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Old 03-18-2007   #1 (permalink)
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This series was a try to convert to B&W. I used RAW, left most of the settings as they were in camera, then saved the separate files - first color, then conversion with the plug-in provided by Rense here on Camel, then conversion with Channel Mixer in Photoshop with Monochrome output and last one was just a try with channel mixer.

Tell me what you think.

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All are pretty, especially when viewed by themselves. Interesting difference in the B&W versions. Certainly the FREE PhotoCamel plug-in from our member Rense is a fine image, but then so is the Channel Mixer one you did.

The differences in the darkness is a matter of preference. I am a moody person so tend to like the darker versions, but that isn't what some "clean" and "bright" people like.
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Wonderful series but hate to say it I prefer the original
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Yes nice series. I like the first 2 the most.

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I like them all but I think I prefer #1 then #3.
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My favorites are #1 and #4. I think you need color in an image like this.
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The first one is fantastic. I've gone back and looked at it a few times now. The color, the detail, and the texture you've managed to capture are stunning. A reall winner!
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flymoh,
I like the color version best. You could make the B/W conversion lighter (or darker to please Mr. Pickles) by using the scale and transsliders on my plugin.
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Thanks guys and girls for the nice comments. I agree with most of you - for this shot the color original works best.

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