Color on B&W

[roanjohn]

I know its an oxymoron but I've seen it done.............Just trying to be a little artistic :-)

Opinions??

http://www.pbase.com/image/27038698.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/image/27038702.jpg

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[maderito]

Two different ways of using color... In the first shot the color focuses attention of the central subject; in the second it draws attention away from the subject. I prefer the first image in terms of color use. I prefer the composition and subject of the second image and would omit the color.

BTW - the cop must be in NYC. Only there would a traffic cop have his hands in his pockets. :)

[Mettleh3d]

Those shots are really good!

Can u tell me how u made those pictures? Photoshop?

[roanjohn]

BTW - the cop must be in NYC. Only there would a traffic cop have his hands in his pockets. :)

HA HA!! You're absolutely correct......

Thanks for the comments............I agree with the 2nd picture. I decided to bring up the green as that was the most colorful part of the photograph. I should've included it more in the frame........:-)

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[roanjohn]

Those shots are really good!

Can u tell me how u made those pictures? Photoshop?

Thanks!!!

Yes, it was edited under PS.

Basically, I used the magic wand to select the dominant color. Then I used a mask to fine tune the unselected areas. Inverted selection and used Channel Mixer to change it to B&W. Give it a try!!!

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[manncer]

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I like both. I like the green tint. I wonder if you made her hat a pastel color, instead of the bench? :oops:

thanks for posting
manncer