I came across this dandelion drop image today, while looking for inspiration. I'm absolutely amazed and I want to try it, but I can't figure out how this image was done... I need your help: photoshop or real talent? If talent, then how would you do it?
The reflection in the water seems authentic, not constructed. The reflected tones have exactly the right "extra" blue vibrance typical of high frequency light at the scattering surface. i can't say about the background for sure, but the refractions (the perfect rainbow) seem disjointed from the subject.
But an extraordinarily beautiful final image whatever was done.
It looks authentic to me, but they definitely used some additive in their water (like glycerine or something to thicken it). I'm pretty certain the reflection is real as well, though I think they tweaked the colors quite a bit. Great setup!
I agree: The dandelions and droplets and reflection all looks real (look for instance at the indentation of the liquid where the stamen/stalk (?) enters. As to the colours shining through or being reflected from the surface: I don't know...perhaps a rather sophisticated studio setup?
Photoshopped, Though very well done and still an amazing photo. But looking at it in a close up view you can see where some things from the "Original" do not match with the reflection.
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The last one has a setup explanation.
But an extraordinarily beautiful final image whatever was done.
But really beautiful!