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Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Sketchy

I had a picture of Duke that I liked except it was taken with a flash and he had alien green eyes. I tried to fix them but I wasn't having any luck.
Instead I chose to turn it into a sketch
After I did the sketch and a few other little things I can't remember, I added a pattern layer. I downloaded patterns for photoshop from a website called Subtle Patterns. The site has tons of free patterns to use and you can either download a file that contains all of them or just the ones you want.
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33 comments:

  1. Ginny HartzlerMarch 20, 2012 at 12:35 AM

    Wow, I was just going to type that this portrait is very subtle, and then read that this is the name of it!!!!

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  2. UnknownMarch 20, 2012 at 2:11 AM

    Whoa, even I will have to admit that it looks really good. Is Duke impressed?

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  3. Debra DickinsonMarch 20, 2012 at 2:16 AM

    OMG! "Must try this," I said to self. I love the tools you share with us. Thank you, Ann.

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  4. bichonpawzMarch 20, 2012 at 2:19 AM

    You are one talented lady, Ann!!! Looks perfect!! Duke is adorable!

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  5. DuniMarch 20, 2012 at 3:16 AM

    Sweet!!!
    Off to check out that site :)

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  6. JenMarch 20, 2012 at 5:29 AM

    That looks great; I sure do wish I had Photoshop... *sniffle*

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  7. PatMarch 20, 2012 at 6:11 AM

    Love Duke - he's so sweet, as is your sketch of him xx

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  8. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartMarch 20, 2012 at 6:27 AM

    I like this! Thanks for the link!

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  9. ratiehMarch 20, 2012 at 6:48 AM

    whoaa..Duke is so sweet and the picture..so adorable!

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  10. LinMarch 20, 2012 at 7:56 AM

    Can Duke get any cuter???!

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  11. crafty cat cornerMarch 20, 2012 at 8:32 AM

    Always love it when the post is about Duke, drawing or photo any will do.
    Briony
    x

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  12. Hootin AnniMarch 20, 2012 at 8:42 AM

    I LOVE it!!! Did you do this with pencil and then highlight it with photoshop? It's soooooo good!! I like to sketch myself [if you've noticed my 'art' link on my sidebar].

    Sweet!!! Thanks for letting me know about the blossom, too, much appreciated.

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  13. MadSnapper n BeauMarch 20, 2012 at 8:45 AM

    of course you know I love Duke any way you serve him to us. i like the sketch thing and will be checking out that site.

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  14. Marie March 20, 2012 at 9:27 AM

    Duke is cute sketch! :) I do like this I'll check it out.

    Isn't tomorrow a big day for you??

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  15. Ann MartinMarch 20, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    Oh how cute Duke looks; sketches are so nice and informal.

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  16. Katie, Julep and Derby's MomMarch 20, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    Pretty darn cool! I love it!!!

    Katie
    www.westiejulep.blogspot.com

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  17. Bossy BettyMarch 20, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    I think this is wonderful!

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  18. Out on the prairieMarch 20, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    Very nice, you could become famous doing these

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  19. Awww MondaysMarch 20, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    He's a cutie pie times two. Just my two cents.

    Have a terrific day. My best to Duke. :)

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  20. Rose ClearfieldMarch 20, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    What a great solution!

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  21. DonnaMarch 20, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    Great Save!!
    Thanks for the link Miz Ann...I'll go check it out tonight!
    hughugs

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  22. allotments4youMarch 20, 2012 at 3:58 PM

    This looks great Ann...really as if you did sketch it and not take it from a photo at all.

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  23. john bainMarch 20, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    How I wish I could do all this photo stuff.

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  24. AnneMarch 20, 2012 at 4:39 PM

    That looks so awesome. I would love to have a sketch of Duke. He is so handsome.

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  25. BeadedTailMarch 20, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    It turned out wonderful but of course you started with an excellent subject!

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  26. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)March 20, 2012 at 7:04 PM

    I adore the softness of this picture of Duke.

    God bless ya and have a beautiful day sweetie!!! :o)

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  27. ReeniMarch 20, 2012 at 8:14 PM

    I love this! It looks like a real sketch!

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  28. Carole BarkettMarch 20, 2012 at 8:45 PM

    It turned out great, I like it.

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  29. Betsy Banks AdamsMarch 20, 2012 at 9:40 PM

    Awesome sketch and pattern, Ann... I'm in awe of your talent... WOW--it's incredible.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  30. CatherineMarch 20, 2012 at 10:48 PM

    I will check out that site - Duke looks extra cute in this photo! :)
    xo Catherine

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  31. jp@A Green RidgeMarch 21, 2012 at 1:58 PM

    Thanks for the "how to" Ann...I'm heading there next!...:)JP

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  32. SharkbytesMarch 21, 2012 at 8:10 PM

    You always succeed in making pictures look so great!

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  33. Chatty CroneMarch 22, 2012 at 11:53 AM

    You are crazy about that guy!

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