I downloaded a trial version of this software this weekend. Does anyone use it? If so, what do you think. I like the "film" effects and ND gradient but not sure I would use much else. To get the film effects portion, you need to purchase the full version which is more expensive than my recent combined upgrade to LR3 and CS5. Your thoughts appreciated. I do use Silver Efex, Define, and Sharpen and like them. Just wondering. Thanks for your thoughts, comments, and.... whatever input you wish to offer.
I completely use it Eva, version 3 on Nikon Capture NX2. I use this filters in every and single digital processing, in nature, landscape and portrait photography.
I recommend it for sure, in the beginning maybe you´ll start by using few filters, but after some time I guess you´ll find them really great as you´ll manage to apply creative effects and retouch your photos.
On my NPN portfolio you can see lots of examples some of the images refer the filters used.
Also check some portraits on Facebook, here are some examples - all digitally processed using this filters, I can share some technique if you want to know what filters were applied in each case:
I use it a lot, Eva, as an integral part of much of my postprocessing. I particularly like the Tonal Contrast filter, which works almost like a quick global versionof Tony Kuyper's luminosity masks. I will occasionally use the Polarizing or Skylight filters and, once in a while, other filters for creative effects. The key is to play with the sliders and not assume the default setting is representative of what the filter does best.
I use it too. I use the tonal contrast filter which brings out a lot of structure in highlight areas such as water and sky (clouds). I also like the color theme and the contrast of the film filters.
Hey Eva, it's the first program I use to process my images, and then I fine tune with Nik's Viveza 2. Awsome programs, If you decide to buy, let me know as you can use my code to save 15% on all the Nik programs.
Posted by Eva McDermott on June 16, 2010 at 12:27 PM
Thanks everyone for your input.
Mike thanks very much for the offer. I'll let you know if I decide to buy.
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5 repliesI recommend it for sure, in the beginning maybe you´ll start by using few filters, but after some time I guess you´ll find them really great as you´ll manage to apply creative effects and retouch your photos.
On my NPN portfolio you can see lots of examples some of the images refer the filters used.
Also check some portraits on Facebook, here are some examples - all digitally processed using this filters, I can share some technique if you want to know what filters were applied in each case:
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All the best
Hélio
Mike thanks very much for the offer. I'll let you know if I decide to buy.