Retouching for Diverse Skin Tones in Photoshop

A course by Kayleigh June , Retoucher and Beauty Photographer

Retoucher and Beauty Photographer. Sydney, Australia.
Joined November 2021

Learn how to retouch different skin colors and textures using various editing techniques to achieve professional-looking results

100% positive reviews (65)
2,158 students
Audio: English
English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch

Learn how to retouch different skin colors and textures using various editing techniques to achieve professional-looking results

Retouching is the art of enhancing an image by removing blemishes or other distractions, and correcting color and texture. It’s a process that has allowed beauty photographer and retoucher Kayleigh June to create visually striking images for clients like Nikon, Panasonic, Cotton On, and ulta3.

In this online course, Kayleigh teaches you how to retouch diverse skin tones and textures using a variety of editing techniques. Explore Photoshop’s retouching tools to enhance and correct your images. By the end of the course, you'll know the essentials of professional retouching to take your beauty images to the next level.

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What will you learn in this online course?

18 lessons & 27 downloads

Photoshop Interface Setup
7 minutes, 41 seconds
Working with RAW Files
7 minutes, 31 seconds
Utilising the Healing Tools
18 minutes, 28 seconds
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  • 2,158 students
  • 18 lessons (3h 0m)
  • 27 additional resources (14 files)
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  • Audio: English
  • English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
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What is this course's project?

Enhance three images: two with different skin tones and one with textural variations.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

This course is for anyone who wants to take their professional beauty retouching to the next level. The course is ideal for those interested in a commercial retouching career.

Requirements and materials

Working knowledge of Photoshop is required to take this course. Also, a basic understanding of skin retouching is beneficial, but not essential.

You will need Photoshop CC (or similar). A tablet is recommended to get the most out of the course, however not essential.


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2,158 Students
65 Reviews
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Kayleigh June

A course by Kayleigh June

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Retoucher and Beauty Photographer

Kayleigh is a beauty photographer and retoucher based between Sydney and Melbourne, Australia. Discovering photography at the young age of 15, over the years, Kayleigh has developed a style to reflect her interest in the latest trends of makeup and beauty, using vivid tones and distinct lighting to differentiate her work.

Her passion and drive to succeed in the industry has also led her to take on a role of educator, creating a YouTube photography and retouching tutorial channel, amassing over 80K subscribers. Kayleigh appreciates and strives to show diversity in everything that she creates, making her work recognizable to many.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    Skin Retouching Preparation

    • Photoshop Interface Setup
    • Working with RAW Files
    • Workflow for Non-destructive Editing
    • Retouching Different Skin Tones
  • U3

    Lighter to Mid Skin Tones

    • Utilising the Healing Tools
    • Using the Dodge and Burn Method 1
    • Using the Dodge and Burn Method 2
    • Skin Colour Correction
  • U4

    Retouching for Deeper Skin Tones

    • Deeper Skin Tones and Mistakes to Avoid
    • The Dodge and Burn Method: Deeper Skin Tones 1
    • The Dodge and Burn Method: Deeper Skin Tones 2
    • Skin Colour Correction for Deeper Skin Tones
  • U5

    Retouching for Textural Differences

    • Retouching for Freckled Skin Tones
    • Retouching for Blemish-Prone Skin Tones
    • Removing Facial Hair: Peach Fuzz
    • Correcting Patchiness or Overly Textured Skin
  • FP

    Final project

    • Retouching for Diverse Skin Tones in Photoshop

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Retouching for Diverse Skin Tones in Photoshop. Photography, and Video course by Kayleigh June

Retouching for Diverse Skin Tones in Photoshop

A course by Kayleigh June
Retoucher and Beauty Photographer. Sydney, Australia.
Joined November 2021
  • 100% positive reviews (65)
  • 2,158 students