Just messing around w/my new program:

[rbf]

I got a new program and have been messing around for a few days.This is all I have for now.I kind of like the craziness but would like to know how I can make them less cartoony.Any helpful pointers/tips is appreciated.

Thanks.

[rhd_civic_ej]

BUTT MONKEY!!!

[Danzo]

BUTT MONKEY!!!

First thing I noticed too haha. Graffiti these days is getting less inspired it seems.

[rhd_civic_ej]

First thing I noticed too haha. Graffiti these days is getting less inspired it seems.

haha ya, i remember back in the day when graffiti had truthful heartfelt messages in it lol

[rbf]

BUTT MONKEY!!!

Yes I know eventually someone would have pointed that out.To the right of it [not pictured] is says "Harry Potters"? don't ask.

Looks pretty badass. Did you come down to the V tonight?

I wish..but i did not.

[DVSRX-7]

the last one is bad ass.. can u put a pic of car in that one? pm me if u can so i can send u a pic

[Revmaynard]

Looks pretty badass. Did you come down to the V tonight?

[Dwisforme05]

what program are you using.

[osnap]

im sure its photomatix

[rbf]

im sure its photomatix

It is,I like it alot.

[Dwisforme05]

im sure its photomatix

you can make some really nice stuff with that program. but most people just put the pictures in it, push a button and think its done.

[rbf]

you can make some really nice stuff with that program. but most people just put the pictures in it, push a button and think its done.

Im here for insight.. Im messing around w/it trying to make less cartoony stuff.
Here is my best: any help?.

[Dwisforme05]

just play around with the light/gama/ and mico smoothing and stuff. youll get it.

[rbf]

just play around with the light/gama/ and mico smoothing and stuff. youll get it.

Thanks.

[FasTech]

just play around with the light/gama/ and mico smoothing and stuff. youll get it.

Listen to this man, he knows whats up.....lolol

[rbf]

Listen to this man, he knows whats up.....lolol

So I noticed in the [Your favorite picture of your car in 2008] thread.

Simply amazing.

[DB4LYFE ™]

I think ur pics rock! Great job man...

~DB4LYFE

[G.C]

Listen to this man, he knows whats up.....lolol

[Ol' Gregg]

butt monkey!

[swollix]

Watch out for the halo'ing effect. Don't go too crazy with editing either, makes the pics grainy, and the effect is just overplayed now.

[rbf]

Watch out for the halo'ing effect. Don't go too crazy with editing either, makes the pics grainy, and the effect is just overplayed now.

Thanks for the info.Im not to worried what may be played out or anything I take pictures and have alittle fun.

[boostedb16]

that last one is bad ass.

[rbf]

Here is a more simple looking attempt:

[JDMJAYDC2]

i think they look fine personally the yaris could do without the white light coming from the wheels but looks great man keep it up the more you do it the more you will learn lil tricks to it

[rbf]

i think they look fine personally the yaris could do without the white light coming from the wheels but looks great man keep it up the more you do it the more you will learn lil tricks to it

I got the program less than a week ago I am still learning everything really.But the halo ring I finally learned how to get rid of and few other things here and there.

Thanks for the + comment!

[rbf]

Update on my work:

[Dwisforme05]

getting better.

[swollix]

getting better.

It is so grainy. That is what I hate about Photomatix. A lot of times even with mild HDR it produces a lot of noise. That is why I no longer use it, although I messed with these some:

[rbf]

It is so grainy. That is what I hate about Photomatix. A lot of times even with mild HDR it produces a lot of noise. That is why I no longer use it, although I messed with these some:

I like number 2 alot!.It seems only certain pic's turn grainy mainly like the sunset/darker ones w/light poles.Im still working on everything new to this so Im learning.

Thanks everyone for the comments.

[Dwisforme05]

It is so grainy. That is what I hate about Photomatix.

its not photomatix.

i used photomatix on all these and they arent grainy.




the thing about HDR is, you have to know WHICH exposures to use. you cant just throw in three random exposures and expect an amazing pic.

OP- your getting better. i love the last pic with the storm clouds poking through the trees. like ive said, just play with it and youll get it.

[swollix]

its not photomatix.
the thing about HDR is, you have to know WHICH exposures to use. you cant just throw in three random exposures and expect an amazing pic.
.

Hmm what exposures do you use then? I actually did the ones I posted in this thread from 1 image shot in RAW. This is the last one I did using multiple exposures:


Your pics are too overdone for me, but they are sharp which is what I can't seem to do.

[rbf]

getting better.

I know your work is no joke..any tips for what I could do to better myself trying these photo's?.

Thanks,Jh

[rbf]

more from today:

[DVSRX-7]

again nice pics

[rbf]

Here are two as far as me trying to be more realistic:





Then I got carried away again:


Each photo has it's own flaws but Im still learning I hope to better myself eventually.

Thanks again for all the comments.Reps to all!

[rbf]

Thanks again,I think my problem w/the grainy pictures is not the program but w/my camera #1 and then my skill has a role in it as well.I'll eventually get it im sure I am trying more each day and it seems to be progressing.

Thanks again everyone.

[Dwisforme05]

it all depends on the lighting. there are no specific, or set exposures for a good HDR shot.

everyone has there own taste in HDR, everyone has their own style.

[rbf]

it all depends on the lighting. there are no specific, or set exposures for a good HDR shot.

everyone has there own taste in HDR, everyone has their own style.

Agreed even though I am new to it I'd like to have my own style that is nice.A pal showed me the of your mustang last week.Once I seen it I noticed how crappy mine were actually turning out when I thought they were good.hahaahhaha But now I know the truth and I am trying more things and hopefully they continue getting better.

swollix your photo looks nice as well.

[Dwisforme05]

Agreed even though I am new to it I'd like to have my own style that is nice.A pal showed me the of your mustang last week.Once I seen it I noticed how crappy mine were actually turning out when I thought they were good.hahaahhaha But now I know the truth and I am trying more things and hopefully they continue getting better.

swollix your photo looks nice as well.

which pic? i have so many of this car its rediculas. whenever i get a new idea/lense/program/ anything i go take pics haha.

but thanks man.

[swollix]

swollix your photo looks nice as well.

Thanks, but I am just a noob trying to learn. I just bought my DSLR in November.