Cindy Smith
February 2025 - “Infinity” Chihuly Glass
About the Image(s)
I was backing up images, and I ran across this one. This is Chihuly glass. It is absolutely beautiful. There was an exhibit at Crystal Bridges in Bentonville in 2017. Using Canon EOS 5D Mark III, Canon 24-70 lens at 58mm; ISO 1250; f/4,5; 1/250 seconds. I named it “Infinity,” as when I cropped it, I couldn’t see the beginning or the end. Post processing in Lr??”slight contrast, dehaze, and sharpening.
7 comments posted
I hope that you don't take this the wrong way but my strong personal opinion is: I think that if you are going to photograph someone else's art, you must do something to make it your own (do an abstract of a part of it...make a composite or double exposure or ICM.)I am stubborn on this, not everyone would agree.
This image is, however very sharp and the colors are nice. Posted: 02/03/2025 23:00:51
This image is, however very sharp and the colors are nice. Posted: 02/03/2025 23:00:51
Will, thank you for your comments. I am just now learning Ps, and I may try to take this and "make it my own." I have been trying to back up all my images, and not without some issues, so when I saw this (and I was up against the end of the month), I chose this one. Thank you. Posted: 02/04/2025 02:07:21
Will makes an interesting point that I had not considered; I've heard that before in other settings and is worth considering when photographing artwork. I like that he suggests creative options to make it yours/more interesting.
Your image is sharp and well exposed. When I looked at the image - I was distracted by some of the out of focus elements/colors in the background. I tried to isolate the main structure (attached). Not sure if it's better or worse - my personal preference on shots like this is simple/clean.
Glass is such a great subject to photograph!
Posted: 02/04/2025 10:17:55
Your image is sharp and well exposed. When I looked at the image - I was distracted by some of the out of focus elements/colors in the background. I tried to isolate the main structure (attached). Not sure if it's better or worse - my personal preference on shots like this is simple/clean.
Glass is such a great subject to photograph!
Posted: 02/04/2025 10:17:55
Stephen, yours is better Posted: 02/04/2025 12:23:49
Both Will and Steven have given you good advice. I like what Steven has done.
Do not give up on Photoshop. Take it one step at a time and remember that Layers and Selections are your friend. If you use a new layer for every step of processing, Photoshop is non-destructive and allows you to easily go back and make corrections. It will also allow you to go back to the beginning and start over again. Posted: 02/04/2025 16:43:16
Do not give up on Photoshop. Take it one step at a time and remember that Layers and Selections are your friend. If you use a new layer for every step of processing, Photoshop is non-destructive and allows you to easily go back and make corrections. It will also allow you to go back to the beginning and start over again. Posted: 02/04/2025 16:43:16
Thank you all for your comments. Chan, I have a friend who really explained layers to me in a way that I could understand. I had taken one of the PSA classes, but the instructor was in Singapore, so my questions were not answered in a timely fashion, and he NEVER explained layers or WHY I was supposed to do what he told me to do. So I have a better understanding. I haven't tried anything again, but I will. Posted: 02/04/2025 18:29:05
Cindy...very nice image. I like the sharpness and the effect of the light through the glass. Will and Steven have given good advice on this. Photos such as this allows you to experiment and focus on your artistic vision for the final product. Well done and thanks for sharing! Posted: 02/04/2025 22:37:36