The Art & Business of High-End Retouching (Self-Paced)

Professional-quality retouching is essential to modern photography, but the time investment doesn't need to consume your entire workflow. Creating polished high-end images requires appropriate tools and techniques, yet these processes can be optimized significantly.

Join Pratik Naik, international retoucher and owner of Solstice Retouch, as he shares professional secrets for creating stunning finished photographs efficiently. You'll also gain insights into the business and marketing dimensions of retouching, from client collaboration to creating distinctive brand positioning.

During a live photo shoot, Pratik collaborates with photographer Felix Kunze, demonstrating how photographers and retouchers can work synergistically to produce final images exceeding both parties' expectations. You'll observe each step of the retouching process as Pratik transforms raw captures into sophisticated, polished images.

Whether you're a photographer wanting to deliver high-quality finals to clients or considering professional retouching as a specialization, Pratik provides the essential skills and business knowledge to excel in your craft.

Software Used: Adobe Photoshop CC 14.2, Adobe Lightroom 5