Susan Pellegrino
December 2024 - Christmas Bus
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About the Image(s)
I went to see an equestrian event in Ocala, Florida this week, not realizing they’d be all decorated for Christmas. Now I’d like to go back in the evening to see everything lit up. More of a snapshot than a well-composed photo, but my most fun shot on my camera roll for the past month.
Edits: First fooled around with the “remove” tool in the native iPhone app. Then into Snapseed where I selectively brightened the rear of the bus, cropped, and added some HDR.
6 comments posted
Fun/playful image. Not sure exactly what it is . . . but it's interesting. To my eye - you may have added a bit too much "HDR" or saturation - the original needed to be brightened for sure - and I like the exposure (brightness) of your edit - but the HDR effect could be dialed back. Just my two cents - a matter of preference. Posted: 12/06/2024 16:37:38
This was at a Christmas display. I guess because it was so cartoony, I wanted the effect (HDR) to be a bit exaggerated as well. Posted: 12/13/2024 16:16:14
A good one for the season, Susan. You certainly did make it "pop". Steve makes a good point about just a tad more than optimal, perhaps. Posted: 12/08/2024 23:27:45
That was the effect I was going for, though. Kind of over-the-top with this silly Christmas van (that you can get inside of). Posted: 12/13/2024 16:17:45
Susan, this reminds me of the old VW vans. Good job of taking a picture of someone's imagination! Wishing you and your family a Blessed Christmas.. Posted: 12/13/2024 15:19:06
Thanks, Ruth. You too! Posted: 12/13/2024 16:18:13