Sarah Edmunds - Showgirl

Transforming a Test Shot into a Painterly Portrait

In this detailed Photoshop tutorial, Sarah guides you through various techniques to transform a simple test shot of a professional ballet dancer into a dark, painterly portrait reminiscent of another era. The process begins with a discussion on choosing a photo and adjusting its artistic elements, like swapping faces for better expression and playing around with lighting using a simple setup. Techniques covered include frequency separation for skin retouching, dodging and burning for depth, using Nik Software for detail enhancement, and applying various layers for toning and texture. The speaker also touches on Liquify for subtle adjustments and ends with applying textures for the final look. Sarah touches on the creative freedom allowed in personal projects, reminiscent of historical portrait painters' liberties, while also providing tips on equipment, software, and adjustments for achieving a desired moody and aesthetic feel.



00:04 Choosing the Portrait and Artistic Direction

00:37 Photo Editing Walkthrough: Head Swap and Adjustments

03:09 Lighting Setup and Behind the Scenes Insights

05:11 Advanced Photo Editing Techniques: Frequency Separation

06:56 Detailing Work: Skin Texture and Tone Adjustments

20:50 Final Touches: Color Correction and Background Cleanup

31:10 Mastering Dodge and Burn Techniques

38:32 Exploring the Power of Liquify for Creative Edits

48:50 Enhancing Tones and Textures with Gradient Maps and Layers

01:00:09 Final Touches and Concluding Thoughts

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