Shine On You Crazy Diamond

Shine On You Crazy Diamond (was listening to Pink Floyd while working..)

Well, I'm not pretty good with stock-photo manipulations...
Somehow I feel, I’m comfortable manipulating shots taken by me as I visualize final results while taking the shot.

But I thought I would give a shot at some stock-photo manip, and here it is.

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I guess you should take a look at original image too......
Original Image : [link]


Major workout in this piece was done on eye and surrounding area,
as well as nose since it was not symmetrical, and pretty much visible.

Total workaround time was around 2.5 hours, of which major part was taken to get desired skin tone.

I wanted feel of copperish / goldenish skin but not too much metallic.
The idea was not being ultra-realistic but to look believable.


Full View is HIGHLY recommended
... also comments / constructive criticism / suggestion are heartily welcome, which will help me improve