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2.5 - Quality Standards : Over Filtering

While it has been argued whether photographers should post-edit their photos or leave that to the designers, some images can benefit from touch-ups to grab more viewers attention. Whether you are cross-possessing colors or applying filters for desired effects, the end result should be a photo that can still be molded into a design. There is no definitive line to what editing makes or breaks a great images, but inspectors judge images based on quality, composition and usability.

Do Submit:

Cross processed colors		Grayscale & sepia versions
Do Not Submit:

Simple one process filters, such as cutout.		Overly high contrast that compromises image quality