Image retouching tutorial on Squidoo

I have just created a lens over at Squidoo demonstrating how I go about retouching the Marine Corps historical posters. There is some specific info on how I scan images, as well as some advice on working with original images versus duplicate data. If you are into that sort of thing, check it out: :)

Squidoo Lens

-Jason

"Christy Girl" Recruiting Poster

Hi,
We have just posted a beautiful print by Howard Chandler Christy. It is an iconic recruiting poster featuring one of his famous "Christy Girls". They were dubbed that nick-name because of the unique look of his illustration style.

You can take a look at the poster with some great close-ups here.

One of the unique things about this poster is the marine Corps flag in the background. It is the Eagle, Globe, and Anchor on a blue field rather than red.

-Jason

Time-lapse Restoration

Here is a time-lapse video of a poster being digitally restored. The poster is by Howard Chandler Christy. It is a good example of the original "Christy Girl" that became famous during the era of World War I.




I really like this poster, not only is it a great image, but it is also interesting in that unlike most recruiting posters of the time, it features a woman in uniform.

There is a fun detail in the background of the painting. Note that there is a Marine Corps flag being carried into battle; in front of the American flag. Nicely done! But the American flag is higher, and rightfully so.

-Jason