Sochi Olympic Park: Russian Fake

German Formula One racer Sebastian Vettel came to Russia to test their new track, but I worry that his car is up to regulation.

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Vettel might be the youngest Formula One driver to win three consecutive championships, but he’s far from the youngest to appear in such a blatant and unnecessary photoshop. Though, if that car wasn’t there, I wouldn’t be sure if Russia was building a race track or showing off the remnants of Chernobyl.

Thanks Sahir. You can see the original on ESPNF1.

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Essure: Not so sure…

A photoshop involving a bunch of naked children  - wait, let me finish!

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That many kids and you can still afford a bathroom with elegant taps, stone walls, and a three-foot deep sink basin? Granted, if there’s a time to use Photoshop, it’s to avoid a photo shoot involving a half-dozen soap-covered children in the bathroom.

Thanks Andrew. You can see the original on the Essure site.

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Tiny Toddler: Normal on Drugs

This ad proves that child-trafficking is a bigger problem when the kids can literally fit in the kidnapper’s pocket.

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Pst, hey – want a kid? Two ounces, it’s good stuff.

I’m not entirely clear what the advertisement is saying – something about child trafficking and drugs. Regardless, I can only assume from that tiny tot’s expression that he’s on something good.

Thanks Flávio. This mini baby ad in an airport in Southern Brazil. The ad reads: “Adopt your kid before a drug dealer does it. Talk to your kid about the problem of drugs”.

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Lord & Taylor: Oh lord…

They say you’re the sum of your parts – but where you get those parts is up to you and your photoshopper.

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Let’s hear your thoughts on this one, readers. Do we have a model example of Frankenstein’s monster, or are this woman’s proportions just a touch misleading in spots?

Thanks Rhet. You can see the original on the Lord & Taylor.

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Photoshop Round-Up: Links We Love

Another productive week is behind us!  We have to give all of last week’s PS disasters a big thumbs up – make that two thumbs up – but we still couldn’t be happier that we made it to the weekend without going to pieces.  Let’s see what else has been happening in Photoshop news lately, shall we?

  • 37 Professional Photoshoppers Who Should Be Fired Immediately.  [BuzzFeed]
  • “There’s nothing wrong with the design, just tune it up.”  (???!)  [Clients From Hell]

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  • Newcastle Brown Ale releases funny ad: “Handcrafted by master brewers, and hand-Photoshopped by underpaid interns.”  [HuffPost Business]
  • A few cases of Photoshop “Giraffic Design.”  [Smosh]

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  • 17 Group Photos That Are Definitely Not Photoshopped. (Yes, that’s sarcasm) [BuzzFeed]
  • 15 New Animal Species Bred In Photoshop. [Bored Panda]

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  • Calvin & Hobbes Placed Into Real Photos.  [Ned Hardy]
  • Photoshopped Real Estate Listings Turn Into Not-So-Real Estate.  [AOL Real Estate]

Thanks for reading, and we’ll see you back here on Monday with more disasters.  Be sure to join us on FacebookTwitter, and Google+ for daily fun and entertainment!

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Spot The Disaster: BJ’s Wholesale Club

It’s time once again to test your skills and Spot The Disaster!

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This is a subtle one, but that doesn’t make it any less inexplicable.  I mean really, why did they bother?  Let us know what you think in the comments.

This image appeared in BJ’s Summer 2013 member journal.  It was submitted by our fabulous reader, Dara, via our Facebook page.

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Westfield: The Right Side

When you use Photoshop, less is more and there’s no “right” setting. Also, don’t take those instructions too literally.

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If your selfie looks like this, you need to check your camera or  you need to check with your doctor. A sassy pose like that loses some credibility when one armpit is askew and the other arm is more akin to a toothpick than a limb.

Thanks Neal. The original can be found in Westfield Shopping Centres in Australia.

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Deep River Snacks: The Unnatural Life

Considering their slogan is “Enjoy Life Naturally,” you’d think at least one part of this picture would be, y’know – natural.

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The only part of this picture that looks semi-correct  is that outlet – which is a nice touch in a chip advert, Deep River. Does that floor have a drop shadow? Curiosity abound with the table’s misty black aura and the middle picture’s trend-setting upward shadow, too. Getting that dog out of the picture is animal rescue at this point.

Thanks Alexander! You can find the original on the Deep River Facebook page.

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