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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,...

09 Jan

Fundamentals, Software for Retouching

DNG File Format – Pros and Cons

DNG Format is an Adobe product for formatting images so users can share them across different Adobe software platforms. The acronym is an abbreviation for Digital NeGative. DNG is...

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...

02 Jan

Industry & Community News, Software for Retouching

Darktable Now Available in Windows Too

Beginner photographers and retouchers who are looking for free alternatives to Adobe subscription software until their hobby turns into a freelance business, may be delighted to know that Darktable,...

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,...

26 Dec

Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial, Working With Colors

How to Tone Images With Adjustment Layers in Photoshop

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,...

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...

11 Dec

Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial, Working With Colors

Color Grading with Color Lookup Tables in Photoshop

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...

06 Dec

Industry & Community News, Software for Retouching

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

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...

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...

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,...

27 Nov

Efficiency & Productivity, Real World Practices, Video Tutorial

How to Quickly Clean Studio Backdrops in Photoshop

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...

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...

20 Nov

Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial

Quickly Learn the Curvature Pen Tool in Photoshop CC 2018

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...

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...

13 Nov

Video Tutorial, Working With Colors

Using Gradient Maps to Color Grade Your Photographs

January 7, 2019
Posted by Kendra Paige
color grading, gradients, working with colors
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Color grading images is an essential aspect of post-production. Just as films are always color graded to instill a certain aesthetic or mood, the same is often true when...

08 Nov

Fundamentals, Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial

14 Lightroom Tips to Speed up Your Workflow

January 7, 2019
Posted by Kendra Paige
lightroom, shortcuts
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Adobe Lightroom contains a plethora of hidden settings and shortcuts that can make photo-editing a breeze. This helpful tutorial by photographer, Evan Ranft will guide you through his top...

07 Nov

Real World Practices, Video Tutorial, Working With Colors

How to Quickly Add Color to a Gray Background in Photoshop

January 7, 2019
Posted by Kendra Paige
background, refining selections, working with colors
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A neutral gray backdrop is a staple of any studio setup, a versatile choice that can be easily adapted for various lighting situations. However, too much of a good...

02 Nov

Software for Retouching, Video Tutorial

Brush Stroke Smoothing in Photoshop CC 2018

July 18, 2022
Posted by Kendra Paige
CC2018, Healing Brush, healing brush settings
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One of the many new features brought to the Photoshop CC 2018 update, was the introduction of a new brush smoothing algorithm. These new tools grant a more polished...

01 Nov

Fundamentals, High-End Beauty & Fashion, Software for Retouching

Blurring – Clarifying Some Misconceptions

As any resourceful retoucher would know, there is a strict low tolerance towards over-blurring in the high-end retouching community. On online forums where retouchers post their work for online...

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Six Reasons Why You Might Not Be Getting Retouching Jobs

DNG File Format – Pros and Cons

Six Retouching Issues to Prevent Before The Capture

Darktable Now Available in Windows Too

Getting Started with Essential Adjustments in Capture One 11

How to Tone Images With Adjustment Layers in Photoshop

6 Tricks for Better Performance With a Wacom Tablet

Color Grading with Color Lookup Tables in Photoshop

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

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

Buyer’s Guide to the Best Monitors for Retouching

How to Quickly Clean Studio Backdrops in Photoshop

5 Ways to Fix Poor Ergonomics at Your Desk While Retouching

Quickly Learn the Curvature Pen Tool in Photoshop CC 2018

The Differences Between Levels and Curves in Photoshop

Using Gradient Maps to Color Grade Your Photographs

14 Lightroom Tips to Speed up Your Workflow

How to Quickly Add Color to a Gray Background in Photoshop

Brush Stroke Smoothing in Photoshop CC 2018

Blurring – Clarifying Some Misconceptions

The Industry Is Moving. We Track What’s Changing, So You Don’t Have To.

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