After reading all the information in the forum I have attempted my first HDR using one image. I appreciate a true HDR uses multiple exposures (AEB), which I intend to try out soon. I would also like to say thanks and well done for all the valuable information offered by you guys, its been much appreciated!

My work flow:

Created three exposures from the original RAW image in CS3
Used photomatix to create a HDR file and then Tone Map
Cs3 to adjust levels, curves
Selective D&B using 50% grey
Sharpened image using the TLR sharpening kit
Removed noise using Neat Image
Applied Black & White adjustment layer


Below is the original, HDR and mono conversion.

Comments and critique please.

Looks as if you are well on your way to getting addicted..

Good Job!

Well done.

You have made a really good start with HDR....even with one image....CS3 has done a great job on the B/W too...Well done!

Patricia............:)

Very nice indeed.

Janet