My first week of joining Texture Twist at Life -n- Reflection. 
I kept it simple this week. Not really simple for me but I'm guessing for the more experienced texture enthusiasts this is a simple application.
I used the Life In Reflection Sugar Cookie texture on 2 layers with blending modes soft and hard light. Adjusted the opacity of the hard light layer, removed some of the texture with the eraser tool, flattened and saved.
Applying textures is still so new to me and I have a lot to learn. I welcome your tips and suggestions. What would you have done differently to this photo?
Jill, I love it!! Like you removed the texture from the flower in focus! Thanks for linking up!
Posted by: Kristy Life n Reflection Photography | March 26, 2011 at 08:53 AM
Jill, I love it!! Like you removed the texture from the flower in focus! Thanks for linking up!
Posted by: Kristy Life n Reflection Photography | March 26, 2011 at 08:53 AM
I love textures. This photo makes me want to go play!
Posted by: Cheri | March 26, 2011 at 08:58 AM
Very pretty, love it!
Posted by: Tara | March 26, 2011 at 02:56 PM
This is a gorgeous shot...simply classy!!!
Posted by: Becky | March 26, 2011 at 07:51 PM
Beautiful, Jill! Really nice!
Posted by: Courtney | March 26, 2011 at 08:54 PM
I think it's just the right touch. I haven't attempted any textures yet - one day...
Posted by: Barbara Shallue | March 26, 2011 at 11:04 PM
Pretty one!
Happy spring.
Posted by: Regina | March 27, 2011 at 03:20 AM
Thanks Cheri!
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | March 27, 2011 at 04:50 AM
Thanks so much Kristy.
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | March 27, 2011 at 04:50 AM
Thank you Tara :)
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | March 27, 2011 at 06:54 AM
Jill, you did a great job. I find textures extremely addictive. Great to meet you. :)
Posted by: Nancy | March 27, 2011 at 07:59 AM
Very nice job -- I like the subtle tone-on-tone.
Posted by: Elise | March 27, 2011 at 01:31 PM
Really great work, it is very beautiful:)
Posted by: Henrietta | March 27, 2011 at 02:50 PM
Oh wow this is beautiful!!
Texture Twist
Posted by: Kim,USA | March 27, 2011 at 09:21 PM
great job! it's beautiful!
Posted by: Mom Photographer | March 28, 2011 at 02:04 AM
Thank you!
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | March 28, 2011 at 04:09 AM
Thank you Elise.
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | March 28, 2011 at 04:22 AM
I agree. Textures are addictive!
Jill Conyers
My Blog: http://jillconyers.typepad.com/
How often in life we complete a task that was beyond the capability of the person we were when we started it. ~Robert Brault
Posted by: jillconyers | March 28, 2011 at 04:28 AM
Very pretty! I like how you combined soft light and hard light to get that hazy look, especially with the other flower being blurred in the background.
Posted by: Artistically Amy | March 28, 2011 at 09:30 AM