Here's something I cropped out of a larger image & adjusted some in PP.
I've got my own opinions, but I'll leave 'em out & just be open to whatever y'all have to say :)
Meet Grace:
David Milisock said:I like Michaels interpretation also, a harder (more contrast) look with a crop to accent the attitude and a tad more red. I tend toward a more soft look and not knowing what gray the cats fur is I opted for a warmer gray.
I think you're right, and her color is tricky. It's basically a fairly even light gray, but it changes so much with the light playing off her contours that it is capable of looking smooth, shiny & light to dark, fuzzy & soft all at once.
Personally, when I consider the original shot I think it has issues... her head looks like it's cocked to the side a little funny to me, & her ears are cut off. So cropping is partly compensating for a less than ideal original. But I also like the dramatic effect the tight crops give.
I'm learning a lot from this thread, analyzing the different crops & color treatments & comments, so thanks again.
Andrew said:I'm learning a lot from this thread, analyzing the different crops & color treatments & comments, so thanks again.
It's hard to color correct without seeing the subject. However if these discussions make the learning curve pleasurable then we have been of service.
Donata!
Silvio Win said: Meow!
LOL I love it! I'm going to have to show this one to my wife...