12. Neon Glow

I used this tutorial (#3) to create a neon glow. Here is the image before the effect:

with the glow:

11. Filter the Background

I used this tutorial (#2) and had fun experimenting with different filters, and found the watercolor filter a good fit.

Original photo taken at University of Richmond

Watercolor filter, main subject untouched.

Another photo from that day at the music festival that I can't resist sharing. 

Superhero Meeting

The college kids got a kick of seeing these guys jump around and shoot webs.