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Thursday, September 18, 2014

His Way is Perfect

I enjoy playing around with photography and graphics designing, but don't make time for it near as often as I'd like. I finally sat down to play with some Scripture Photos. This time, I was trying to learn a few things by trial and error with Photoshop's {many} layers. Some of them gave a unique look that I've not used before. So, one picture, three styles (to see them full-sized, simply click on the picture).

Original

Style 1

Style 2

Style 3

Now, I'd like your opinion. Which style is your favorite?

And then, as I'm totally experimenting here, please give your input (if you are or are not a photographer)! Does anything look awkward? Any suggestions? You can be critical - I don't mind. ;)

~*~
"As for God, His way is perfect: 
the Word of the LORD is tried: 
He is a buckler to all those that trust in Him." 
(Psalms 18:30)

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8 comments:

  1. JanellSeptember 18, 2014 at 6:19 PM

    First off, I love the original picture! I'm not crazy about style 1, somehow the coloring looks a little strange, I don't know why. Style 2 is my very favorite, and I like Style 3 really well also. Fun stuff!!! Call me crazy if you want to, but one more thing "bugged" me just a little bit... you didn't capitalize the "P" in Psalms.
    :-)

    You're doing great though, keep it coming and I'll keep criticizing. :-D

    "Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Thy sight, O LORD, my Strength, and my Redeemer." Psalm 19:14

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  2. Amanda TeroSeptember 18, 2014 at 6:56 PM

    Thanks for your honest thoughts, Janell! :)

    Okay, now for more feedback. ;)
    Style 1 - yes, the coloring is strange. :) It is actually a style, but I'm knowledgeable enough to know only that and illiterate enough to know that I don't know WHAT style it is (kind of old-timey). ;)

    Style 2 - My favorite too! I love low saturation. It just has a gentle look - as if a calm assurance of the words of the Psalm.

    Style 3 - I actually like the style of the picture here best, but I didn't care as much for the text on top (it was too dark).

    And . . . I did a lowercase "p" on purpose. I don't know why; I just did it. :) Sorry it bothers you; I like it that way. ;) (cue naughty grin)

    Thanks for the critique! I have two more pictures I'm hoping to work on when I catch the time. :)

    ~Amanda

    "Casting all your care upon Him, for He careth for you." 1 Peter 5:7

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  3. RebekahSeptember 19, 2014 at 5:33 PM

    Hi Amanda,

    I kind of like the first one better, maybe because I kind of like vibrant colors at times. We also use Photoshop, it can be daunting at first, but you get used to it. I like Adobe Illustrator better, it seems like it's less cumbersome to use (for graphic design).

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  4. Amanda TeroSeptember 19, 2014 at 6:33 PM

    Thanks, Becky!

    I like the first one as well in and of itself, but when compared, it's not the one I'd choose. :) I think if I took off the "dust" layer, it would look more natural.

    Hmm . . . I'll keep Adobe Illustrator in mind (my brother had Photoshop already, so saving money here ;)). What type of graphics designing do you do?

    ~Amanda

    "And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;" Colossians 3:23

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  5. AnonymousSeptember 20, 2014 at 9:03 AM

    Hi Amanda~

    Well, as you well know, I'm NOT a photographer, but I know how helpful feedback is, so here is my two cents worth. ;)

    First off, I love the original shot! It amazes me how you photographers get such creative ideas and bring a fresh perspective to life's "common" wonders (aiming the camera at grass blowing in the wind is a thought that never would have enter my little brain ;)).

    Of the three styles, it was a tough choice between Style 2&3 with 3 finally winning out. The richer color and bold "texture" look of Style 3 is what won me over to it. But I love the soft look of Style 2 and thought they both complimented the message of Psalm 18:30.

    Anyway, there is the camera illiterate view for you. ;)The Lord has blessed you with a beautiful talent here and I just think all your photos are lovely!!

    ~ Kenzi

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  6. Amanda TeroSeptember 20, 2014 at 11:57 AM

    Thanks for your input, Kenzi! Sometimes, I think that non-photographers and non-artists give a great perspective from their spectator view. ;)

    Aw, thanks for your encouragement. I don't have a natural "eye" for photography so learning to look at weeds blowing (and which angle to take that picture) has been something I've had to consciously make an effort to do.

    I like the warmth of the third one as well. Though, I guess it's the fact that I worked on all of them that I like them all for different reasons. ;)

    ~Amanda

    "But be ye doers of the Word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves." James 1:22

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  7. Melissa ThomsenSeptember 22, 2014 at 2:16 PM

    Let's see ... I think the second one wins out for me! :-) I like your idea of highlighting certain words by repeating them in the background!! Thanks for sharing these with us, Amanda!!

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  8. Amanda TeroSeptember 22, 2014 at 3:42 PM

    Thanks for your comment and encouragement, Melissa! I'm glad you like it. I've enjoyed looking at your photography work as well. :)
    ~Amanda

    "The Lord is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able, but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it." 1 Corinthians 10:12

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Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer. (Psalm 19:14)