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Unleashed Edit: Roley's Frosty Forest Shot

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Photographing cats on location is quite different from working with dogs. Take a look behind the scenes of Roley the Maine Coon’s frosty morning photoshoot before diving into Craig’s edit of his favourite shot from the session.

This edit will show you how to remove a leash and harness, how to enhance feline features as well as how to highlight some features of the location, without them overpowering the subject and taking all the attention.

Instructor: Craig Turner-Bullock

Video length: 36 minutes

Software: Lightroom and Photoshop

Skill level: Intermediate

What you'll learn

  • Take a look behind the scenes at Roley’s photoshoot

Lightroom

  • What a difference a few basic adjustments can make to the image
  • How to use masks and refine mask selections to enhance the subject
  • Using colour to create mood

Photoshop

  • Why removing distractions makes a big difference to the image
  • How to remove a leash and harness
  • Tricks for enhancing feline features including face, eyes, fur texture and floofiness
  • How to deal with bokeh that is too bright
  • How to use layers and masks
  • Discover a non-destructive dodging and burning technique
  • Making decisions about crops and composition

Unleashed Edit: Roley's Frosty Forest Shot

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