YuzUV-M.jpg

mycaptures

Beautifully Shy


EXIF

I used a muted red filter and overlay filter and sharpened her eyes.

Bendr

Thirsty?



EXIF

pyroPrints.com

Invisible Light Captured



Model E-510
Filter: Infrared
Date/time original 7/21/2008 7:51:35 AM
Shutter speed value 4.000000 s
Aperture value f/3.5
ISO speed ratings ISO 100
Focal length 18 mm

ellarue

Decrepit
***MOD EDIT: This entry was DQ'ed, does not comply with challenge rules (no borders).***

[/B]Here's my entry. It's my first and I'm really excited about competing in this contest. I REALLY want the 40D as I am a photography student and am SOOOOO poor!

I used some TTV filters and masked the the layers to create more detail and contrast.

davev

Self portrait.

Title: Polarized

Filters
Polarized sunglasses,
PS filters Diffused Glow and Gradient map.

EXIF

Link to non-filtered photo.

richtersl

Vintage View


Yellow/Green Polarizer + PS Gaussian Blur Filter + PS Sandstone/Aged Paper Texture Filter

Link to exif

Link to original

douglas

The Naked Sniper



EXIF

raptorcaptor

Bittern to Bits!



Radial zoom blur!

fashiznitsngrins

Still Waters
R72 IR Filter with Polariser, Curves, Noise Reduction and "Satin Steel" Filter

Nikolai

Filter Math: NC17 + ND10 = PG13



EXIF:
Date Taken: 2008-07-19
Camera: Canon EOS 40D + EF-S 17-55/2.8 at 28mm
Exposure Time: 1/250
Aperture: f/4.0
ISO 100
2xAB800 + PW, green and red gels, 40 degree grids
ND10 as the gobo;-)
Partial green overlay in PS.

dadwtwins

***MOD EDIT: This entry has been DQ'ed, does not comply with Challenge rules (no watermarks).

Used a (2x)ND filter to prolong the shutter speeds. This helped achieve the motion blur as well as the DOF.

VisualXpressions

"Rodeo Clownin' "
Filter: The "Dave Hill" Look...

jko

w h o l e h e a r t e d n e s s

Travis

Haven


EXIF for the original image - Merge to HDR lost EXIF data in final output

samsplace

Lillies
A Warming & Circular Polarizer Filter


http://samsplace.smugmug.com/photos/newexif.mg?ImageID=334075075&ImageKey=vG8Hc

VelvtRide

Wade in the Water


EXIF

Filter: Liquify

The Curious Camel

Orange colored glasses...



http://thecuriouscamel.smugmug.com/photos/newexif.mg?ImageID=336608852&ImageKey=wWK9Y






Original:http://TheCuriousCamel.smugmug.com/photos/336609558_yChvw-M.jpg

jrnylst

Night Lights


EXIF:
Skyline - D300, 60mm Nikkor lens, F2.8, 60th, ISO 3200, 7/18/08, 5:12 AM MST
Moon - D300, 300mm Nikkor lens, F4, 1000th, ISO 3200, 7/16/08, 8:30 PM MST
Image sandwich, Glowing Edges filter

Antonio Correia

Cross

EXIF
What have I done ? Well, I played a little with the filters in CS3 after exporting the TIF file from Lightroom.
Then back to this program to make some adjustments and here I am.
I couldn't do again an exact reproduction of the above picture.
It is unique. A masterpiece !rofl

gembobs

Ok, this is my first go at a Dgrin challenge, and it just happens that I had a photo I had already processed and fits perfectly with the current challenge!

Ok, this shot is called Postcard from Murano:



Exif

A little background to the photo:

Taken 17th July in Murano near Venice. When I processed it, the weather had been unkind (and my lack of skill!), and it just wouldn't pop like I wanted it to. So I decided to apply a brush stroke filter, I opted for the spatter effect, and am pretty pleased with the outcome, especially when I think the original is almost fit for the bin!

Here is a link to the original shot:

http://gembobs.smugmug.com/photos/336824191_bx2Lw-L.jpg

Jwill

Golden Voyage


Composite image
No physical filters available, so I made one by pouring honey over my lens to shoot the background. The bee was sharpened some and added.


Exif data
Background
http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii285/Mrjwill/EXIFbg.jpg
Bee
http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii285/Mrjwill/EXIFbee.jpg

Tango

Toroweap Vanishing Point Grand Canyon



EXIF

requested info: warm, ps orange, & sepia overlay @ low opacity, and selective

tamplum

DragonFly Adventures



Texturizer- Sandstone Filter

exp: 1/500
f 5.6
ISO 400
Focal Length: 300mm
Flash Did not Fire

shatch

Evening Harvest


Exif
Taken: 2008-07-22
Exposure: 1/20
Aperture: f/5.6
ISO: 400
Focal Length: 10mm