Swim or Not to Swim

[CaboWabo]

So I have been trying to get this HDR thing right any help would be nice maybe to cartoony for some but I dunno thats why I am here learning

 

[480sparky]

You would have a hard time convincing me that was HDR if I saw it in any other forum section.

 

[Bynx]

Not enough Highlight smoothing which caused the dirty sky look and the halo around the trees. Back off on the magenta and the colors will look more natural.

 

[CaboWabo]

Thanks Bynx I am still learning at least you gave me some suggestions on how to fix things . I will try again soon

 

[Compaq]

I'd also try a different angle on the sign. I'd like to see more of the water. Could you have moved more to the left?

 

[that1guy]

thats not HDR what software are you using?