Last week I posted this photo...which is actually a combination of 3 photos.
Since several comments were that it looked like a painting I thought I would post the 3 original photos and a brief explanation. I really can't remember all the steps I took...see the last frame for the layer palette.
This layer is used 2 times with different filters and opacity. Usually I use posterization and underpainting. The layer is duplicated and the multiply layer effect used on the new layer.
This layer has the "Orton"effect for a softer look. Google "Orton effect" for directions on how to do this. It doesn't work as well on all photos but gives a dreamy effect.
This photo is the same flower as above, shot at a different time of day and angle. It has a posterize filter to sharpen the detail.
All layers were then combined and flattened. The new composite layer then had an underpainting filter run on it and layered on top with a multiply effect at 30% opacity.
The layer palette.
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Best wishes, and enjoy your Saturday!
I seem to be using the posterize filter, under artistic, a lot lately to give a bit more detail.
If you look at the icons in Ann's "layers pallette" image you'll notice some of the layers have a grayscale gradient. That's the mask. White is solid and black is transparent. You can actually paint shades of gray on this mask with a mouse or stylus. It allows one to be very creative in their collages.
I now mark you as my first bookcover artist. (I wish.) LOL!