begin with an egg...

Two challenges.

Two versions.

Challenge #1

Set up a shot that includes eggs in the scene.

(Start to Finish 2)

Challenge #2

Find a simple subject and give it room to breathe;

apply the Rule of Thirds

and use that negative space.

(Be Still 52)

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Version A

Notes:

Seemingly endless play

in Lightroom,

experimenting with multiple

presets and adjustments.
As for the
Rule of Thirds...
well, some 'rules'
make better guidelines.
Edges and Balance
won out here.

Then into Photoshop
to remove some of the
more distracting scratches
with the
Spot Healing Brush

and
to add a bit of texture.

(kk_rainyday Overlay20% opacity)

original shot SOOC

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Version B

Notes:

In Lightroom

I played with multiple

presets, adjustments,
and some major cropping.
Same issues as before
with Rule of Thirds.
I continue to trust
my own intuition.

Then into Photoshop

for some texture:

kk_dollard_softandgentle

(Soft Light 63%)

original shot SOOC

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Here's my setup:

Lillian was 'helping' as usual.

mouseover

to see

Lillian's

photobomb

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The goal of solitude

is not simply

to be alone,

but to be present

and receptive.

~

David duChemin

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Vinyl floor tile from Lowes

Font: SF-Karens

Highly recommended reading

by David duChemin