Restoration Concerns & Ideas . . .

- Is the original photo sharp enough to enlarge?

- How much of the damage is restorable?

- Can colors and contrast be revived or enhanced?

- Is color, black and white or sepia tone an option?

- Can other photos be used to substitute missing backgrounds, subjects & facial features?

- What portion of the image is retained or lost if you choose standard print crops/sizes over custom crops & prints sizes?

- Can distracting elements/additional subjects be removed to create an individual portrait or improve photo clarity?

Retouching/Artwork with Intent . . .

- Create a photo realistic illustration/portrait by isolating or highlighting an individual or subject.

- Correct/add texture/detail to image areas with deep shadows or extreme highlights on faces.

- Correct geometric distortion, color & color aberrations introduced in the photographic process.

- Add, remove or combine image content: people, objects, backgrounds, graphics, names or titles.

- Eliminate environmental distractions, simplify & refine the image to focus the viewer's attention.

- Blend photo reality with an artistic style, texture or brush stroke to create images with a hand painted appearance.

Picture/Photo Enhancement . . .

- Sometimes you cherish the memory of the moment; however, you are not so fond of the picture.

- Professional image editing; an option to eliminate distracting elements, while preserving the moments you treasure.

- Retouch or remove distracting elements and those which create false or negative impressions.

- Artwork may be required to achieve the desired photographic content/message.

- Sculpting the face, neckline & body may be desirable for a more youthful look.