Adventures in Retouching

Today’s guest is professional photo retoucher Remy Amezcua:

Instagram: @ymerame

I talk with professional retoucher Remy Amezcua about his background, Photoshop tools, his traditional photography and digital tech experience, his evolution as a retoucher, being able to interpret and translate clients’ instructions, the importance of getting details right on set, debunking “no filter”, dangerous retouching, knowing when to let go, committing to projects and rates before knowing what the actual work is, the effect of camera lenses, how to retouch faster, how retouching is similar to video games, keeping layers organized, the importance of mastering keyboard shortcuts and Photoshop actions, getting rest, learning from other retouchers, the future of our industry, and so much more.

Thank you Remy for being a guest and sharing so much helpful, valuable information.

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I’m your host Rob DiCaterino and today I answer the question, What type of retouching do I prefer?

Each week, I’ll answer one of my own questions in addition to posting an episode with one of my guests. That way, you get to know more about me and hear my knowledge and perspective to help you get started and progress in professional retouching.

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Today’s guest is professional photo retoucher John Zampetti:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-paul-zampetti-29a55aa4/

I talk with professional retoucher John Zampetti about his definition of retouching, his background and experience, how he got started in the industry, learning CGI, the importance of using visual references, his go-to Photoshop tools, the power of gradient maps, his CGI apps, his most and least favorite categories of retouching, working in an e-commerce studio vs. an editorial retouching studio, how to evolve and improve as a retoucher, how retouchers know when they’ve become good, personality types suited to retouching, the realities of working with challenging clients and projects, the best tools to focus on for people just starting out in retouching, frustrations and things that do and don’t work for retouchers, dangerous retouching, fantasy vs. reality, seeing his work out in the world, retoucher mischief, our industry’s future, his own future, being proactive, and more.

Thank you John for being a guest and sharing so much helpful, valuable information.

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Today’s guest is professional photo retoucher Bogdana Ferguson:

https://bogdanaferguson.com

Instagram: @the.bogdana

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bogdana-ferguson

I talk with professional retoucher Bogdana Ferguson about her background, being both a photographer and retoucher, her go-to Photoshop tools, what people just starting out in retouching need to learn and focus on, portfolio advice, being in retoucher mode in real life, under-retouching vs. over-retouching, learning to avoid over-retouching, reality vs. fantasy and selling products, dangerous retouching, human eyes vs. camera lenses, her evolution as a retoucher, unrealistic retouching requests, being mindful of retouching when casting and shooting, who sees her work, different types of models, working in an uncredited field, the future of retouching, funny retouching memories, getting to know models’ bodies very intimately, and her own future.

Thank you Bogdana for being a guest and sharing so much helpful, valuable information.

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Today’s guest is professional photo retoucher Jinda Phommavongsa:

https://photovongsa.com

Instagram: @photovongsa

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jindaphommavongsa/

I talk with professional retoucher Jinda Phommavongsa about his background, big changes he’s experienced in the retouching industry, his hardware setup, what retouching means, what defines a good retoucher, the importance of being open-minded and open to learning, how to evolve as a retoucher, things beginners should focus on, how to advance in a retouching career, editorial vs e-commerce retouching environments, working in a team, the artistic side of retouching vs. the technical side, dangerous retouching, over-retouching, his future, and more.

Thank you Jinda for being a guest and sharing so much helpful, valuable information.

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Today’s guest is professional photo retoucher Erin Nocera:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-nocera-b5197510a/

Instagram: @isolationista

I talk with professional retoucher Erin Nocera about her background, transitioning from a photography career to a retouching career, getting in the zone, her favorite categories of retouching, her hardware and software setup, Corel Painter, over-retouching and bad retouching, her evolution as a retoucher, looking back on her old work, advice for beginners and experienced retouchers, important Adobe Photoshop tools to master, challenges retouchers face, what it’s like collaborating across studio teams, good related skills, the importance of mastering color, her go-to Photoshop tools, the future of retouching, the funny side of retouching, and how to learn new categories of retouching.

Thank you Erin for being a guest and sharing so much helpful, valuable information.

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Today’s guest is professional photo retoucher Katie Anderson:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-anderson-947a0b141/

Instagram: @kaillustrations

I talk with professional retoucher Katie Anderson about her background, illustration skills, getting started in a professional retouching career, her interview experience, the importance of referrals, taste levels and aesthetics, hardware setup, software, Affinity Photo on iPad, her go-to Photoshop tools, her evolution as a retoucher, the importance of mastering color, over-retouching, Photoshop actions, the challenge of working with people who don’t know what’s possible in Photoshop, portfolios, team fit, collaborating across studio teams, and her future.

Thank you Katie for being a guest and sharing so much helpful, valuable information.

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I’m your host Rob DiCaterino and today I give you an overview of my own career and background, and how I became a professional retoucher.

Each week, I’ll answer one of my own questions in addition to posting an episode with one of my guests. That way, you get to know more about me and hear my knowledge and perspective to help you get started and progress in professional retouching.

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Today’s guest is professional photo retoucher Miriam Ramos:

http://www.miriamjramos.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/miriamjramos/

Instagram: @miriamjramos

We discuss Miriam’s background, hardware setup, Photoshop tools, career path, her evolution as a retoucher, self-esteem, important things to learn if you’re just starting out, what it’s like working in an e-comm photo studio, resumes, portfolios, over-retouching, explaining what retouching is to people who don’t know what we do, photo restoration and using her skills to help people, her future, our industry’s future, and more.

Thank you Miriam for being a guest and sharing so much helpful, valuable information.

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I’m your host Rob DiCaterino and I take a few minutes to explain the purpose of Adventures in Retouching.

As industry insiders and veterans, my guests and I have fun, casual, and informative conversations about being professional photo retouchers and digital post production artists.

The goal of my show is to share valuable tips and useful information to help guide you in your journey and explore options, whether you’re a retoucher trying to advance in your career, a recent graduate wondering what possibilities are out there for you, or someone trying to pivot into a creative role and didn’t know retouching exists. Let us help you learn and progress.

We discuss our backgrounds, experiences, retouching career paths, how to break into the industry, our recommendations, hardware setups, software, Adobe Photoshop, the best tools, efficient techniques, resumes, portfolios, the realities of being a retoucher, working in photo studios, what to do, what to avoid, and everything else.

Please join us as we share our adventures in retouching.

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