Photoshop Retouching 101

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Mentor: 
Emily Rose McGonigle
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Guest photographer and master photo editor Emily McGonigle presents Photoshop Retouching 101. Follow along as she teaches you everything you will need to confidently master Photoshop. From blending and cropping to learning shortcuts, you will end this course having mastered the basics.

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Course description

Photoshop Retouching 101 is a foundational course that equips you with the essential tools and techniques to master basic photo editing. Emily Rose McGonigle teaches you how to navigate layers, groups, and masks to keep your edits organized and efficient. You’ll explore brushes, opacity, flow, and key retouching tools to make precise, polished adjustments. The course covers quick selections, adjustment layers, and blending modes to help you achieve seamless, professional results. You’ll also learn how to effectively crop images for stronger composition and visual impact. A full retouching demo ties everything together so you can see the process from start to finish. By the end, you’ll have the confidence to handle everyday Photoshop tasks with clarity and skill.

Course Mentor:

Emily Rose McGonigle

Course instructor at The Photo Mentorship.Emily Rose McGonigle is a master photographer and photo retoucher, specializing in fashion senior portrait photography and modern portraiture. You will enjoy learning from Emily's precise yet fun teaching style. She is proud to call Nashville, TN her home and enjoys listening to a wide-range of music.‍

Photoshop Retouching 101

Emily Rose McGonigle
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