“Spirit Of The Forest” is the name of a song by Korpiklaani.
It’s also the name of an album by the same artist.
And the name of an attempt I made with Photoshop.
I call it Photoshop but it was actually Paint.NET, one of the free alternatives to PS.
I know, the original is better, but my laptop doesn’t handle ‘better’, nor my wallet.
I wanted to make something about the song, but I have no skills, so I decided to play with a photo editing program. And that was the outcome.
I had to change my first draft because I was advised to go for something easier.
Easier, but flawed anyway.
The sky is really nice! It was the easiest thing to do. So easy I forgot how I did it.
The trees are very poor instead. I did what I could.
I’ll improve, or never use trees again.
Talking of trees, did you know you can help planting trees by playing a trivia quiz HERE?
The song mentions an old white wolf, but there’s no old white wolf in the picture.
There’s a Samoyed, of course.
Feel free to share your opinions, or suggestions, but keep in mind I’m touchy.
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Question of
How bad is the outcome?
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TOO BAD!
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Bad enough
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Not too bad
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Question of
Do you know how to use photo editing softwares?
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Yes
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No
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Question of
Do you know the band “Korpiklaani”?
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Yes
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No
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Question of
They play Folk Metal. Do you think you would enjoy their music?
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Yes
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No
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Maybe
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Very good photoshop work. Or should I say paintnet work? ?
Thank you! ?
Hehehe, I think Photoshop isn’t only a software, but a whole verb. ?
Like your artwork very much, it makes so mysterious mood – forest, Northern Lights, animal spirit!!! Never heard about folk metal genre, it’s curious for me to hear.
Thank you! ? Yes, folk metal is a very innovative genre. I like both metal and world/folklore music, and Korpiklaani blend the two together very well. ?
I just don’t remember when I fused with the moon up there…
As soon as I read their genre, I immediately searched for that group at YT… and I liked it! I love Metal!
Aww! ? I’m glad you see a moon, at least.
I thought it was too big and pale to look like a moon. ?
I’m really happy to know you liked their music. I never get tired of listening to metal because it comes with so many sub-genres, from the classic heavy to the peculiar folk(lore) Korpiklaani plays. ?
I can’t imagine anything else if it’s not the moon …
Hardrock & Metal with all its sub-genres is still my everyday music.
I love your artwork. So pretty. I am trying to learn how to do some stuff to use in my writing.
Thank you! ? I’m usually fine with the public domain images I find online, but I sometimes need to edit the photos and that’s when I’m forced to learn how to do so. ?
I use Pixabay most of the time or my own photos. I can edit the size of a photo, but that is about it.
I do like your art work here. I can use some editing tools of the computer but have a lot to learn
Thanks! Yes, there are many tricks and features there waiting for us to be discovered and mastered. ?
I also enjoy making art with forest spirits
I do remember seeing something from you, about the forest and its creatures. I will do more, if I feel confident enough. ?
the trick is to do all your work from a place of confidence. just don’t share it when you’re done unless you still feel confident
You’ve edited a picture beautifully. I also use some editing applications.
Aww, thank you! ? There are so many tutorials out there that editing is easier than one can ever imagine.
I thought it looks good!!
Qns 2 probably need a scale …
I’m having problem deciding if my beginner skills is a “Yes” or “No” …. lol :p
Thank you! Yes, I think you’re right about that. ?
If you know how to open a photo editing program, crop an image and/or set brightness and contrast, I’ll make it a yes. ?
You’ve very low standard for a “Yes” … :p
Nope, I have high standards for a “No”, it’s different. ??
Erm…mm… ok!! LOL ?
Great job. I have never used Photoshop. I have a few programs on my computer but rarely use them, Love the photo.
Thanks! ? I tend to edit photos quite often, just for the sake of doing so, or for decreasing their size (to take less time to upload), even those I take from the internet. I guess the same can be done with some online services.
Thanks! It’s adorable, I know. Just a little ‘out of context’, maybe. ?
You did very well indeed. At least this is my opinion. Of course I have no idea how to use any of the software you mentionned and the only editing that I do is with the good old Microsoft Word. Everything is lovely in that picture, especially the sky and even the trees and that lonely samoyed.
Microsoft Word has some complex features, it takes skills, experience and knowledge like any other program. ?
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed the little good of my ‘work’! ?
You did it well. It’s a lovely work of art. I am using some online editing applications such as Pic Monkey, Crello and Canva.
Thank you! I didn’t know there were online editing apps. ?