Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Learn how to edit your selfie from start to finish with high-end color grading and lighting techniques in Photoshop!
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In this tutorial, we will learn how to turn a flat selfie into a stunning piece with depth, dimension, and drama. Right from creating a clean look to using Curves, Masks, and Advanced adjustments for dramatic lighting effect, we will cover it all from beginning to end. Starting with proper cropping, straightening and fixing distortions, we will get the image prepared for further treatment. Then, with cleanup and retouching, we create a solid base. After which we start with special effects for lighting, shadows, color, and contrast, leaving no stone unturned for a professional yet natural look. I hope this video helps you. Thank you so much for watching :)
► TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 What We'll Learn
00:32 Understanding the Approach
00:55 Crop It Right
01:16 The Cleanup Process
02:21 Remove Blemishes
03:19 Fix Mirror Distortions
05:33 Create Highlights
06:57 Create Shadows
08:54 Add Light and Special Effects
11:53 Edge Highlights
14:29 Make Colors Pop
16:07 Create Custom Vignette
17:35 Finishing Touch
19:05 Conclusion & Approach
► RECOMMENDED SOFTWARE & CREATIVE RESOURCES:
✅ Official PiXimperfect Compositing Plugin: https://pix.live/pixcomposite
✅ The Best A.I. Powered High-End Portrait Retouching Plugins: https://pix.live/retouch4me
✅ Unlimited Photoshop Actions, Plugins, Brushes, Assets, etc: https://pix.live/envato
✅ The Best Professional Plugin for Color Grading: https://pix.live/infinitecolor
✅ Best Plugin for Landscape & Astrophotography: https://pix.live/propanel
✅ Try Photoshop for Free: https://pix.live/photoshop
✅ Music Used in PiXimperfect Videos: https://pix.live/music
► THE GEAR I USE:
✅ My Graphic Tablet: https://pix.live/wacompro
✅ Recommended Budget Tablet: https://pix.live/wacomlite
✅ Primary Microphone: https://pix.live/mic1
✅ Budget Microphone: https://pix.live/mic2
✅ Audio Interface: https://pix.live/audiointerface
✅ Camera: https://pix.live/camera
✅ Lens: https://pix.live/lens
► DOWNLOADS:
1. Sample Image: https://pix.live/selfiesample
2. Finished PSD: https://pix.live/selfiepsd (Only for PiXimperfect Pro Members)
► LET'S CONNECT:
Instagram: instagram.com/piximperfect
Facebook: facebook.com/piximperfect
Twitter: twitter.com/piximperfect
Learn how to edit your selfie from start to finish with high-end color grading and lighting techniques in Photoshop!
🚀 Join PiXimperfect Pro - The Ultimate Photoshop Training Course: https://pix.live/pro
In this tutorial, we will learn how to turn a flat selfie into a stunning piece with depth, dimension, and drama. Right from creating a clean look to using Curves, Masks, and Advanced adjustments for dramatic lighting effect, we will cover it all from beginning to end. Starting with proper cropping, straightening and fixing distortions, we will get the image prepared for further treatment. Then, with cleanup and retouching, we create a solid base. After which we start with special effects for lighting, shadows, color, and contrast, leaving no stone unturned for a professional yet natural look. I hope this video helps you. Thank you so much for watching :)
► TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 What We'll Learn
00:32 Understanding the Approach
00:55 Crop It Right
01:16 The Cleanup Process
02:21 Remove Blemishes
03:19 Fix Mirror Distortions
05:33 Create Highlights
06:57 Create Shadows
08:54 Add Light and Special Effects
11:53 Edge Highlights
14:29 Make Colors Pop
16:07 Create Custom Vignette
17:35 Finishing Touch
19:05 Conclusion & Approach
► RECOMMENDED SOFTWARE & CREATIVE RESOURCES:
✅ Official PiXimperfect Compositing Plugin: https://pix.live/pixcomposite
✅ The Best A.I. Powered High-End Portrait Retouching Plugins: https://pix.live/retouch4me
✅ Unlimited Photoshop Actions, Plugins, Brushes, Assets, etc: https://pix.live/envato
✅ The Best Professional Plugin for Color Grading: https://pix.live/infinitecolor
✅ Best Plugin for Landscape & Astrophotography: https://pix.live/propanel
✅ Try Photoshop for Free: https://pix.live/photoshop
✅ Music Used in PiXimperfect Videos: https://pix.live/music
► THE GEAR I USE:
✅ My Graphic Tablet: https://pix.live/wacompro
✅ Recommended Budget Tablet: https://pix.live/wacomlite
✅ Primary Microphone: https://pix.live/mic1
✅ Budget Microphone: https://pix.live/mic2
✅ Audio Interface: https://pix.live/audiointerface
✅ Camera: https://pix.live/camera
✅ Lens: https://pix.live/lens
► DOWNLOADS:
1. Sample Image: https://pix.live/selfiesample
2. Finished PSD: https://pix.live/selfiepsd (Only for PiXimperfect Pro Members)
► LET'S CONNECT:
Instagram: instagram.com/piximperfect
Facebook: facebook.com/piximperfect
Twitter: twitter.com/piximperfect
