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If I Was A Russian Spy

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I'd be issued a Lomo camera, but I don't really need one to create the Lomo effect. The first photo bleow was nothing more than a "garden variety" snapshot of the Covenant Presbyterian Church on Hoadly Rd. While editing it to maximize its' "normalness" I noticed a Lomo Effect link on my Adobe photo software. With two simple clicks I was able to create the Lomo Effect and add vignetting to the second photo.

Until I checked on Google I was unaware there was such a camera. I now know it was a Soviet spy camera that has spawned an association of Lomo enthusiasts around the world. It's noted more for the high quality of the lens since it had very little adjustment capability. It took very sharp 35mm photos with little or no effort.

It really does change the look of the original photo - my software enables me to change the intensity. I don't know what application it might have for me, but a few bucks spent on editing software may or may not have "down the road" benefits, but it does provide more editing flexibility


Covenant Presbyterian Church Hoadly Road, Manassas VA

Covenant Presbyterian Church photo with Lomo effect



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Comments(12)

Eileen Burns 954.483.3912
Trans State Commercial Realty Inc. - Fort Lauderdale, FL
FLorida Real Estate Connector

Fascinating story Karen.  I learn so much from our Ar community.  Not as tech savvy on positing photos and videos although these are items on my list.  Editing size of photos now that picnik is closing will move the process along more swiftly.

The Lomo aspect of your post is, however, intriguing.  Your photos are crystal clear.  thanks for sharing

Mar 24, 2012 10:49 PM
Karen Kruschka
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
- "My Experience Isn't Expensive - It's PRICELESS"

Eileen  Picnik was very good for fast editing, but very limited

Mar 25, 2012 12:22 AM
John Cannata
214-728-0449 http://TexasLoanGuy.com - Frisco, TX
Texas Home Mortgage - Purchase or Refinance

I have some settings like that on my camera, but I have not explored them enough. I think I should probably take some time to do that. Perhaps I could produce some great pics to share. :-)

Mar 25, 2012 06:38 AM
William Johnson
Retired - La Jolla, CA
Retired
Hi Karren, Nice job. Try ipiccy.com , I think it makes for a faster edit when needed. The Lomo Effect is always interesting but your original photo was also wonderful. The color balance in the sky and building is excellent.
Mar 25, 2012 07:37 AM
Karen Kruschka
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
- "My Experience Isn't Expensive - It's PRICELESS"

John  You'll never know until you try them

Mar 25, 2012 08:01 AM
Karen Kruschka
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
- "My Experience Isn't Expensive - It's PRICELESS"

William  Thank you ever so much - I'll give it a try

Mar 25, 2012 08:02 AM
Kay Van Kampen
RE/MAX Broker, RE/MAX - Springfield, MO
RealtorĀ®, Springfield Mo Real Estate

Love the photo.  I'm going to try Ipiccy too.

Mar 25, 2012 01:06 PM
Karen Kruschka
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
- "My Experience Isn't Expensive - It's PRICELESS"

Kay  It is on my "to do" list

Mar 25, 2012 10:37 PM
Toni Weidman
Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL
20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

I love trying out all the different effects in Photoshop, Karen. I purchesed Elements but haven't had a minute to start trying it out. Are there tutorials at Adobe.com?

Mar 25, 2012 10:51 PM
Karen Kruschka
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
- "My Experience Isn't Expensive - It's PRICELESS"

Toni  There are Adobe tutorials all over the place and there are even very explanatory paper back books in color that are worth the money

Mar 26, 2012 01:08 AM
Toni Weidman
Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL
20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

Karen - thanks for the info. I probably should wait till I have a little more time. I get so frustrated when I can't just run with something :)

Mar 26, 2012 10:39 PM
Karen Kruschka
RE/MAX Executives - Woodbridge, VA
- "My Experience Isn't Expensive - It's PRICELESS"

Toni  We satrted working on it over the slow winter months

Mar 26, 2012 10:56 PM