Pratik Naik

Pratik Naik is a high-end retoucher based in the United States, specializing in commercial and editorial work. With over 15 years of experience, he retains a deep passion for mastering the art of retouching in Photoshop. His background in fine art fuels his passion for retouching. Naik believes in a streamlined, seamless approach that respects the photographer's original vision while striving for flawless results. His ultimate goal is to preserve the natural essence of an image while elevating it to the photographer's exacting standards. Alongside his retouching work, Naik finds great satisfaction in teaching. He enjoys simplifying complex techniques, making them accessible for aspiring retouchers. Witnessing the "aha!" moment when concepts become clear for a student brings him immense fulfillment. Additionally, Naik is the founder of Infinite Color, a leading Photoshop color grading extension, and their suite of other powerful Infinite tools.