Retouching images, 10 years later
Photofocus Team
We can’t get out and photograph as easily as we used to. So what are we to do? Serge Ramelli takes us through a fun exercise of retouching some of
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How to fix backlit portrait problem areas in Photoshop
Photofocus Team
In this video, Sony Artisan Chris Orwig shows us how to fix common problem areas when it comes to backlit portraits. Using Photoshop, Chris shows how to clean up things
Save time doing skin smoothing on a large portrait session
Kevin Ames
Portrait clients now expect some level of retouching on the proofs they see to make their final selections. Even a quick pass of removing blemishes using Lightroom Classic can take
My survival kit: Lights, camera and Perfectly Clear
Erin Holmstead
I was talking with my friend and fellow author, Levi Sim, the other day about how I only need three things to function as a photographer. When he asked me
Two must-haves for beauty photographers
Erin Holmstead
I have the best two must-haves for you in the beauty world right now, and I am so excited to share them with you! Can I get a drumroll please?
Portrait Tips: “It’s not about you!”
Levi Sim
This is about mindset. Somehow, late in the last century, folks became worried about how they looked in photos. People my grandparents’ and parents’ ages were very concerned about how
Beware the blur: Keeping portraits looking real
Photofocus Team
(Editor’s note: This guest article is by professional retoucher Dennis Dunbar. He has been adding the Photoshop magic to images for movie posters and ad campaigns for over 28 years. He loves
Logickeyboard provides quick shortcuts at your fingertips
Levi Sim
It may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you want to improve your workflow, but a new keyboard can be a significant upgrade. Logickeyboard makes keyboards
Portrait Tips: Quick settings for great black and whites in Lightroom Classic
Levi Sim
In classes and conferences, I’m often asked about settings for making black and white portraits. The question goes something like this, “I’m sure it’s different for every picture, but can
Portrait Tips: Utilize graduated filters to finish your portraits
Levi Sim
There I was, in a ghost town in the desert in Arizona, or Nevada — it was so remote it’s hard to be sure — with a super-telephoto zoom lens,
Portrait Tips: Automation is your best friend, part one
Levi Sim
Last week I told you about my headshot factory. I’ve used this sort of setup to photograph as many as 300 people in one day. Unfortunately, that’s the easy part
All about eyes — dark circle removal & eye sizing in Perfectly Clear
Kevin Ames
Wondering what to get the photographer on your list who has “everything?” Take a look at the Photofocus Holiday Shopping Guide for gift ideas and links. Prices start at under
Retouching portraits fast with Perfectly Clear Complete
Levi Sim
Making a picture with your camera is the first step in making a portrait, but retouching it on the computer is when you truly finish it. If you’re using tools
Portrait Tips: Retouch portraits in a batch
Levi Sim
Batch retouching is the holy grail of portrait finishing. You’ve shot a lot of good pictures you want to share, but you know your client will only buy a few.
Webinar tomorrow, 12/17: Perfecting portraits & travel photos with Erin Holmstead & Mike Hagen
Levi Sim
Levi Sim will be joined by two of our other authors, Erin Holmstead and Mike Hagen to help you learn how to make the most of your portraits and your travel photography.
Reduce the skin shine with Perfectly Clear Complete
Bryan Esler
Editor’s Note: Perfectly Clear is offering Photofocus readers a special $99 bundle, including Perfectly Clear Complete and SharkPixel presets. A $163 value! If you’re shooting portraits with on- or off-camera lighting,
Webinar Replay: Perfecting Portrait Retouching with Kristina Sherk
Levi Sim
Editor’s Note: Perfectly Clear is offering Photofocus readers a special $99 bundle, including Perfectly Clear Complete and SharkPixel presets. A $163 value! In this episode, Kristina Sherk teaches some of the
Portrait Tips: Retouching must be invisible
Levi Sim
Retouching portraits. This is an important subject and I’ll tackle it with you in pieces. You’ve had a good session with your subject and now you can utilize your computer
Live Webinar: Perfecting Portrait Retouching with Kristina Sherk, Friday, October 19, 2018
Levi Sim
We’re excited to have world-class photographer and retoucher Kristina Sherk in this webinar to help you step up your retouching. She’ll help us understand the principles behind great retouching, tips
Quick Tip: Download and install eyelash brushes for realistic eyelashes in Photoshop
Vanelli
There are many online resources that offer eyelash brushes. A simple Google search for “Eyelash Brush Photoshop” will return several great sites. I downloaded the brushes from Obsidian Dawn’s website and paid a small $3 fee for commercial use.
