PhotographicRetouching

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Illustrator Draftsman 3 & 2 - Volume 3 Executionable Practices
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PhotographicRetouching Introduction There are many reasons to alter photographs with an airbrush. One reason is to combine one photograph with another. Another reason is to eliminate or reduce background images. And still another reason for altering photographs is to create a halo or vignette around the central image. Knowing how to alter photographs with an airbrush allows you to use otherwise mediocre photographs effectively. Photographic The most important phase of photographic retouching is the preparation of retouching the photo before you begin painting. Mount photographs on illustration board allowing at least a 2-inch border all around the photo. The border will make handling the photograph easier during painting. Modern photographic papers are covered with a thin layer of resin leaving a glossy surface that does not take pigments well. Using a talcum powder or Fuller’s Earth on a cotton pad, rub the face of the photograph. This will slightly abrade the surface and provide tooth to hold pigments. Make sure there are no fingerprints or scratches on the surface of the photograph. Place a piece of clean paper under your wrist as you paint to prevent depositing oils from your hands on the paper surface. Apply pigments as you would on any airbrushed illustration. Should you make an error, wrap a small piece of cotton around the end of a paint brush or pencil and wipe off the pigment. Clean up the photograph of overspray and spray a fixative over the photo if necessary. 6-57

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