Thread: Another new cast.

Brad thats a rippa, the colors really stand out on the black background

has the tube been painted black and then other colors painted over... it looks like a nebula in deep space

great job to the both of you

MIK

I wouldn't be complaining about those photos, they look fantastic. Another great job by you both.

Originally Posted by MBUMIK

Brad thats a rippa, the colors really stand out on the black background

has the tube been painted black and then other colors painted over... it looks like a nebula in deep space

great job to the both of you

MIK

Thanks Mik.
She is using inks and pigments, its a process she is developing, and she wont divulge how its done just yet.
All I can say is, these are just the beginning, so much more to come .

Originally Posted by Treecycle

I wouldn't be complaining about those photos, they look fantastic. Another great job by you both.

Thanks Dallas .
I try to present my pens as they look while I am looking at them in good light, it can be frustrating at times, but great when I get it right.

Stunning result Brad!!!

Reminds me a bit of black opal.

Originally Posted by artme

Stunning result Brad!!!

Reminds me a bit of black opal.

Thanks Art.
Yes it does have that opal look, come to think of it.

Originally Posted by Ironwood

Thanks Mik.
She is using inks and pigments, its a process she is developing, and she wont divulge how its done just yet.
All I can say is, these are just the beginning, so much more to come .

No worries mate, i have been going to try mixing some pearlex powder with either clear nail polish, lacquer or if there is such a thing clear enamel paint, you would get some fantastic colors then, which should also have some sparkle in them

MIK

Originally Posted by MBUMIK

No worries mate, i have been going to try mixing some pearlex powder with either clear nail polish, lacquer or if there is such a thing clear enamel paint, you would get some fantastic colors then, which should also have some sparkle in them

MIK

The possibilities are endless Mik, only limited by our imaginations.

I'm not sure which one I like better the pen or the photos. Both are great.

How do you get that reflection on the black? I've done a few on black, and I never that quality of a reflection. Plus my black isn't as black as yours. I'm using black plexiglass as the base. Do I need something black under it?

Originally Posted by BSea

I'm not sure which one I like better the pen or the photos. Both are great.

How do you get that reflection on the black? I've done a few on black, and I never that quality of a reflection. Plus my black isn't as black as yours. I'm using black plexiglass as the base. Do I need something black under it?

Sorry Bob but I had to laugh when I read this thread!!

It reminded me of an argument I had as a kid with my father.

I insisted that there was a dark black!!!

Guess who lost the argument?

Originally Posted by BSea

I'm not sure which one I like better the pen or the photos. Both are great.

How do you get that reflection on the black? I've done a few on black, and I never that quality of a reflection. Plus my black isn't as black as yours. I'm using black plexiglass as the base. Do I need something black under it?

Hi Bob. I used a piece of black tinted glass, it is still "see-through" so I put a black floor tile underneath it.
Avoiding the unwanted reflections is a problem, as is the inevitable dust that settles as you are trying to get your shots.

Originally Posted by artme

Sorry Bob but I had to laugh when I read this thread!!

It reminded me of an argument I had as a kid with my father.

I insisted that there was a dark black!!!

Guess who lost the argument?

Well if your Dad is like my Dad, then I know who won . . . . . . Mom.

Originally Posted by Ironwood

Hi Bob. I used a piece of black tinted glass, it is still "see-through" so I put a black floor tile underneath it.
Avoiding the unwanted reflections is a problem, as is the inevitable dust that settles as you are trying to get your shots.

Yes, the dust is a major pain. Even with photoshop elements, it takes awhile to remove them all. So I rarely do black shots anymore. But I'll have to try the black tile under the plexiglass to see if that helps. Thanks for the tip.

Originally Posted by BSea

Yes, the dust is a major pain. Even with photoshop elements, it takes awhile to remove them all. So I rarely do black shots anymore. But I'll have to try the black tile under the plexiglass to see if that helps. Thanks for the tip.

The black tile is worth a try, but I dont think you will get the mirror like reflection that glass will give you if your are using the plexiglass.

I suspect that white/grey look that you are getting over your black plexi could be reflection from your light tent. You need to create a dark/black reflection from above and behind your camera. This can be difficult, depending on your set-up.

Watching a utube video that was linked in a thread on the IAP helped me to understand the concept. If I can find it again, I will link the video here.

I agree with MIK - this looks like a fantastic space portrait. Personally on the various shots, I really like the one on the reflective black surface.

Amazing looking pen, and great photos. Thanks for sharing.

Simon.