KatPhotoMagic's Blog - Katherine Wheeler Photo Retouching

Photo tip - Lighting

4/19/2018

Photography tips by kat

You're here because you are enjoying your DSLR camera and taking photos of your family but perhaps when you look at your photos something seems off. For instance, there may be too many shadows, you don't know how to position yourself in relation to the sun, how far or how close you need to come in to your child etc. Maybe you're new to photography and would like some help. The trick to making a great magically enhanced photo art is to start with good and eye candy photography.
I want you to have that ultimate magical photo of who you love so that your heart will sore every time you see it in your home. The bonus is that you'd be able to tell people "I took that photo!" with pride. Today's topic is about lighting....

blushing brides photo call

3/19/2018

photo call ad for brides to retouch to host on katphotomagic.com

Greetings to the brides new and seasoned. I want to help make your dream come true. When I got married, it all happened so fast that I didn't have an idea on what I wanted for a wedding and how I wanted my photos to come out. I realized that I should have done my homework when it came to photography. I was really disappointed in my wedding photos. I do remember how I felt during my wedding and the memories but, I can't get past the lack of magic my photos had. If you feel the same about your photos, then I'm glad you found me because I'm here to help you feel so much better with a little magic. Read more to find out how...

Babies and kids photo call

3/3/2018

Photo call AD for babies and kids

I am on a Photo Call roll. For this call I'm looking for photos of babies to tweens to retouch for my online website and portfolio.
I will use the new Classic Retouch service as a sample of what type of photo editing will look like for all to see.
Scroll down for more details....

Lil Ballerinas Casting call

3/1/2018

Photo retouching Casting call little ballerinas katphotomagic

Hello again!
I know I've been missing in action. But truly there has been a lot of action going on with me revamping my services here. The website will be better, services more clear and fun challenges and free tutorials! It's going to be super fun spending time with me in
Photo Magic land. Especially Instagram. If you're not following me there, then you better do so! @katphotomagic I will try and help you achieve those photo project dreams and visions you have.
Now onto why you're here.....

new year wedding restoration special

1/1/2018

Happy New Year!

What is a great way to start the year?
With a magical special for your wedding photos!
Continue reading for details on this awesome special...

Magical wedding photo

12/20/2017

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...

Photo tutorial - shooting with the sun behind subject

12/5/2017

You're with your family outside during a gorgeous sunset and trying to take a group picture.
Someone yells out "Don't have the sun on our backs!" Or the group automatically positions themselves to face the sun. And we get a lot of this....

The idea that if shooting a subject in front of a sunset would result in really dark subjects. Yes and no.. Here is how I angle myself to capture glorious and magical photos......

Little Fairies

10/24/2017

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?

Photo Restoration for flood victims

10/1/2017

Damaged prints from the floods

9/7/2017

My heart aches for every one who is suffering from current natural disasters of fires and floods. Fortunately, in some aspect, my family and I haven't been affected by fire or flood. However, we have experienced the tremendous smoke from nearby fires.

On our recent trip to the Grand Tetons we met a wonderful couple who are from Texas. The woman is a wedding planner and brought up the idea that many photo albums are probably damaged due to the floods. And they would need to be saved as much as possible. This brought an idea to my mind....

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.
I'm a stay at home mom of our little girl! I love editing photos and making photo art. Photo editing has always been my passion since it came to be back in the 1990's. When I'm not editing 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, eating healthy, lifting weights, singing hymns and trying to make my house a home. Read more...

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