did you desaturate all levels except red?

No desauration. This white feather was dipped in red paint and held by a white glove in front of a white construction board. with a small light to generate the shadow. I then used levels and some contrast to blend all of the whites together. It didn't effect the red. I have other shots without the light which show more texture.

Here's another take on the same shot that's less blown out. Better !

oh, was just curious. the other shot was great (and so is this)

Kellie, your comments and suggestions are always welcomed. They help.

it specifically says in the theme description that pens are not allowed. Nice shot though.

Thanks, it would be good if i could read.

I'm glad you retook the picture with the same concept because it was nice I like this.

I like this one too

I like it very much. Might have been nice to have some writing on a page too

Beautiful

Thanks!

Very cool.

Thanks!

congrats, well deserved.

Nice Job Congrats on first place Win

Only nitpick I would have is the top of the paper airplane cropped out on the top of the photo but other than that, nice setup. GL!

well done

Awesome idea.