September 2026
Why natural skin texture matters
The difference between a portrait that feels polished and one that feels plastic often comes down to a single decision: what you leave alone.
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Notes from the retouching desk.
Short pieces on the craft of retouching — how I work, and how to get the most from your images.
September 2026
Getting the most from your brief
A short, clear brief is the fastest route to a finish you'll love. Here's what helps me most when I open a new order.
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RAW, TIFF or JPEG — what to send
I accept all three, but the file you send shapes how far your images can be refined. A short guide to choosing well.
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