E Mikhailova – The harmony of a perfect photo. and secrets (English)

1. Conversion from RAW in Adobe Camera RAW. Qualitative basic correction.We will gradually go through all the tabs: basic, calibration, detail, effects, lens correction, HSL adjustments, split toning.This will show what artistic tricks we can use when developing a RAW file.

• Correct cropping and transformation of a photograph. Frames merging.
• Work with plasticity of faces and bodies. Correction of defects. Nuances of work.
• Work with backgrounds. Deleting extraneous content. Different types of blurring.
• Retouching skin. Skin fast processing (multiple options). Peculiarities of child and adult retouching.
• Work with a skin tone (few options). Skin tone equalization.
• Methods of adding contrast (few options).
• Draw a light and shade pattern (few methods).
• Work with the overall color scheme of a photograph (few options).
• How to get lush, clean colors.
• Work with plug-ins. Helper filters that I use. Explore their settings.
• Actions: learning about recording and setting the basic ones. Hot keys for easy work.
• Enhance artistry, volume, and space in a photo. Make your picture look more airy.
• How to reduce noise in a photo (multiple ways).
• Sharpening (multiple ways).
• Blending modes. Working with layers and masks.
• Work in curves.
• Matt toning. When is it appropriate?
• My secrets and “tricks” that greatly speed up the processing.
• Preparation for printing.
• Preparation for posting on the Internet.
• Complete scheme of photo processing.

The programs in which the training will take place: Adobe Camera RAW; Adobe Photoshop.