We will cover:

• Chapter 1 - Introduction to Narrative Portrait Editing - What is Narrative Editing and how do we implement it?

MAIN EDIT - FULL WALKTHROUGH

• Chapter 2 - Camera Raw - Maximizing the potential of our raw file, especially in difficult-to-edit shots with under- and overexposure




• Chapter 3 - Distraction Removal - Efficiently removing distracting elements via minor composites and clone stamping




• Chapter 4 - Retouch - Evening the skin with Dodge & Burn while maintaining natural texture and adding definition to enhance the model's beauty




• Chapter 5 - Tone & Color - Creating unique and impactful color palettes via Curves and Selective Color




• Chapter 6 - Finishing - Finalizing the exposure balance, adding grain, sharpening, and exporting the image

ADDITIONAL BONUS CHAPTERS

• Chapter 7 - Narrative Composites - In-depth discussion on building composites that help tell a story in portrait editing via two sample edits




• Chapter 8 - Narrative Color - In-depth discussion on color palettes and application in portrait editing via two sample edits

Included with this download:

- The full 3:30h editing tutorial (digital download or replayable online stream)
- The RAW file of the main walkthrough image (full version and compressed version for slower systems)
- My simplified and decluttered Photoshop Workspace and Toolbar
- Instructions on how to import the Workspace and/or Toolbar
- Photoshop Actions for setting up: Local Dodge & Burn; Skin Hue Balancing; Contouring / Global D&B; Base Color Layers; Adding Grain & Sharpening; Exporting for IG/Web (to use go to Photoshop > Actions > Menu > Load Actions)
- My brushes used for Dodge & Burn (one with and one without pressure sensitivity)