To begin our journey, we’re going to retouch some challenge areas on our model’s skin. We take the time to make them feel comfortable in front of the camera do the same to make them feel comfortable with the retouching process. The tools in Photoshop will enhance the image, but you are the artist behind those tools. Take the time to give credit where it is due and remind them that you are the artist who will use your skill. A common request you’ll hear is, “Photoshop can fix that, right?” I always use words like retouch or enhance rather than fix or correct when speaking with a client. Being in front of the camera is a vulnerable process for any client having all of their perceived flaws on display can be frightening. One of the first and most important steps to retouching-especially if you will be representing your work to the client-is to use the right language. I also strongly advise using a pen tablet over a mouse your art will only improve with the control a pen allows you. I recommend that you use the most current version of Photoshop (which is available as a monthly plan from Adobe). In this article, I discuss the most important step in retouching, then explore the basics of retouching skin, enhancing eye color with blending modes and layer masks, and, finally, problem-solving stray hairs. To this day, I still use some of the original processes and tools for retouching. I began teaching myself how to retouch images with Photoshop version 4.0 (Photoshop CC 2018 is considered version 19). It takes time to learn all the tricks to problem-solve every unique image you retouch, but with consistent practice and dedication, you’ll soon be on your way to mastering this art form. Don’t let this discourage you from trying various methods and making them your own. There are several third-party programs that can help you achieve your goal to varying levels of success. There are countless ways to retouch skin or enhance an eye. True masters of retouching, like Nino Batista and Pratik Naik, take several hours, even days, to complete a single image. If you are truly gifted, it can be very rewarding as a career.īefore we go any further, let’s establish that retouching is complex, time consuming and downright hard. It is a complex skill to master but comes with a great sense of fulfillment. Retouching is as much of an art form as photography itself. Retouching Senior Portraits in Photoshop CC with David Byrd
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