I haven't used the filter app for my photos in ages. And, since it was rainy and gloomy one morning this past week, I played. Really, just to break the boredom. I started off in my software program, Paintshop Pro, making and designing a new picture frame shown here. I added effects, took them off, tried another effect, didn't like it, and did others...finally got the texture [and faint bubbles] to look half way decent and saved it for later use along with framing what I planned to do afterward.After it got light enough to see better while driving, I did go to the grocery store, debating beforehand if I should go out birding and hope to not get too wet. Well, I'm glad I decided against it. The rain started about 11 pm the night before and it came down heavily for quite some time; into the morning hours. Leaving lakes and ponds in the fields. There wouldn't have been too many birds out. Once I got home and put the stuff away in cupboards and refrigerator, I got back on the watercolor filter site and played some more! Here's what I did. Well, I didn't do much but upload the photo I chose and then set the numbers I wanted for the effects and voilá!
These are all my photos from archives...
...first, the bald eagle. Once the watercolor effect was to my liking, I got back into Paintshop Pro and opened my new gold frame just made and framed the eagle; changing the gold to a soft, warm brown.
This one of the snowy egret was taken when the pond was full of duck weed...making it look very Louisiana swamp-like [bayou]. Because of that, I chose to change my gold frame export to a swampy green color after setting the watercolor effect the way I wanted...
I took one of my pencil sketches to the site and manipulated the watercolor effect on it...changed my gold frame to a silver-blue one since it's black and white and the result...
I did several while trying to pass some time during the intermittent storm fronts passing through, but I will share one more. I will post the last of them at a later date...
I put the groceries away, left the cupboard door open [long ago, when he was a kitten] and Isaiah jumped up in it. Very proud of himself. With the framing this time, I chose to use a blue 'wood stain' to offset the cherry wood cupboard with a contrasting color...
I put the groceries away, left the cupboard door open [long ago, when he was a kitten] and Isaiah jumped up in it. Very proud of himself. With the framing this time, I chose to use a blue 'wood stain' to offset the cherry wood cupboard with a contrasting color...
What a neat toy. I love the results. 💕
ReplyDeleteThanks Jean
DeleteJust beautiful - every single one of them.
ReplyDelete☺thanks!
DeleteHello,
ReplyDeleteThey are all beautiful images. I love the egret and the kitty. Take care, enjoy your day! Wishing you a great new week ahead!
Thanks. Enjoy your day too Eileen.
DeleteWow! Those are very good and look authentic! I may have to look for that in my photo program. That is very cool!! Love it. Happy New Year, Anni!
ReplyDeleteI'm sure you can do it.
Deleteyou know this is what I LIVE for!!! i love playing with software and it doesn't matter which one. my favorite today is the second one. they are all beautiful and glad you took the time to play for show and tell... now that i typed that, maybe i should have named my blog Show and Tell, since that is what I do...
ReplyDeleteI like doing this kinda thing too, if I sit down & become bored. lol
DeleteSo gorgeous Anni!
ReplyDeleteYour stunningly beautiful photography is made even more fantastic by the lovely frames you created.
Have a lovely Sunday ☕
Thanks for your kind compliments.
DeleteThey are all gorgeous, I sure couldn't pick a favorite out of these!
ReplyDelete☺ thanks Martha
DeleteNeat! Kitten in the cupboard os my very favorite. (I only use free apps on the internet but know how much satisfaction one can have when creating this type of artwork.) Carry on.....
ReplyDeleteKitten in the cupboard...I like that.
DeleteYou made gorgeous creations! Really, each one is beautiful. Your artist's eye has made them just perfect. Ths is a real gift, as I could never in a million years know which frame and color looks best with each photo. I think the Egret with the green frame is my favorite, it is absolutely stunning. I can't wait to see the rest!
ReplyDeleteI bet you could do it Ginny.
DeleteNice effects. You chose wisely for each one.
ReplyDeleteWe're getting non-stop gloom and grey here. We haven't seen the sun in over a week, and it was just a peek. I hauled out my Happy Light so as to counteract the effect and prevent my SAD.
I don't like not having sunshine for that long!
DeleteThey are all really eye catching. Had no idea that was a possible effect your could achieve on the computer. LOVED the egret most for total effect.
ReplyDeleteThere is so much you can do if you set your mind to search online and/or have applications installed.
DeleteYou are very adept at Paintshop Pro. The frames are lovely. I especially love the eagle, of course. Happy New Year Annie. Many birdie blessings to you.
ReplyDeleteBirdie blessings...I like that very much.
DeleteBeing creative is good for the soul. And so much fun too. You had fun with Paintshop Pro and it's inspiring. I like the color of the kitten frame the best, I think.
ReplyDeleteThanks Inger
DeleteThat really looks like a fun program, Anni. I too love the cat one the best (of course I would).
ReplyDeleteYou & me both ... Love our kitties.
DeleteFun.... On a rainy day... -smile-
ReplyDeleteIndeed
DeleteOh my goodness, how I love all of these.
ReplyDeleteGet bored more often so I can enjoy your fabulous art.
Does the app. Paintshop Pro do the watercolor effect also?
I think I would like to play with that app. Does it cost to use it?
To answer your question on my blog. the flowers are camillas. They are blooming like mad right now. Such a bright spot on a January day.
Sue
I hope I clarified it for you earlier.
DeleteThese are so neat! I normally lean towards anything black/white but your Isaiah's stolen my heart. :)
ReplyDeleteIsaiah, in person, stole my heart ...lol
DeleteSo nice to see the photos in the frames. Looks like fun to play around with it. I just have the app my computer came with so can't do any neat things like that.
ReplyDeleteYou can find all kinds online. Some free.
DeleteThese are all wonderful and perfectly framed, too. I love your creative endeavors! :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks D J
DeletePlaying with photo apps can be a lot of fun. Your results are great.
ReplyDeleteThey are fun, and can easily become addictive.
DeleteIncredible results with the processing! I have a program (PhotoScape) that applies the same "filter", but yours is so dramatic and realistic.
ReplyDeleteI've not heard of photo scape...I've had paintshop for years & learned by trial and error to get the effect I want.
DeleteYour results are very good, I enjoyed seeing them.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
Thanks Jan
DeleteThese are all beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Linda
DeleteThese are all fantastic. Nice that you can color coordinate the frame with the picture too. I tried to pick a favorite but I like them all. I think I'll just give the win to Isaiah since he's so darn cute.
ReplyDeleteHe is a cute little booger! 🐱
DeleteThese are great! Makes me want to play in my art program. Have a blessed 2021 ~ FlowerLady
ReplyDeleteThanks Lorraine.
DeleteThose are all really nice! I keep seeing advertising for an app on my phone that turns photos into watercolors! I should try it out one day!
ReplyDeleteTry it!
DeleteOh how beautiful, Anni!!!! WOW!!!! ~Andrea xoxo
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DeleteI love them all, but for once the 'swamp' scene still the show for me. I almost feel guilty choosing it over an eagle. LOL
ReplyDeleteThat a group favorite so it seems.
DeleteDon't see a way to email you so will just say here, thank you for your kind comment on my latest blog post, and yes it's ok that you linked to it. Have a great week ~ FlowerLady
ReplyDeleteI don't have email listed. Thanks, I will link the wonderful image. Much appreciated.
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