Very nice image.
I use Photoshop CS2 as my go-to image manipulation software. I have also played with GIMP, but, as I had been using Photoshop for many years, it is still my first choice.
I, too, disagree with the notion of subscription software which is why I have never 'upgraded' from CS2. I have found that the main limiting factor with the software is me. It can do so much more than my skills permit. :-)
I've always thought that if the software or hardware are not holding back ones creativity, then there is no need to upgrade anyway.

Thank you for your comment. I agree the limiting factor for any software is definitely myself. I started with PS4 then PS5 then PS7 for many years. I just felt it was time for an upgrade. Does not hurt to try and stretch your mind, keeps your mind from getting into a rut.

superb composition

Thank you very kindly.

A most epic looking setting and marvelous project for your learning curve! This turned out fantastic! Many fine kudos from me!

i would not want a subscription also. you might get a refund with in 30 days at the bay. but this scene is so fabulous to view,

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Super image !

Thanks very much.

Superb and cinematic scene. Excellent :)

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Awesome scene, I have a CS2 on one of my pc's and gets the job gone. I have the subscription too and like the newer features as well. I use Photoshop to add light bloom effects to a lot of my work, I still have a lot to learn so I will definitely check that you tube out.

I have been using PS for years and following along to create this was fairly easy, but coming up with the content for new and unique art is very challenging for me. I am amazed at Learning Screen's talent for creating new art.

This is fantastic work!

Thank you very kindly.

ein fantastische Arbeit dafür gibs ein Sternchen

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I love this very beautiful looking image, it’s very well done.

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I have had psp before, but I did not enjoy having them constantly send popups wanting me to purchase the newest version.

Paint shop pro does the same thing. if I wanted their product which I do not want it, I would simply purchase it. I almost hate both companies, or at least the programmers

Not sure what popups you were getting. My first photoshop was Photoshop 4 released 1996 and then PS7 not PSCS6. None of them have popups.

your lighting really makes this very special

Thanks for your comment. Using the brush tool with a feathered edge and the correct pressure the god rays are painted in, then by dabbing the brush to make spots and using a Gaussian blur the fog is created. Learning Screen takes each photo and adjusts the levels until he gets the right brightness and contrast of each photo to make them blend so they all appear to belong in the image. The edge lighting and shadow of each object like the (gazebo and tower) are also brushed in to give the correct lighting effect.

You should watch one or two of Learning Screen videos on YouTuber very talented individual.

This is such lovely work. You are talented there is no doubt!

Thank you for your comment. I wish I could take full credit, but I just recreated something that someone else created and shared the process. Still, you do need to be familiar with Photoshop to recreate it. However, just knowing how the tools work does not help in creating something new. I need the creative imagination to come up with something new and unique on my own.

An impressive and magnificent composition that far surpasses anything AI is supposed to do. Photoshop is powerful, but it's not as easy to tame as it first appears. You can be very proud of yourself!

Thank you for your comment. I was thinking it is kind of like what an AI might do. Take parts of different photos add some lighting, shadow, brush effects, etc. Create something totally different. I am still learning the tools in CS6. So far so good.

They are lucky that everything is under control at the forest, It looks like a hole through but good work on this..

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Stellar composition, amazing feeling.

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this is beautiful work, the depth of the scene and the details that bring this to life with movement and nature.... this is spectacular!

Thank you very much. I just got CS6 extended and what better way to learn what it can do than a tutorial.

I'm impressed that you were able to recreate such a complex project, even though you don't have all the tools, strands hint in the latest version of CC. This shows your creativity and skill in using the tools available; thank you!!!