How can I detect if a photograph has been faked? Differences

You can check the lighting sources, zoom in and check for differences in resolution between the different parts of the image and try enhancing the edges.

Expert advice around these parts also recommends the free Adapative Equalization plugin for bringing out hidden details:

www.reindeergraphics.com/free.shtml#adapteq

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Emperor

(Created by Emperor on 09-20-2005 17:18)
+(Edited by Emperor on 09-20-2005 20:55)