Topaz Adjust

With these photos, I used one of my favorite Photoshop plug-ins, Topaz Adjust. The Spicify preset intensifies color, and brings out detail, similar to an HDR image. The filter description… “Spice up your photo naturally, yet noticeably” which it does very effectively. Spicify can create an edgy-grunge effect that works well with certain subjects. With…

You can easily create a new look for an image by using a little creativity in Photoshop! The colors of this urban art dragon were inverted in Photoshop (Control/Command I) and then softened with Topaz Adjust Portrait Smooth for a painterly look. The image below shows the original dragon colors.  If you really want to have fun…

This little boy from Cienfuegos seemed to be concentrating on something important, like he had a lot on his mind. I liked being able to capture his expression without him noticing me. I hope he has it all figured out by now. Like the rest of us, there is always something important to ponder. Using…

Happy Monday! Have a seat! This colorful corner wall mural offers a great opportunity for a cool shot. The artist did amazing work with the tropical motif and cute penguins! To create an HDR look, I used Topaz Adjust and Topaz Clean 2. The combination brightened up dark areas, and enhanced the colors and detail…

These windows tell an interesting story, having been around a while. They are elegantly aged to perfection. One is closed to the world, while the other is open to all possibilities. This pair was photographed in Europe, where the many windows and reflections provide endless photographic opportunities. Just a subtle touch of Topaz Adjust (see previous blog…