Build a multi-purpose mask to create a more distinctive background with richer color and gradation. Save that same mask for other retouching techniques further on in the workflow
With the major areas of cleanup resolved, learn to apply a procedural and methodical approach to skin smoothing. Create even texture with tone.
Efficiently apply the same procedural method of skin smoothing to the third image for an even, smooth tone.
With the same multi-purpose mask, dodge and burn the image with a global approach to create more dimension and definition for the entire image.
