Jeez, I think I'm glad I wasn't here for the apparent mudslinging that must have been going on...

In regards to the comment I posted earlier regarding Dodger's vendetta against me, I would like to reenforce the fact that there is no actual conflict between Dodger and myself. Any jibes we throw at one another we are both well aware are simply in good fun. Were anything serious to come of any conflict developed (and it's really tough to imagine why something like that would ever happen), the forums would not be the place in which to handle them...and I'd like ot think that we're all sophisticated enough not to let something like that occur.

In regards to the challenge at hand, I will admit that with this particular effect, I'm not certain that I have a 100% answer. It would appear to be the result of the clouds and displacement filters, probably used more than once, but I cannot for certain say.

I will admit defeat and have a pizza delivered to Dodger, on one condition. The challenge I stated was not totally clear, and Dodger posted a challenge to me in regards to Photoshop technique, rather than functionality...which from now on, will be the terms of the challenge. There are always more than ways to achieve results than any one person could develop on their own, and leaving the challenge open in that regard, well, let's just say I'd probably keep Domino's in business for a couple years.

So, my condition is based on two things. Firstly Dodger, since you stated the same challenge, I'd like you to tell me how the above image was achieved...using no filters, no layer effects, and no custom brushes or actions. Secondly, a vote from the members that have so far participated in this little exchange. If I am in fact wrong about Dodger's technique, considering the rules of the challenge, do I still owe him a pizza?