Sending you a Postcard and a Texture


I had some time today to practice with layers and textures again in PSE.  I also wanted to share with you a texture I created and used on the above photo along with a script layer.


This is from a table I have in my courtyard.
Feel free to use this as a texture if you like.  I'm calling it "Stone Age"
I really don't know that much about creating textures yet, but I do like how it looked in my photo above. 
If you use this texture, I would be interested in seeing what you came up with, so send me a link to your photo. 


I was going for the "vintage post card look" with this photo I took of one of my favorite places to eat in Seattle.
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I'm going to be traveling for a few days and even though I'm taking my computer, I'm not sure yet how much time I will have to blog. 
So for now, I hope everyone has a nice weekend, and I look forward to visiting with you soon! 

Becca

Comments

Unknown said…
To cool girly.. I love it. You are becoming a pro with these textures.

Thanks for the ones you sent me.. They look wonderful. Can't wait to play with them..

Hugs, Linda
November 5, 2010 at 4:24 PM
Catherine said…
Those are so pretty Becca! I haven't played with textures too much ~ you inspire me! :)

Happy weekend friend!
xo Catherine
November 5, 2010 at 5:38 PM
Becky Shander said…
Happy travels...eat well, play well, sleep well.
November 5, 2010 at 5:49 PM
Jillayne said…
Have a good trip Becca! And take lots of pictures - I love what you have done to these! You are getting so very good at this!!
November 5, 2010 at 6:14 PM
Susan Tuttle said…
beautiful use of texture.
November 5, 2010 at 6:54 PM
Susan Tuttle said…
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November 5, 2010 at 6:54 PM
Susan Tuttle said…
beautiful use of texture.
November 5, 2010 at 6:55 PM
Justine said…
oh you are clever! these are fantastic, I love the vintage postcard of seattle. I have lightroom so can't use these textures, I'm so impressed with your many talents!
November 6, 2010 at 3:00 AM
Sugar Lump Studios said…
I love the textures - so pretty not sure which is my favorite! Have a wonderful weekend :)
November 6, 2010 at 4:11 AM
andrea creates said…
Looks so pretty-I wish I knew how to use things like that!
November 6, 2010 at 4:55 AM
Ashley Sisk said…
That looks very cool. I've been thinking about creating textures myself...just haven't tried one yet. Thanks for offering yours.
November 6, 2010 at 7:02 AM
lilylovekin said…
I love what you can do with PSE I have it on my Christmas list. Have a good weekend.
November 6, 2010 at 8:27 AM
Lisa Gordon said…
This is just beautiful Becca!! Thank you so much for sharing.
November 6, 2010 at 12:48 PM
Oregon Gifts of Comfort and Joy said…
Becca,

That is way cool. You are so artistic!

Kathy
November 6, 2010 at 2:34 PM
Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said…
These are just gorgeous, Becca! Hope you're enjoying your weekend! XO
November 7, 2010 at 7:59 AM
Pamela said…
I hope you are having the best weekend ever Becca!!!
Pamela xo
November 7, 2010 at 1:09 PM
Brenda Pruitt said…
Ah, such beauty! I must get around to trying these out soon.
Brenda
November 7, 2010 at 4:50 PM
GardenOfDaisies said…
Oh I love Ivars! Did you share your food with the seagulls? :-)
November 8, 2010 at 9:41 AM
Netty said…
Totally gorgeous. Annette x
November 9, 2010 at 4:13 PM
Linda Vincent said…
Love what you did with these photos ...they look great!
November 16, 2010 at 4:54 AM
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