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Conclusion
To finish this tutorial off I thought I'd point you to a great PSD file of a DVD case, you can download it it here. What I did was saved my image as a jpeg then pasted the jpeg image into the DVD case document and this shows you roughly how the cover will look. This is optional but it's the kind of thing that would be useful if you were to present a DVD cover design to a client. You can see what mine looked like below![20[1] 20[1]](https://cdn.photoshoptutorials.ws/images/stories/20%5B1%5D_8c152009-7942-4c8e-a701-2ae482c49657.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&quality=64&w=1920&ssl=1)
Before and After

Retouching a Studio Portrait Photoshop Tutorial
Retouching the background
Here is the original image. As a photo it looks fine but it looks flat and boring. This Photoshop tutorial will show you techniques used to make the photo have a stronger impact. You can follow this tutorial with one of your own image or you can use the image below:
Creating the mask
The first step is to isolate the model from the background. I used the extract and color range tool to create this. First I used the extract tool (Filter > Extract) but it didn’t work very well for the hair.


Adding a gradient to the background
With the mask created, I can add a gradient to the background. Adding a gradient to the background is a simple and effective way to enhance a boring background. Here is a preview of what the layers will look like in the end.




Tone
Begin by creating a new layer for dodging and burning. Position the layer above the gradient fill adjustment layer. Then, change the blending mode to soft light.






6 comments on “Retouching a Studio Portrait”
Nice but very simple. could be more appealing.
Hi,
I am Arnob. I am willing to work with you and seeking a long term contract with a reputed company like you. I am basically experienced with photo editing manly in masking, clipping path, retouch, and color balance. So it would be a great job if you have any job for me on these areas.
I am willing to discuss with you and do a short term trial project so you know if I am perfect or not.
Warmest Regards,
Arnob
Very handy to know! Great tutorial!
Nice but very simple. could be more appealing.
Really great tutorial! I love the dodge and burn on the soft light layer...just what I wanted to know..and the shine is very cool!
thanks So much!
Nice one..... but not so attractive.