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Title: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: BillyBowlegs on Saturday 11 May 19 19:18 BST (UK)
Dear Rootschatters,

At only 20 Kb, I'm afraid there might not be much to work with here, but would it be possible for someone to restore and color this little photo?

This is Michael J. McCracken's mother who grew up to be a fine looking woman. Since it's Mother's Day, I thought it would be nice if I could surprise my friend Michael with a better image of his mother as a little girl.

Would it be possible for someone to help me with this please if you think it's possible?

Many thanks for your kind help.

Best Regards,

Billy

PS- Here are some comments from Michael McCracken about the photo:

 "He was from France and my Mom was actually born in Haiti. Her mom was from France and her dad was a US Marine stationed there. Not totally sure but her grandfather I think owned a cafe in Haiti. I have some more pics that were taken in Haiti. It seemed a paradise back then."
Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: japeflakes on Saturday 11 May 19 21:28 BST (UK)
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Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: BillyBowlegs on Saturday 11 May 19 21:33 BST (UK)
WOW! That's a Great job japeflakes!

You did a wonderful job of cleaning up and framing this old photo.

Thank you so much for using your talent and skill to improve this old family photo.  :D

All the best,

Billy
Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: japeflakes on Saturday 11 May 19 21:35 BST (UK)
Shame not more to work on:  Sure you will get more restores!
Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: hoobaloo on Saturday 11 May 19 22:31 BST (UK)
My try, John.
Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: McGroger on Sunday 12 May 19 01:08 BST (UK)
My try. :)
Peter
Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: BillyBowlegs on Sunday 12 May 19 01:20 BST (UK)
Quote from: hoobaloo on Saturday 11 May 19 22:31 BST (UK)
My try, John.

That's really beautiful, John.

I really like how you put the gleam in their eyes. It makes them look more alive,

Thank you so much for doing such a beautiful job.

Best Regards,

Billy
Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: BillyBowlegs on Sunday 12 May 19 01:23 BST (UK)
Quote from: McGroger on Sunday 12 May 19 01:08 BST (UK)
My try. :)
Peter

Thank you Peter. You really smoothed out all the wrinkles and cracks in that old photo.

I really like the pink frame also.

It looks very beautiful and I really appreciate your efforts!

Fabulous Job!

Thanks again.

Billy
Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: McGroger on Sunday 12 May 19 02:03 BST (UK)
It's really nice to get such a wonderful response. Thank you, Billy. :D
Peter
Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: tomkin on Sunday 12 May 19 10:49 BST (UK)

 One from me Billy :D
Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: Trishanne on Sunday 12 May 19 15:47 BST (UK)
Here's one from me
Pat
Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: BillyBowlegs on Sunday 12 May 19 16:24 BST (UK)
Quote from: tomkin on Sunday 12 May 19 10:49 BST (UK)

 One from me Billy :D
Tomkin, That is TRULY beautiful. I love the colors you used, They are so vibrant, especially the blue background.

What amazing skill and talent you have.

Thank you so much for taking the time to do such a fabulous job on this old photo.

Great work!

all the best,

Billy
Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: BillyBowlegs on Sunday 12 May 19 16:26 BST (UK)
Quote from: Trishanne on Sunday 12 May 19 15:47 BST (UK)
Here's one from me
Pat

Hi Pat,

Your skills and talent only get better and better over time. I can't believe you were able to get that old photo to look so beautiful.

Thank you so much once again for tackling one of my old photos!

Best Regards,

Billy
Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: skippy2 on Monday 13 May 19 14:11 BST (UK)
A go from me.

Cheers,

Skippy
Title: Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
Post by: BillyBowlegs on Tuesday 14 May 19 06:02 BST (UK)
Quote from: skippy2 on Monday 13 May 19 14:11 BST (UK)
A go from me.

Cheers,

Skippy

Thanks Skippy! That is really quite a beautiful rendition.

I love the soft pastel colors and the delicate skin tones.

You really did a wonderful job of bringing that old family picture back to life!

Thank you so much. You really have a great talent!

all the best,

Billy