[Octane (Humayun)]

Dave,

Each shot is quite different. It all depends on how much I exposed. Sometimes I have to increase the exposure, sometimes decrease.

For this particular shot, it all came out quite nicely in the camera, luckily, as the light was just right. I did, however, manually blend a 1-stop (I think it was) underexposed image for detail in the clouds in the top left.

I increased the saturation in the greens, reds and yellows by around 15% and applied a high pass sharpening filter for foreground and background (masked). And, lastly, a low opacity linear contrast layer just to add a little separation. Contrary to most photographic rules, I'm not a huge fan of contrast; I don't mind subtle delineation between the subjects in the photograph. Oftentimes I find increasing contrast destroys shadow detail.

I think that was about it, actually. I try and do as little as possible in post whenever I can.

I can't see the bug! :tonguepoke:

Originally Posted by dpastern

H - I'm curious about your processing workflow for these landscape shots, any chance of sharing it?

I had a good laugh at your 2nd comment. I'm sure I can see a bug on the grass in your shot

Dave

Gary,

Thank you, sir.

Originally Posted by gary

Really nice! Fabulous processing

Roger,

Glad you enjoyed it!

Originally Posted by rogerg

Great shot I really like this one.

Nice sharp foreground, excellent distance and contrast of colours, nice mood with the weather and lighting. Very nice.

Barry,

You and I both, mate. You and I, both! I am really looking forward to going back.

Originally Posted by bloodhound31

Stunning scenery! That just makes me want to get the backpack on and scoot off on the mountain bike.

Baz.

Molly,

Cheers. I appreciate the compliment.

Originally Posted by M54

Huyuman, you have a wonderful sense of composition.

Roger,

:big grin:

Originally Posted by rogerg

I keep coming back to this photo... it's really quite something

Frank,

Cheers!

Originally Posted by telecasterguru

A very nice image. Where's my tent?

Frank

Trevor,

Ah, mate, always love reading your comments!

The fact that you've mentioned that it doesn't resemble a photograph is enough for me to know that my job is done.

Unfortunately, I rent a tiny little one bedroom bedsit/studio and have very limited wall space. However, I went and picked up a new toy from Sydney last week. I will be taking pictures of it in the next day or two (will post in imaging and camera sub-forum) and you can rest assured that this one will be printed in large format, framed and sent to my parents to hang in their place.

Originally Posted by Quark

Hi there Humayun, its been to long since my last visit to this forum.

H, you have done it again, I am in awe of the feelings that you can evoke in your most excellent work. The atmosphere that a true master can create. You have demonstrated this quality on many occasions, but with this image it is the feeling of depth within this amazing vista that really caught my attention.

I have been admiring this image for about an hour, as has my wife and son, we all think it is stunning.

Humayan, this does not look like a photograph, this looks like a landscape painting from a master. The changing textures of the well resolved and light coloured grass in the foreground with the darker foliage on the next hill, the whole light and shade effect that leads us through to the distant lake is done so very well.

I would think that, if you don't already live in a very large house with heaps of wall space for hanging, that you must have major problems working out what to frame and hang. This image would make a great centre piece, appropriately framed on the lounge room wall.

When you have your first exhibition please let me know.

Regards
Trevor

Rob,

Thank you, mate.

When I get a moment, I will upload a larger version for you and link to it.

Originally Posted by RobF

Just stunning Humayun.

I do have one complaint though - I realise you probably don't want to give your work away, but I'd love to see a fullscreen image of this beautiful shot. I suspect I'd keep visiting it whenever I feel like strangling anyone.....

David,

Thank you!

Originally Posted by DavidU

Beautiful and peaceful. Very nice work H.

Brian,

That's so kind of you. :blush:

Originally Posted by Miaplacidus

Yes, I have to echo Trevor's comments. A captivating image that just draws you in and back, over and over again. It deserves to be seen full size, and certainly belongs in an exhibition (like much of Humayun's other photos). Simply superb work. Thanks again.

Mitchell,

Cheers! I find myself drawn to the grass as well and then my eyes wonder forward and backwards, over and over, too. :big smile:

Originally Posted by Lumen Miner

Superb mate!
I get drawn in to the distant details, then sucked right back again to the foreground grass. This process keeps repeating itself, nice work.

Thank you everyone for looking and leaving me such kind comments. It's these comments which inspire me to do more.

My apologies for the late reply as I have been rather busy with life. :cryface:

H