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beginner mistakes in photoshop and how to fix them
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08 Feb
Fundamentals, Real World Practices, Software for Retouching

The Top Beginner Mistakes in Photoshop and How to Fix Them

  • January 13, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • adobe photoshop, beauty retouching
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Learning Photoshop can be an intimidating endeavor for many beginning retouchers, as there are literally thousands of techniques that the software is capable of. The fact that many people...

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lightroom shortcuts for a faster workflow
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07 Feb
Efficiency & Productivity, Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial

Lightroom Shortcuts to Speed Up Your Workflow

  • January 13, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • adobe lightroom, post-production
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Adobe Lightroom is a robust application with many features under the hood for photographers and retouchers. Leveraging all of its capabilities requires an amount of familiarization, and this three-minute...

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color grading with color balance in capture one pro by zoe noble
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01 Feb
Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial, Working With Colors

How to Color Grade using the Color Balance Tool in Capture One Pro

  • January 13, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • capture one, color grading
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Color goes a long way in creating a strong first impression with viewers, making it an essential part of every image maker’s workflow. In this video tutorial by Zoë Noble,...

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31 Jan
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One-Click Subject Selection Is Here and It Is Glorious

  • January 13, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • adobe photoshop, hair retouching, photoshop tools
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With the January 2018 update to Photoshop CC 2018, users gained one of the most anticipated features to date: Select Subject. Powered by Adobe Sensei, their enigmatic AI, the...

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24 Jan
Video Tutorial

How to Cut Out Hair Quickly in Photoshop

  • January 13, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • beauty retouching, composites, hair retouching
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Masking out hair is often one of the most challenging and time-consuming tasks that a retoucher can have. This incredibly handy tutorial by Nathaniel Dodson of tutvid demonstrates how...

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18 Jan
Fundamentals, Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial

Understanding Blending Modes in Photoshop

  • March 1, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • blending modes, fundamentals, photoshop
  • 2 comments
Whether you are color grading, manipulating tones, or creating a composite, understanding blending modes will help you achieve the desired result. This crash course by Jesús Ramirez of the...

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tricks for speeding up your photoshop workflow
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16 Jan
Efficiency & Productivity, Video Tutorial

Four Tricks to Speed Up Your Workflow in Photoshop

  • March 25, 2024
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • efficiency & productivity, retouching education
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There are many methods for increasing your productivity while working in Adobe Photoshop, but they're not always obvious. This useful tutorial by Kevin Roodhorst demonstrates four ways for taking...

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reasons why you are not getting retouching jobs
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11 Jan
Business & Clients, Successful Retouching Business

Six Reasons Why You Might Not Be Getting Retouching Jobs

  • January 13, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • retouching business, retouching education, working with clients
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Being a freelance retoucher in the beauty, fashion, and commercial industries can be incredibly competitive. Gaining loyal, repeat clients should be the top priority of every retoucher. In the beginning,...

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09 Jan
Efficiency & Productivity, Real World Practices

Six Retouching Issues to Prevent Before The Capture

  • January 13, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • beauty retouching, commercial retouching, skin retouching
The old adage of “time is money” could not be truer for retouchers, as our detail-oriented work demands hours of our time. For photographers that retouch their own work, the...

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01 Jan
Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial

Getting Started with Essential Adjustments in Capture One 11

  • January 13, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • capture one, raw format
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For those interested in switching to Capture One 11 as their primary RAW image editor, this quick introductory video is a great place to start your transition. In this tutorial,...

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26 Dec
Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial, Working With Colors

How to Tone Images With Adjustment Layers in Photoshop

  • January 13, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • color grading, working with colors
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There is no understating the importance of thoughtful color when it comes to post-production. Regardless of the genre of photography, color impacts the viewer’s perception of mood, texture, atmosphere,...

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20 Dec
Hardware & Tools, Video Tutorial

6 Tricks for Better Performance With a Wacom Tablet

  • January 13, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • Wacom, wacom settings
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For any professional retoucher, a graphics tablet is a necessity. However, there is an initial adjustment period, and like many tools, there are many customization options and little-known features. In...

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11 Dec
Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial, Working With Colors

Color Grading with Color Lookup Tables in Photoshop

  • January 13, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • 3Dluts, color grading, color lookup
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A hidden gem within Photoshop is the Color Lookup Adjustment Layer, which utilizes LUTs for a different approach to color grading images. This lightning-fast tutorial by tutvid will give...

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06 Dec
Industry & Community News, Software for Retouching

Powerful New Tools for One-Click Selections Coming Soon to Photoshop

  • January 13, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • adobe photoshop, selections
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Adobe Sensei, which is Adobe’s AI machine-learning apparatus, has been the backbone for much of the powerful innovations brought to their applications. Recently, Adobe teased a new feature that removes...

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04 Dec
Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial, Working With Colors

Phase One Releases Capture One 11 With New Features & Improved Performance

  • January 13, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • capture one 11, phase one, raw converter
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Phase One has recently launched Capture One 11 with an impressive host of new features for retouchers and photographers alike. Capture One has enjoyed increasing popularity among professionals for...

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29 Nov
Hardware & Tools, Working With Colors

Buyer’s Guide to the Best Monitors for Retouching

  • January 22, 2025
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • monitor for retouchers, photography display, retouching monitor
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The end of the year is an opportune time to invest in your business or add a smart purchase to your holiday wish list. In a retoucher’s quest for quality,...

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27 Nov
Efficiency & Productivity, Real World Practices, Video Tutorial

How to Quickly Clean Studio Backdrops in Photoshop

  • January 7, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • backdrop, background, paper backdrops
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Paper backdrops are a staple within any studio setup as they offer a wide range of colors at a reasonable price. The downside, however, is that the paper becomes dirty...

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21 Nov
Efficiency & Productivity, Video Tutorial

5 Ways to Fix Poor Ergonomics at Your Desk While Retouching

  • January 19, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • good retouching habits, healthy habits for retouchers, retouching ergonomics
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Sitting at your desk for hours on end culling through photographs or retouching can begin to wreak havoc on your body.  Practicing smart ergonomic techniques can save you from neck...

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20 Nov
Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial

Quickly Learn the Curvature Pen Tool in Photoshop CC 2018

  • January 7, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • curvature pen tool, pen tool, photoshop
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The Curvature Pen Tool is one of the most exciting new features brought to Photoshop CC 2018, making selecting and masking a breeze.  This quick video tutorial will have you...

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15 Nov
Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial

The Differences Between Levels and Curves in Photoshop

  • January 7, 2019
  • Posted by Kendra Paige
  • curves, levels, photoshop
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During the journey to become proficient with Adobe Photoshop, two tools - Levels and Curves - will likely beg the question: what is the difference between them? This video by...

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