First go with 'texture' processing

[fokker]

Saw some shots processed like this on flickr and really liked the look so I thought I'd give it a go.

Let me know what you think!

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4026/4579632058_e55a1c5743.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4022/4579458492_8f66033a75.jpg

[cortisolman]

I think it works really well with the pumpkins, it makes me think, did they have cameras back then? Hmmm that was an incoherent comment, but maybe you understand.

[fokker]

Thanks cortisolman - I get what you mean, and that is the look I was going for so I'm glad it worked.

Here's another one I tried today:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4043/4580889016_883f63e418.jpg

[StanW]

It's a matter of opnion. Texture screens were often used when enlarging. I don't think they work well in a picture with fine detail, as in your last.