Quick and basic retouch on bar photo, sharing raw files on how it was lit

30 minute video

In this video, I walk you through my retouching process for a recent shoot at the Clarendon Hotel in Phoenix, focusing on a small bar area with interesting blue lighting. I share my test photos and discuss the balance between natural light and flash, weighing the mood each creates. I also highlight the importance of directional light and how I plan to edit specific areas in Photoshop, especially the bar and chair details.

00:00 Introduction to Retouching

02:10 Flash Lighting Tests

04:15 Main Light Sources

06:15 Bracketing Images

09:44 Layer Masking Techniques

12:14 Adjusting Light and Shadows

17:19 Marking for Retoucher

22:01 Cleaning Up Elements

28:11 Enhancing Tile Work

29:57 Conclusion and Summary