I used something called dry brush effect, in Photoshop Elements, on this photo and I quite like it. In truth, it’s not a lot different than the original, but the contrasts are better.
Pueo on a wire
Graham's Island
Life on the Big Island of Hawaii
I used something called dry brush effect, in Photoshop Elements, on this photo and I quite like it. In truth, it’s not a lot different than the original, but the contrasts are better.
Graham's Island 
wonderful
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It’s a very handsome owl, Graham.
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They’re lovely birds, though rodents probably don’t think so!
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I like that editing effect Graham
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Thanks Brian. It was fun experimenting a bit.
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I often use effects to be able to use a dud photo that should have been better
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That’s why I used it on this one, even though it’s not a huge difference.
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Usually enough to distract from the less than perfect photo
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Indeed.
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That’s a great image. I like the edit! Dramatic – and fun, too
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I rarely monkey around with photos, but I might have to try a few more of the edits.
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Sometimes it can be fun
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