two layered tulip

This is a 'sandwhich-edit ' - two layers of texture over the image, topped by a second layer of the image with a 'hide all mask'. The time consuming part was carefully 'painting-back' the various parts of the flower using a range of brush shapes, sizes and opacities ( I have never used 2% opacity with a brush before!!). The image itself had no fancy editing, and the textures are both at 100% (screen & hard light blend modes).

[JulieCo]

You have achieved a lovely effect. Worthy of printing out as a greetings card!

[Lyn Todd]

Thanks Julie! :) you have spotted the recent theme. I have used two shots from this year for cards, and I have loved being able to personalised it.

[Mark Lynham]

this is stunning Lyn! card, canvas.. great stock image.. instant FAV

[Rachel]

Love the painterly feel, beautiful

[Sassik]

Very pretty! Love the pastels and texture!

[Nancy]

love the edit...beauty!

[Lindy]

Just gorgeous. Whatever effort it too this was well worth it.

[kali]

this is very accomplished layer work, beautiful result