You might think Thailand during this time of month is hpt, but this year it’s a different story. During the past few days a cold front has swept through the northern and mid parts of Thailand causing the temperature to drop around 65 degrees Fahrenheit. I was hoping it to be cool during my visit but I wasn’t expecting it to be this cold. Heck… I almost got sick because of it, but I’m starting to feel better now ;-) That’s all I need… being sick during a 26 hour flight back home, that would be miserable.
This is how the folks here warm up. Instead of using a furnace or fireplace they burn coal in a small kiln pot. The pot is then put underneath a wooden platform for the kids to sit and play on. In this photo the kids are outside but during nighttime they take the platform inside the house to sleep on. Yes I know this is a recipe for disaster but this is how it’s been done for ages… I’m assuming with little incidence since they’re still doing it now.
This is a single exposure HDR tone mapped from one RAW file using Photomatix Pro. HDR photo processed using Captain Kimo’s new Photoshop action designed for people. This HDR portrait action requires the use of Topaz Plugins. The new Photoshop action will be available soon so sign-up for Captain Kimo’s monthly newsletter for the latest updates.
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Software Used for Processing Photo:
Photomatix – Used for creating high dynamic range.
Topaz Adjust – Photoshop plugin used to enhance details.
Topaz DeNoise – Photoshop plugin used to eliminate noise.
Topaz Clean – Photoshop plugin used to smooth pixels.
Topaz Simplify – Photoshop plugin used for artistic affect.
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Photography Style: Single Exposure HDR Portrait
Digital Camera Used: Canon 5D Mark2
Lens Used: Canon 17-35mm f/2.8L USM
Photo Location: Buriram, Issan, Thailand