JD Closser | New York

My perspective on retouching is to initially find what it the image wants to communicate. Every photo has a message to it, a feeling that needs to be brought forth. The final product should reflect a story without words.

In my retouching, I use non-destructive methods, blending a command of light with artistic expression. My specialty is skin tonality and fabric treatment, always taking into consideration the original values, and presenting the final image with an enhanced perception of what already exists. Or doesn’t.

Note: All images below I have either rights to show and or my own images. I am happy to test but I am not allowed to show most client before and afters.

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Retouching

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