Textures: Concrete, Paint, Glass Dress Up Portraits

One of the most popular things going in Fine Art Prints right now is the use of textures. A texture is an effect applied to a photograph to make it look aged, weathered, or distressed. Its like acid wash for your jeans, but its for photography. There is not a set program that does this, nor is there a certain method, its really up to the photographer to decide what looks good for each given shot. I've been experimenting with textures on some of my favorite shots from my Fall Family Lifestyle Sessions. Here are a couple of the results. The effect is subtle, but I like the aged look it gives the photo, especially when compared to the original, unprocessed versions. Click on the photo to see a larger version and the detail.