Lovely Lady

[Pat]

Hi Everyone, please let me know if I've missed anything or you see something that needs more attention on this lovely photo from Tess's gallery.

Original:


WIP1:


Thanks,
Pat

[Hannie]

Hi Pat,

What an amazing restore, there wasn't a clean spot left over but you brought it right back!
One thing that I notice is the difference in grain between the girl and her background.
It would be nice to have the 2 match a little more.  It could be that adding a little grain to the background and smoothing (girl only, just a little) could work.
Perhaps also a little more contrast, just enough so not too much detail is lost?



Hannie

[Bambi]

 :wow: Beautiful work, Pat. I admire your gentle touch.

[Pat]

Hannie, thanks for the suggestions. Exactly what was needed and I've tried to implement all of them.  I think I have the grain more even throughout the photo now and have added a little more contrast in addition to smoothing out the lady's complexion a bit.

I really appreciate the compliment Bambi, thank you.

WIP2


Pat

[Mhayes]

Pat,

With the changes you made, she looks great!  :up:

Margie

[Hannie]

It looks beautiful Pat!

:up2:

Hannie

[Jonas.Wendorf]

Pat,

it looks absolutely beautiful :-)!
However I was thinking if the bright part on the camera left side of her hair might be water damage and should be darkened just a touch?

[Pat]

Jonas you are absolutely right.  I don't know how I overlooked that :D  Thank you!

WIP3:


Pat