On reading my last post, many of my readers are interested in converting their photos to “oil paintings” and some have even kindly suggested alternative software.
Many commented that they like the converted Oils but suggested although the Oils are nice, the original photos may be equally or even more attractive. To my surprise, one comment suggested that the photo on Fields of Gold on the way to Lithuania in some way resembles a Van Gogh!
My blogging friend Viveka suggested that I should also show the originals. I have therefore attached them below for comparison purposes. The photos are in the same order as presented in my last post.
By the Seaside on Hvar harbor, Croatia.
Waterfall in Plitvice Lake, Croatia.
Trees by the seaside in Hvar Island, Croatia.
Fields of Gold on the way to Lithuania, Baltic region.
At a restaurant in Budapest.
Rocks on the beach in Koh Samui, Thailand.
Hope you enjoy perusing the photos!
I think both versions are equally beautiful. I also think it’s good to open our minds to new ideas and new ways of doing things. That’s what creativity is all about, isn’t it. I love experimenting and you have provided me with even more ideas to work with. Thank you, Michael. Have a wonderful Christmastime. Peace and Joy.
Hi Lizzie, yes, we shouldn’t stop experimenting and be more creative. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your loved ones! Michael
I like these better than the modified versions. Sue
Hi Sue, you are probably right. The conversion did not improve the artistic quality. Happy holidays! Michael
Equally beautiful and stunning. Merry Christmas Michael!
Hi, your comments are always so thoughtful and kind. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and youer loved ones! Michael
I believe I was one of those who said your photos couldn’t be improved upon. I’m happy to say I still think I was right!
Hi Mjollnir, you are the first one to say so and I think you are right. The conversion does not increase the artistic quality of the picture, it makes them a bit fuzzy so they look more like Oils. Thanks for the comment! Michael
I definitely prefer the original photos to the converted ones
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!! Wishing you and yours safe/happy/healthy travels in the New Year!
Hi currylove, glad that you like the photos. Many thanks for your blessings for the new year. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too!
It look wonderful under your creativity .
Thank you pleisbilongtumi!
I love the originals!
Thank you Rachel. Happy holidays to you!
Michael, what great and educational posts, your last two posts. I do agree with some other bloggers that your photos are just perfect as they are. The conversion from original to oil does convey very different feelings to the viewers. For example, I thought the original photo of the Thai Beach rocks give me a feeling of serenity and a wide horizon, but the oil painting can appeal to those who are reminded of their fun times at the beaches when they were young. Thanks for sharing, again! Have a blessed holiday season! Simple Cherishes.
Hi simplecherishes, I think the photos appeal to our visual senses whereas the Oils give us an impression and bring us back memories. Thanks very much for the comment! Merry Christmas!
In painting or real photos, these sceneries are gorgeous!
Thank you evilnymphstuff!
Michael, wonderful shots … and I must say that I prefer them like this .. I’m not a paintings person – I have only big photos on my walls, because they tell a story and they come from real life.
I hope you had a wonderful day.
Hi Viveka, I do agree that the photos look more “real life”. Looking at the beach photo, I am now longing to be on the beach, with the sea, sand and sun on these cold days! Michael
I quite like chill when it’s suppose to be cold. We had a wild snowstorm for 24 hours, but this morning all is gone – don’t know what has happen.
Never wrong with the sand, ocean and sun.
Where do you live ????
I live in rural Hong Kong. When I said “cold”, this is only relative, to you, the weather here is still pretty warm!
HK … one of my favorite places … the smells, the views and the buzz. I suppose you have your seasons too.
Have only been there during March-October – quite liked the springtime .. not too humid. August was hot
In my view, only two seasons: hot and humid summer, cool and dry winter; winter tend to be short now with global warming!
I think its the same up here, winters seems be much milder here too, even if we still get our blistering winter days.
Both are beautiful, Michael.
Thank you sued51!
Lovely photos, and thanks for the look! I found the Weekly word photography challenge on your site! Always looking for ways to share… thank you!
Thank you patriciaddrury for sharing your posts / photos too!
These are beautiful photos! I’m in awe of the Koh Samui shot.
Thank you Amy!
Very beautiful! I love that last picture.
Thank you Rejoice the Day!
All the shots are so beautiful but the last one is just AMAZING!
Hi ioanna, I have a few more photos of the rocks taken on the same beach. The one posted should be the best of the lot. Thank you for the kind comment! Michael
Your photos are great, love the fields of gold
Thank you for the kind comment!
Nice work, really beauty the originals and the oil ones. Fantastic!!
Many thanks for the kind comment xavigels!
It has been pleasure to be here, beautiful photos!
Thank you traveleum!