The Image directly above it only an example.
Selective colorization does not seem to have much of a history as it is somewhat modern thanks to the improvements in modern technology. During earlier years it was not possible to add color to a black and white (B&W) image as such technology did not, you may have been able to take color out of an image, but it was not very effective.
The effect that I wanted to achieve was to add color realistically to a B&W image, like in the example. I wanted to bring color back to the image, but at the same time, unlike the example, I did not want it to be selective as it would not have looked realistic or be very effective as it would have diverted the attention of the viewer.
I picked this particular piece as it seemed challenging, it looked like an image that had potential to stand out, the major creative decision was whether or the image was to seem realistic or abstract, the problem was fixed by finishing the product in both styles and chose the most appealing one.
The main techniques used to do this project were very simple as only the paintbrush, eraser and blur tool in Photoshop along with a simple blending technique which was all I needed to make the image come to life.
There weren’t many challenges during production as I have a solid understanding of what the tools did and of Photoshop.
The most compelling feature of the image would be the details and colors chosen to give it depth and realism. If it were to be done again , more attention would be given to the rocks on the shore as when looked upon closely they seem unrealistic; the water could have also used some work as it was overworked and did not seem real.
