Mouse over the images to see the before and after effects
This was a great image to begin with, but the black and white conversion really makes it spectacular. Note the effect of the vignetting (darkening) in the corners.
Ok, so what's the big deal? It's just another black and white conversion. But it's not. Note how the detail comes out in the shadowy lower part of the image. Mouse over the two below to learn more.
Need a little uplift? Want to change your shirt color? Eyes need a little brightening? It's all possible. Look your best. Film will never give this to you.
There's nothing really wrong with the original image, but the finished image has some proprietary color adjustments (black becomes blue, some desaturation, etc.) and I've added some grain to give the background some texture.
She looks great, right? Well, she looked great in the original image, but why not do a little body sculpting to enhance the work of art? Notice the shape changes in her feet, shins, rib cage and behind.
Need I say more? Photoshop is an incredible tool in the hands of the right artist. This is magazine-quality retouching, which I know isn't for everybody, but isn't it nice to know you have the option to look as glamorous as any cover girl?
Blue channel
Red channel
Green channel
Lab color
Grayscale
Speaking of black and white, there are many ways to convert an image. Most of them are really ugly. To make a great black and white print, I take a look at three different ways, and then combine some red and a little blue channel to get the best darks and the most forgiving lights.
The finished photo. Note that my black and whites are rarely cold. My taste is to always make them just a little warm.
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