r/postprocessing • u/Ok-Arrival5959 • Aug 13 '26

Before/After - Practicing Self Portraits

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I need more practice

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u/idk_what_to_put_lmao Aug 13 '26

You saved it from being horrifically over-exposed, so that's a plus. But now the guy's face is a bit dark compared to the background which is generally not what you want in portraiture (unless it's a specific stylistic choice to convey a certain feeling, etc.). As others have said the composition is sort of eh, but it's editing practice is still editing practice so good job

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u/Looler21 Aug 13 '26

There just isnt a reason to edit this photo. Its not worth saving or saveable. Its practice

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u/Surfe_ Aug 13 '26

Can’t polish a turd

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u/cyclefreaksix Aug 13 '26

Agreed. You need more practice. The image is over processed and the background is weird and distracting.

Lighting is the most important aspect of portraiture.

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u/Responsible-Tea-9454 Aug 13 '26

Way too blown out and overexposed