I've done a post on removing makeup, now let's add some! I find that the techniques in applying makeup in a photo editor are similar to that in reality. Here's my starting image:   Let's start with the eyeshadow. Create a new layer with the blend mode to "Soft Light". Now select your color, and … Continue reading Adding Makeup

Whether it be part of retouching a portrait, or just for fun, removing and modifying makeup on your computer is a nice skill to have. There are lots of ways to do this, but after looking at different techniques from others, here's what I've found works for me. Image that I used:https://pixabay.com/en/girl-eye-blue-smile-gene-881894/   First, I … Continue reading Makeup Editing/Removal

I've been practicing photo manipulations lately. Not so much as to create surreal art, (at least at the moment haha!) but more for being able to add a little something extra to some of my photographs. In this manipulation, I worked on simple, but (hopefully) realistic compositions and lighting. I use Affinity Photo for my photography, … Continue reading Simple Realism Photo Manipulation