Jansen-Texture


 * Original 1**


 * Original 2**


 * Original 3**


 * Final Image**

-used "command L" to change the contrast and exposure of all the images -used "magnetic lasso" to outline and crop "original 2" so it would fit correctly in my final image -used the "eraser" to blend together the skies in the background to look like one -used the "clone stamp" to make the grass and the trees blend together and seem like the same image -changed the opacity of the images to have the flow of the image look more realistic -used the "move" tool to adjust the sky layer to where it looked most realistic -used the "spot healing brush" to fix and distorted spots in the snow that were distracting -used the "rectangular marquee" to crop out parts of the image -used the "blur" tool to create a smooth and flowing connection between the trees and the ground in the background -used a sharpening filter to sharpen the image and make certain aspects pop
 * Write an explanation of the 10 changes you made to create a final Combined 3 Image **

I incorporated leading lines with the walkway because it really directs the viewers eyes into the image and the shining sun directly in the middle of the piece, thus emphasizing the beauty that nature holds. Level horizon is also important in this image as the horizon is straight and at eye level. Finally, fill the frame is somewhat used because I placed the walkway directly in the middle and made it large enough so that it was part of the focus of the image.
 * Explain which compositional technique(s) you used in the main photograph final combined photograph. **

I really wanted to emphasize all the textures of nature and how nature is at peace when no one is around, thus why I the bright shining sun to show the serenity and heavenliness of nature. From the footprints and ripples in the snow to the wooden walkway and rustic background, this image is filled with small yet detailed textures that really draw you in. Other principles of design that this image highlights are balance, color, and line. The colors are still realistic to nature, but I enhanced them to show contrast in its beauty. The lines in this image are straight and easy flowing. The horizon is just at eye level and the narrowing walkway really drags you in. Overall, it is a very balanced and realistic image that met the texture criteria well.
 * Describe the texture you emphasized and any other elements and principles of design that you feel you highlighted. **

I feel I did fairly decent with this project seeing as I am new to the basics of photography and parts of photoshop. As far as taking quality images, I was impressed with my ability to do so. The concept of texture was very interesting and it gave us lots of options as photographers. I think did well with taking each separate image and making it look like one, especially with the two scenery photos I used. The one thing I do not like with my final image is how the image with the sun is a little disconnected with the piece; the blending of edges along the tree line could have been better. For the next project, I need to have a more solidified idea from the start in order to help me determine what types of pictures to take because I know I felt a little lost in the beginning of this assignment. Overall, I am happy with the way my image turned out. The colors fit nicely and the textures of nature really stand out.
 * Explain how successful you feel you were with the assignment and any changes you would consider for next time. **