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Editing a portrait in Photoshop involves a range of techniques to enhance the subject's appearance while maintaining a natural and pleasing look. Here's a general guide to get you started:
Import the Portrait:
Open the portrait photo in Photoshop by going to File - Open.
Duplicate the Layer:
Right-click on the background layer in the Layers panel and select "Duplicate Layer." This ensures you're working on a non-destructive copy.
Basic Adjustments:
Use the "Levels" or "Curves" adjustment to adjust the overall brightness, contrast, and tonal range of the image.
Use the "Hue/Saturation" adjustment to control the color balance if needed.
Skin Retouching:
Use the "Spot Healing Brush" or "Healing Brush" tool to remove blemishes, scars, and other imperfections.
The "Clone Stamp" tool can help you copy texture and details from one area to another.
To smooth skin, use the "Blur" tool or "Gaussian Blur" filter (apply on a separate layer with a layer mask for control).
5Frequency Separation (Advanced):
This technique separates the texture and color of the skin, allowing for precise retouching without affecting the natural look.
Create two layers: one for the high-frequency details and one for the low-frequency colors.
Use the Healing Brush on the high-frequency layer to fix imperfections, and adjust the opacity for a subtle effect.
Dodge and Burn:
Create a new layer set to "Overlay" or "Soft Light" blending mode.
Use a soft brush with low opacity to lighten (dodge) or darken (burn) areas for added depth and dimension.
Eyes and Teeth:
Use the "Dodge" tool to brighten the whites of the eyes and teeth.
Enhance the iris by using the "Sponge" tool to intensify color.
Enhance Details:
Use the "Sharpen" tool or "Unsharp Mask" filter to enhance details like hair, eyes, and lips.
Color Grading:
Use a "Color Lookup" adjustment layer to apply creative color presets or create a unique color tone.
Adjust the opacity of the adjustment layer to control the intensity.
Final Touches:
Add a vignette to draw attention to the subject.
Consider adding a subtle "Gradient Map" adjustment for a final color adjustment.
Review your work and make necessary adjustments.
Save Your Work:
Save your edited portrait as a new file to preserve the original.
Export in a suitable format, like JPEG, for sharing or printing.
Remember that subtlety is key when editing portraits. Overdoing retouching can lead to an unnatural and artificial appearance. Take breaks while editing to keep a fresh perspective on your work.