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Common Retouching Questions

All Photos Include Retouching!

Every portrait deserves the right finishing touch. That’s why retouching is included with every image you order— no hidden fees, no nickel-and-diming. Proofs are shown unretouched so you can choose your favorites first, but once you’ve made your selections, each image is polished to professional standards before delivery. From blemish removal to flyaway hair fixes and subtle skin smoothing, my edits are designed to enhance, not erase. The result? Clean, natural, timeless portraits that look like you — just on your best day.

Retouching is always included. Every image you order gets professionally retouched before delivery — no extra fees, no surprises.
(Why would I want to deliver an image that either of us finds less than perfect? My goal is to make both of us look good!)
I don't retouch the proofs. Proofs are shown unretouched so you can focus on picking favorites without me wasting time polishing images you may not even want. Once you place an order, those selected images will be fully retouched.
If you know ahead of time that you want the entire portrait gallery, let me know, and I will edit accordingly.
What’s Always Included:
  • Removing blemishes, redness, or scratches
  • Evening out skin tone and reducing shine
  • Softening fine lines or under-eye shadows
  • Brightening eyes and whitening teeth naturally
  • Cleaning up stray hairs and frizz
  • Fixing small clothing issues like lint, pet hair, wrinkles, tags
  • Removing minor background distractions
  • Softening newborn skin— redness, flakes, scratches

Done on Request:
  • Slimming the face, neck, or body
  • Minimizing the appearance of a double chin
  • Subtle posture or clothing adjustments
  • Backdrop replacements for headshots or studio portraits
  • Swapping expressions in group photos when someone blinked or looked away
Temporary blemishes like zits, razor burn, and scratches are removed. Permanent features like wrinkles, scars, a dark spots can be softened.
I’ll never reshape you into someone else. Subtle adjustments like "knocking off five pounds" or minimizing a double chin are possible — but I won't do it unless you explicitly request those edits.
You will still look like you, just a little cleaned up. My retouching style is very natural, so you won't have a glowing face or skin without texture. Gentle refinements make a big difference!
Yes. Group photos receive light retouching (skin smoothing, teeth whitening, flyaways, distractions), while close-up portraits like headshots get a more detailed edit since the face is much larger in the frame.
Yes. I can give a little sparkle and lift shadows without losing your natural look.
Blemishes are removed and skin is softened just enough to reduce distractions, but I leave your natural skin texture so you don’t look plastic.
I aim to photograph subjects with glasses in such a way that the light is not reflected in their eyeglasses. That being said, some glasses reflect more than others, and if a glare does occur, I can fix it.
Yes, subtly. Teeth should look natural — not glowing in the dark.
I can also fix minor blemishes in your mouth, like a chipped or missing tooth.
I recommend removing the Invisalign for the photo session, as the trays can be reflective and make your teeth look unnatural in photos. I can edit out the tooth-colored attachments or "buttons" that hold the trays in place, so don't worry about that.
Yes, within reason. A few strays are no problem. If it looks like you just came in from a windstorm, I’ll do my best digitally — but hair prep always helps.
Those temporary details are removed for the finished product. The focus stays on the subjects, not their recent boo-boos.
Yes. Newborn edits are extra gentle — redness, scratches, and flaky skin are softened, while their sweet details remain.
Yes, if someone blinked or wasn’t looking, I can usually swap them from another frame.
Yes. Things like exit signs, clutter, or random distractions can often be erased.
Yes. Some things — like laugh lines, dimples, or freckles — are part of who you are. I’ll always edit with care and authenticity.
That being said, if you hate your freckles and really want them gone in the photo, I will begrudingly agree.
Yes. Every image you order, whether digital or print, is professionally retouched before delivery.


Retouching isn’t an upgrade here — it’s part of the process. Whether you’re booking a headshot, a family portrait, or a newborn session, every ordered image is professionally retouched before it reaches you. My edits keep the focus on what matters most: authentic expressions, true personality, and photos you’ll be proud to share.

Ready to see yourself in the best light? Book your photoshoot today and enjoy portraits that are polished, professional, and completely you.


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Here are a few examples of the minor adjustments that greatly increase the image quality:

Newborn Photo RetouchingNewborn Editing - Before and After

Newborns often have blotchy, patchy skin, and their little fingernails easily scratch their delicate faces.

Retouching for Newborn PhotographyBefore and After Newborn Editing Photos

Retouching on Newborn ImagesNewborn Portrait Retouching - Before and After

Toddlers are the boogie makers, especially during allergy season! A good expression shouldn't be ruined by a little snot; I can fix that!

Headshots are retouched to reduce facial shine, whiten teeth and eyes, smooth skin, soften fine lines and wrinkles, tame flyaway hairs, remove lint from clothing, and any other "Photoshop" requests.

Malvern Headshots - RetouchingHeadshot Retouching - Before and After



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