I enjoy walking through churches. I’m a bit of a sucker for stained glass. Usually, such windows tell a biblical story, but sometimes it’s just a gem like this:
ISO 25 4.15mm f/2.2 1/110sec
This window functions more as a decorative way to let in light and create a welcoming environment. From that original file I created this version:
ISO 25 4.15mm f/2.2 1/110sec
The first edit here was to change the white balance. I used the eyedropper in the Develop filter of Luminar to pick a spot that was a warm grey-blue. This warmed the image nicely. I brought the whites down and boosted the blacks a bit. Then I added some clarity. I’ve also added a vignette here. One of the things that I like about the vignette filter is that it is really easy to customize the center from which the vignette will be added.
What do you think of my edit? The biggest change I think is really the warmth of the image. Do you prefer the cooler tone of the original? Feel free to leave a comment below.
Cheers!
Added to A Photo A Week Challenge, Through Glass.
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Nice work – I like both versions, but am thankful you shared your tips on what you chose to edit. I love stained glass windows too, there’s a charm about them that draws me in. The flower bouquet is lovely as well.
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Thank you, I think the window and flowers really work nicely together here.
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Lovely window and bouquet of flowers. I like the edit. The lighting showcases the flowers more. I enjoy visiting churches and old chapels too. They always appear to be very peaceful. Wonderful choice …
Isadora 😎
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Thank you very much for your thoughts on the edit. I agree with on visiting churches, they are lovely peaceful spaces.
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AND … so unique in every place traveled even in the same religion. : )
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Yes, that’s so nice.
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Your piece does look much warmer. 🙂
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Thanks!
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Excellent.
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Thank you 🙂
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What a lovely scene Amy. I like the lightening in your edit of the original very much
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Thank you Tina!
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The edit works perfectly!
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Thanks, I’m glad you like it.
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I too am a sucker for stained glass windows, especially when they have clean simple designs.
The window itself looks almost the same after editing (which is good), while the warmer walls and brighter bouquet are big improvements.
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Thanks for your thoughtful comment. I also wanted to keep the coloring in window pretty true to the original since it is so nice.
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I love your edit photo! Like you pointed out it is warmer 😚
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Thanks so much! and thanks for stopping by 🙂
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Truly love this editing Amy. I’ve never taken a decent photo of stained glass. Very well done.
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Thank you Sue, stained glass can be really hard to photograph in a nice way.
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Beautiful shot. Both edits work well. I lean towards a warmer feel, so the second one is my favorite. Thanks for joining the challenge!
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Thank you very much 🙂
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Nicely done!
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Thanks very much.
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I like the warmer tones. It also opens up the shadow areas a little bit. Wish you a wonderful holiday season.
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Thank you very much. All the best for the coming year to you!
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