Behind the Image: Building a Career as a High-End Retoucher

What does it take to build a lasting career in one of the most competitive and often unseen corners of the photography industry? In this talk, professional high-end retoucher Pratik Naik shares his journey from discovering retouching to building a career working with photographers and clients around the world. He will also showcase a look behind the process of retouching. Pratik will share the lessons, challenges, and decisions that helped him stand out in a competitive field, along with insights into building a reputation, attracting the right clients, and presenting work at a professional level. He’ll also explore the role SmugMug has played throughout his career as the platform he uses to showcase his portfolio and present his work to high-end clients.