Evolution of a FINE Photograph

Between what came out of the camera, what was worked on in the Photo-editor and to the final product is truly amazing in this mind's eye, a beginner. Yes "they" have said "Photoshop" is for the weak and we should be able to do it ALL within the camera. Although in my opinion I see comments like that which is often voiced by people who call themselves professionals as shortsighted and at worst condescending. Comments as such do nothing for the beginner and his or her confidence except to make them feel inadequate about their skill with the camera. Like the camera is only a tool and not a means to an end. Then so is post editing a tool to affect an outcome in an artists minds eye.

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