To experiment with my portrait images of Joan Tapley, I decided to explore different ways I could change one image in order to create various final outcomes. For each outcome to have a unique effect, I manipulated the filter and adjustments using Lightroom as well as adding a frame on Photoshop where I had to use the blending modes. I chose to edit one particular image from the Joan Tapley photoshoot since I thought the photo was the best outcome when responding to the photographer Ernest Baudoux. It captures Joan in a formal position, arms folded and sitting on a stool. These are all aspects that can be seen through his photography style when he captured studio portraits.

EDIT 1:

For my first edit, I produced a black and white image to represent Joan Tapley’s experience during the German Occupation in Jersey. To create a dramatic effect to this image, I decided to use the filter “B&W soft” to help emphasise the historical yet cold atmosphere during the Occupation. The filter represents the time period during World War 2 since only black and white film was available. The contrast between the shadows and highlights helps to emphasise the subjects features.

EDIT 2:

For my second edit, I decided to keep the image in colour and use the filter “High contrast” to create a sharp image. After applying the filter I decided to alter the temperature to blue to yet again bring that cold yet historical effect to my image like I did for my first edit. Her features are more prominent in this photo because of the increased adjustments for black, highlight, contrast and clarity. I decided to use the frame “Grunge overlay” due to the bold splatters and expressive marks that catch the viewers attention. Due to excessive amounts of splatters around the edges I had to use photoshop to remove some areas so Joan’s main features wouldn’t be overlapped with dots.

EDIT 3:

For my final edit, I used the filter “Aged photo” because of the warm undertones depicted in the image. The filter creates a vintage effect which helps to represent the time period during the German Occupation in Jersey. There is minimal contrast to create a soft look for the subject. The image appears distressed which has been created through the use of the frame with scratches. Like the previous edit I had to use photoshop to get rid of unwanted scratches in areas which were overlapping Joan’s face.