Sarah Edmunds - Competition Retouch - Member Edit

In this in-depth retouch for print competition, Sarah edits a photograph of Holly, a well-known British model also known as Ivory Flame. The selection process for the image is detailed, emphasizing the importance of choosing poses and expressions that fare well in competition criteria. The tutorial starts with basic corrections such as straightening and Ai noise reduction before starting a detailed retouch of skin, tones, sculpting with dodge and burn, and adding painterly effects. Additionally, strategic advice on competition entry, including category selection, is given, showcasing how subtle choices in editing can significantly impact a photograph's competition viability.

In Part 2, Sarah continues with the retouch of Holly, starting with hair retouch, dealing with flyaways using a remove tool, adjusting liquify settings for facial expressions, editing jewelry and nails, enhancing midtone contrast, and applying color profiles. It also covers the careful adjustment of mouth and eye expressions, the application of a moody black and white layer, and the manipulation of selective colors to enrich hair tones. The process includes crucial tips on using Photoshop layers, masking techniques, and judicious edits to achieve a natural yet significantly improved image outcome.

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