
This mini-course is the first of three dodge and burn methods for creating a painterly portrait image.

In this mini-course, Richard quickly goes over two methods to help control the shadows.

Retouching images that were shot in small spaces comes with it’s own challenges. Learn how to manipulate the RAW file to make the light look softer – giving the illusion that you used a large modifier in a big space, while also dealing with hot spots or drastic light falloff.

Be inspired by Kara Marie’s philosophies and discover why boudoir is a powerful genre of photography. Kara Marie starts by discussing the importance of building your client’s confidence. Your client needs to feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera in order to create beautiful boudoir images. She then dives into a key fundamental that is essentials for any type of photographer: establishing your target demographic.

Extractions and selections are something that can be overly complicated and frustrating. I want to spend time breaking them down in a way that makes sense so it’s easy for people to do. Whether it’s trying cut out backdrops and swap in colors, add textures, or sampling hair, this module will provide you with a game plan on how to go about it. This step by step method should do the trick.

The Retouching Series from Pratik Naik, one of the most renowned retouchers on the market, will take your workflow to a new level.

Step into Lara’s home studio and watch her create stunning fashion images in her living room! Learn all of her tips for shooting at home, how to utilize your space and make it work effectively when you don’t have a studio space of your own. Don’t forget to download her recommended list of equipment to get you started in your own home studio!

Watch Richard’s full edit of his Siren image from start to finish. Learn how to experiment with multiple layers of texture and enhance the color palette of your image. Although Richard uses similar techniques as in his mermaid shots, he ends up with a much softer and lighter mood in this final portrait.

Watch Richard’s full edit of his Mermaid on Land image from start to finish. He creates an underwater scene, an above water scene, and uses lighting effects to combine everything together. Learn how to build an elaborate background, how to place your model into it, and add in your details to enhance your final portrait.

Dealing with advanced skin issues is always difficult. I want to show you what I would do if I had to fix an image like this so you can see how I would work on them for any client.
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