Buddha Pattern

Buddha pattern

Below I was given the task to create a seamless pattern, I chose Siddhartha for this pattern also known as the Buddha.
Original Image: 
http://www.freeimages.com/photo/buddha-1310506
 
Channels Pallet.
Layers Pallet
 
I created a path using the pen tool to crop out Buddha from the black background.  Afterwards using the eraser tool to clean things up and smooth out the edges. 
I really played around with the curves adjustment layer to create the deep purple with that green highlight effect in the Buddha's
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