Ian Ledgard, GMPSA/b, EFIAP/p, AWPF, GPU-Cr5
August 2026 - Peeling paint 97609
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About the Image(s)
This is a shot of the cabside of an old diesel shunter loco which I found on the sidings of a small heritage railway in Cornwall. I thought the peeling paintwork interesting and in Photoshop just used hue and saturation to boost the colours before adding the coloured border to hold things together. As well as the original I have added a shot of the shunter itself.
7 comments posted
(Groups 34 & 81)
Brought the image to life!! Posted: 08/02/2026 16:27:06
Iaan, Yes the final image is quite intriguing. The colors being brought out really help and the red border. work well with this. It took me awhile to find the part of the the original1 where you were working from. Good seeing as the final outcome is quite appealing. I like the streaks and colors you ended up with. Posted: 08/06/2026 19:04:43
Just love your final image Ian. Doesn't rust just make such terrific patterns and colours. The saturation you added did the trick and brought it to life. Posted: 08/07/2026 15:51:47
Ian, This image is beautifully handled. Your rust transfer technique is flawless and a true enhancement of the image. Nicely done. Posted: 08/16/2026 19:00:18
I really like the idea of using some of the engine to enhance a small part of it by blending, as you have done. Your picture is all about texture, decay and the inevitable passing of time. Most interesting. Posted: 08/17/2026 10:30:54
Ian, I do agree with Angela, you've transformed a relatively ordinary image into a bright and interesting one. I like how the rust has been brought out. Very well handled. Posted: 08/18/2026 11:12:17
Interesting. The colors do make it pop! Posted: 08/18/2026 17:04:18