Post-Production & Retouching
Refining images to ensure they’re consistent, polished, and ready for web, print, or marketing use. This includes colour grading, background cleanup, skin and product refinement, and detail adjustments. All work is done to maintain the integrity of the original capture while delivering clean, professional results. This page showcases the kind of post-production support I provide for commercial shoots.
Beer Glass – Portland Beer Hub
This image was captured in the U.S. featuring a beer in a branded glass on a light grey reflective table and simple background. The retouch focused on enhancing the natural appeal of the beer while keeping the scene clean and balanced.
Key adjustments include:
Reducing glare on the glass to keep the surface smooth and natural
Boosting shadows and contrast to make the front logo stand out
Fading the background logo on the rear of the glass to prevent distraction
Enhancing the beer’s colour so it glows against the neutral backdrop
The result is a clean, striking product shot that highlights the branding and maintains the integrity of the original capture.
Chilli & Truffle Sauce – Truff
This product shot showcases a vibrant bottle of Truff sauce against a dark background. The retouch focused on enhancing the product’s visual impact while keeping the composition clean and polished.
Key adjustments include:
Colour balancing to make the red tones of the sauce stand out
Darkening the background to increase contrast and focus on the bottle
Enhancing logo contrast to draw the eye immediately to the branding
Extending the reflection at the base for a subtle premium effect
Removing imperfections on both the bottle and the chilli for a flawless finish
The final image delivers a bold, eye-catching presentation that highlights the product’s colour, branding, and premium appeal.
Cloud Candy – Mighty Squirrel Brewing Company
This product image features a can of Cloud Candy beer, with the focus on showcasing its vibrant design and branding. The retouching process emphasised colour accuracy and creative presentation.
Key adjustments include:
Colour corrected the can for accuracy
Replaced background to complement the can
Integrated cloud elements from the can design into the background
Enhanced branding clarity and focus
Prepared an animated version on the clouds for digital use (see homepage)
The result is a polished, visually engaging product image that emphasises colour, design, and creative potential.
E-Commerce Product Cutouts
This series features a selection of e-commerce product images designed for clean, flexible online use. The focus was on producing crisp, professional cutouts suitable for web stores, marketplaces, and marketing assets.
Key adjustments include:
Removed lighting equipment and background distractions
Created clean, pure white backgrounds
Refined edges for accurate cutouts
Balanced colour and exposure for consistency
The result is a set of versatile, high-quality product assets ready for web use, advertising, and creative experimentation.
Nike Trainer – Product Enhancement
This image was created to give the impression of the trainer suspended mid-air. The original photograph used fishing wire to achieve the floating effect, which was later removed during post-production to create a seamless final result.
Key adjustments include:
Removed visible fishing wire to create a natural floating effect
Added subtle vignette to guide focus toward the product
Increased contrast to emphasise shape and structure
Refined highlights and shadows for depth
Enhanced clarity of the Nike logo for brand impact
The result is a clean, dynamic product image that feels lightweight and elevated, with strong emphasis on form, branding, and visual focus.
If you’d like to discuss freelance retouch support, feel free to get in touch at:
jamieBrown@tog-studio.co.uk
