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How you can get more out of your professional portraits!

4/28/2019

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So you've just uploaded your photos from your recent photo shoot of an adorable family or wedding. Then you start to cull to end up with the amount you want to share with your client. Except, a few of the final amazing images have something that gives you that OCD feeling that you maybe didn't know you had? Nod if any of these sound familiar. There's the little girl's hair covering her eye! Some strange person got in the frame with a loud colored top on! You can't help having your eye draw to him. The sky had no clouds whatsoever but the moment was spectacular. But, no clouds! This bride's photo is perfect except for her unmentionable is peeking through just enough to drive you crazy! Daughter was so clingy to mommy and the only photo that could work for a solo shot has mommy's hand in the frame. Ugh! These are just a few possible scenarios. Actually, a lot of these happened to me! It's a good thing I happen to dapper in Photo Retouching for over 20 years. If you can relate to any of these scenarios, and you don't want to scrap great photos before presentation, then read more on why you NEED a photo retoucher in your life.


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This is how you make a new client, seeking photo restoration, happy

10/14/2018

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"I'm looking for help with this old photo of my grandmother. I am finding a lot use bright and insane colors that people would not have worn and unrealistic looking with other sellers...." says my client and now friend, Alice.S. 
Have you come across such photo restorers/retouchers?
​This was the beginning of a beautiful working experience. Alice wanted to have this photo of her grandmother restored as a gift. I'm so glad that she got what she wanted and with stories to tell too. Read on for more on the before and after of this amazing photo!


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1961 baby photo restored like new again - Magic!

9/27/2018

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Say hello to the newest restored photo! It gives me great joy that I've given that joy to a client who is giving this photo of herself (photo taken in 1961) as a gift. She claimed the photo to have acquired mold and not able to be cleaned. With all orders I utilize my careful skill, time and eye to restore detail and remove unwanted blotches and scratches. Also, how would it look like in a gorgeous frame? Read on to see the aftermath....


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Photo Retouching your child into a magical dream!

9/9/2018

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Raise your hand if you have precious little girls! Did you really raise your hand? *giggle* Now smile if your little girl(s) love magical fairy tales. Do they delight in believing there are fairies in their backyard? Do they enjoy Tinkerbell stories? Do birds and angels fascinate them? Could you see their beautiful eyes light up as they see themselves as a fairy or angel? Enjoy the options available to transform your little girl into something magical! Read on...


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Falling in love with my wedding photos for the first time

8/27/2018

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Floral and butterflies retouched photo of Hispanic bride
I am celebrating the anniversary of 14 years of marriage! I'm celebrating by not only offering a wonderful special for all of you married couples but as a gift for myself.
See, it has been 14 years and only now have I been able to photo retouch my untouched wedding photos.
I wasn't in love with my photos and felt so depressed about them all of these years. But finally, I've done something nice for myself and have been retouching them all and yes! I will now make a beautiful photo book with these newly enhanced images. And now I'm thrilled to announce a FREE PHOTO BOOK or CANVAS offer! Read on!



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I will remember you-Restoring old memories

7/23/2018

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Wonderful things in life happen that makes us better like those special people in our lives who enrich us, strengthen us, make us happy who we have our fondest memories. 
Sadly the inevitable occurs and they pass away. To honor those beloved, you desire to host a Celebration of Life memorial service. Many have a part in putting together this special service. This post is for the ones who are putting together beautiful artistic displays such as; slideshow, movie, photo collages, photo albums, scrap books, memorial program and more.......


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Photo tips - Posing

6/3/2018

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You're here because you are enjoying your DSLR or digital camera and taking photos of your family but perhaps when you look at your photos something seems off. For instance, you're surprised at how your double chin is protruding. In fact, where did it come from? Your husband's form may seem more pudgy than how you usually see him, or you're not sure how to pose your family during the family reunion.
Maybe you're new to photography and would like some help. I am here to help. Today's topic is about POSING....


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What would adding magic to your wedding photo look like?

12/20/2017

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THIS is exactly what I LOVE doing! I may not have been the photographer for my cousin's wedding but she allowed me to put my magical touches to this photo. When I first saw this photo, a vision popped into my head. And to our amazement, this glorious photo came to be...


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When your little girl loves sparkles and fairies

10/24/2017

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Who doesn't love a little fairy girl? I love bringing a little sparkling magic on little girls. And you don't even need a fairy tale back drop to make it happen. See how I've made these girls in the country extra magical?


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Dream wedding photo makeover

8/4/2017

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So you had an amateur photographer for your wedding. Or simply that your favorite photo didn't come out right like the lighting shifted due to clouds or the sun, your best pose/smile/look was not at the ideal location, or someone ran into the frame at the same time. Whatever the case may be, the point is, when you look at your photo, you're not happy.
My mother remarried back when I was in college studying to be a Digital Imagist aka Photo Retoucher. I've learned photography and had a job with the College's newspaper as a Photo Journalist. (That sounds so cool doesn't it?) 
I was so excited about this new photography skill and having the means to borrow a professional camera I asked my mother to be her photographer. What does she say? "Of course!"
Little did I know that it takes more than a pro camera to take stunning wedding photos. I was still so new that I totally missed that special Newly Wed couple pose of magic. The best one they like is...well...you can see below...Just you wait to see how it comes out in the end!


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    About KAT

    My philosophy is that photography should lighten up the heart and the eyes with vibrant color, light and majesty as memories flood back into the mind and soul. No cringing allowed. Only magic!
    I'm a stay at home mom of our little girl! Photo retouching and restoration have always been my passion since the 1990's. When I'm not retouching I take care of my little girl, my husband, follow God and spend time with His people. All while listening to music all the time. ;-) I also enjoy playing the piano, learning to sew, eat Thai food,  lifting weights, singing hymns and trying to make my house a home.  Read more...


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