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Variations

I am always amazed how one image can invoke different looks and feelings depending on how it is processed. From the original image straight out of the camera to a worked final image, photographers today have a vast range and palette at their fingertips to be expressive and creative with their work. This is true for both the professional and amateur photographer alike.

The image presented here and its variations are an example of this expression and creativity. The shot is simple… An on location portrait at a poolside birthday party over the summer. The first version is, for the most part, straight out of the camera. The versions that follow are worked and processed, each uniquely different from the other.


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Out of Camera

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Added Contrast & Rich Black Tones

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Reduced Contrast with Enhanced Whites and Light Tones

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Desaturated Colors with Red Tones

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Aged Tones

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Classic Black and White