Super Moon (Pretend) Over Chicago by taffy

Super Moon (Pretend) Over Chicago

Leaving for a 3 day meeting shortly so thought I'd post this and thank you all for your lovely comments on the textured orchid. I'm having so much fun with the editing software. Sorry for a group response, but here are answers to some questions:
It's called Topaz Texture Effects
It talks with Lightroom and Photoshop, but it also works independently.
It is easier to figure out that PS, but there is a learning curve regarding layers and various textures as one option.
It's possible (and fairly easy) to import your own photos to use as textures.
Wishing everyone a great weekend! Will comment if I can, but be back on the site around Sunday night or Monday.
This is gorgeous, Taffy...love the tones, composition.
January 28th, 2016  
This turned out fantastic . What a beautiful view
January 28th, 2016  
Mesmerizing and beautiful shot! Fav!
January 28th, 2016  
Moon power! Super shot!
January 28th, 2016  
Love your pink sky and the moon adds a touch of surreal
January 28th, 2016  
Fabulous edit, very surreal outcome
January 28th, 2016  
Works really well - thanks for all the info about Topaz software.
January 28th, 2016  
Clever (and well done!)!
January 28th, 2016  
great processing Taffy. Love this
January 28th, 2016  
This is gorgeous Taffy!! I am going to do the tutorial Jane has given us a link to and hope it tell me how to use my own photo as a texture. I am also hoping to get some time to do some PS tutorials. You may hear me screaming for help while you are away!! LOL!! Enjoy your meeting - hope it's not too stressful!! Fav!
January 28th, 2016  
You can use your own texture in picmonkey. This is so clear and sparkling and a huge moon - big enough to frighten the inhabitants of this city! fav
January 28th, 2016  
Gorgeous shot. Thanks for the info, and have a wonderful weekend.
January 28th, 2016  
Amazing pic!
January 28th, 2016  
Holy cow!
January 28th, 2016  
Beautiful image :)
January 28th, 2016  
100% stunning!
January 28th, 2016  
wow!!!
January 28th, 2016  
super
January 28th, 2016  
Love it :)
January 28th, 2016  
Fabulous editing. fav
January 28th, 2016  
Fabulous shot, I love that moon.
January 28th, 2016  
Really beautiful, you capture Chicago so well!
January 28th, 2016  
Oh this is lovely, pretend or not. I love Chicago, such a beautiful city. I'm always proud to be from there ;-)
January 28th, 2016  
If it ever gets this close in reality... we're all in serious trouble! Nicely done Taffy.
January 29th, 2016  
It may be pretend, but it looks gorgeous! Richard is right though- this close and Chicago would be under water! Have a nice trip and fav!
January 29th, 2016  
Very dramatic editing. I like it.
January 29th, 2016  
Oh wowee, this composite looks absolutely terrific with that whopping big moon hanging low over the city. Love it.
January 29th, 2016  
That is quite the Super Moon! Nice work. I like it.
January 29th, 2016  
fabulous!
January 29th, 2016  
Cool Image!!
January 29th, 2016  
Love the colors and textures of the buildings!
January 29th, 2016  
What a fun creation
January 29th, 2016  
Fabulous composite, well done!!
January 29th, 2016  
Stunning picture and processing. Congratulations on making the Trending Page. Well deserved.
January 29th, 2016  
Nice edit skills!
January 29th, 2016  
Wow, nice job!
January 29th, 2016  
Nice capture !
January 29th, 2016  
How clever is this?! Nice.
January 29th, 2016  
What a sight this would be to see with such a huge moon. Great editing.
January 29th, 2016  
Clever processing Taffy and very effective. Hope your meeting goes well.
January 29th, 2016  
Fav, to look back to and read your comments about Topaz :-)
January 29th, 2016  
Fantastic A FAV
January 29th, 2016  
Wow, stunning. Fav.
January 29th, 2016  
Great processing
January 29th, 2016  
FANtastic image and processing!
January 29th, 2016  
Love the moody moon and colours, and the silhouettes. Fab city/seascape.
January 29th, 2016  
Great processing, a super shot. Fav!! 😃
January 29th, 2016  
Wow!! Fav!
January 29th, 2016  
So subtle and beautiful. fav
January 29th, 2016  
Super shot.
January 29th, 2016  
Fabulous composite image,
January 29th, 2016  
Congratulations on making the PP. Well deserved.
January 29th, 2016  
Love the effect. This is beautiful. Fav!
January 29th, 2016  
Stunning!
January 30th, 2016  
Super cool!!
January 30th, 2016  
Very neat!
January 30th, 2016  
You have really nailed the layers! Looking forward to time to have a play. Excellent shot!
January 30th, 2016  
Lovely capture.
@snaggy
January 30th, 2016  
Gorgeous, so beautiful
January 30th, 2016  
Great shot of Chicago and what a moon. You really do know how to put the layers together
January 30th, 2016  
Clever! Guess I really need to look into working with layers - you make it look such fun!
January 31st, 2016  
the huge moon is a real eye grabber! had to look twice. haha. nice drama
January 31st, 2016  
Clever and striking.
January 31st, 2016  
great editing
January 31st, 2016  
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