Author Topic: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA  (Read 1441 times)

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McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
« 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."
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Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
« Reply #1 on: Saturday 11 May 19 21:28 BST (UK) »
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Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
« Reply #2 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
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Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
« Reply #3 on: Saturday 11 May 19 21:35 BST (UK) »
Shame not more to work on:  Sure you will get more restores!


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Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
« Reply #4 on: Saturday 11 May 19 22:31 BST (UK) »
My try, John.

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Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
« Reply #5 on: Sunday 12 May 19 01:08 BST (UK) »
My try. :)
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Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
« Reply #6 on: Sunday 12 May 19 01:20 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
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Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
« Reply #7 on: Sunday 12 May 19 01:23 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
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Re: McCracken Family Photo from Northwest Florida, USA
« Reply #8 on: Sunday 12 May 19 02:03 BST (UK) »
It's really nice to get such a wonderful response. Thank you, Billy. :D
Peter
Convicts: COSIER (1791); LEADBEATER (1791); SINGLETON (& PARKINSON) (1792); STROUD (1793); BARNES (aka SYDNEY) (1800); DAVIS (1804); CLARK (1806); TYLER (1810); COWEN (1818); ADAMS[ON] (1821); SMITH (1827); WHYBURN (1827); HARBORNE (1828).
Commoners: DOUGAN (1844); FORD (1849); JOHNSTON (1850); BEATTIE (& LONG) (1856); BRICKLEY (1883).
Outlaws: MCGREGOR (1883) & ass. clans, Glasgow, Glenquaich, Glenalmond and Glengyle.