Shoot & Edit: Before & After

You might remember I decided to do this Shoot & Edit challenge this week.  (If not, here's the post where I announced it.)  If I'm going to learn, I need to practice.  Sometimes in order to practice, I need to have a reason.  Other than just the vague "I really should".  :)

Now that Thursday has arrived, I have done my editing and am ready to show off what I've learned.

Here is my SOOC shot ...

It has a very blue cast to it.  My white balance was set to Auto.  Probably not the best choice.  But depending on the time of day, I can't always get a custom white balance set on my camera.  Remember, I'm still learning.

Here's my own edit ...

In Adobe Camera Raw I adjusted the white balance, exposure, recovery, blacks, fill light, clarity, and vibrance.  Then in PSE6 I cropped it slightly, adjusted the sharpness, and resized it for web viewing.

I then went back and followed Ashley's editing tips and this is what I got ...

Much thanks to Ashley for posting her tips!

Not much difference between mine and hers.  She had a few more steps than I did.  I followed them as best I could.  Remember, I am at level zero.  :)

Here are all 3 for comparison ...

I definitely prefer the warmer photos over the SOOC one.

This was a fun learning experience for me.  I can't wait to see what else Jill and Ashley have in store for us!  Next week's theme is "What says Good Morning to you?"  Hmmm.  Anyone want to take a picture of me sleeping in?  'Cuz that's my idea of a good morning.  :)

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