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RetouchPRO http://www.retouchpro.com/forums RetouchPRO is a free resource for photo retouchers, professional or hobbyist. We have tutorials, retouching contests, retouching challenges, a gallery, and a very active forum. en Sat, 26 Jul 2008 02:05:01 GMT vBulletin 60 http://retouchpro.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg RetouchPRO http://www.retouchpro.com/forums Upload choices ftp security http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/your-website/22604-upload-choices-ftp-security.html Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:24:26 GMT 1- My apologies if this post is in the wrong area or not conducive to this thread. (Had it in 'software' moving it here) anyway I am a kind of long time member and know that there are gurus here, hoping one of you can help me.

2- My issue: I created a website (for family and close friends) to do minor photo retouching/restoration (this is a hobby for me)

3- Restored a couple photos for a close friend, who then suggested my site to a not-so-close friend of hers

4- Received an email from the not-so-close-friend-of-my-friend to do some work

5- THIS, I THINK, is my mistake:
I created an ftp account at my server (Linux based) and instructed this individual with screen shots on how to install and operate the ftp client
6- Through my Cpanel, have been watching my bandwith... etc., (bandwith's ok) but noticed today (after I cancelled her account because of being told that she needs to find someone local to do her photos) that she had been at my site, every page, through the identity assigned her ftp account and instead of my cpanel indicating her ip address, it displayed the ftp account id. Is this strange? Should I be concerned? If so, of what should I be concerned?

7- I just want to do this as a hobby for family and close friends, but I still want to be secure.

I'm looking into a php script/form instead of creating an ftp account for family and friends. Is this a safer option?

I'm curious and perhaps my lack of knowledge is dangerous, kind of like, "..just enough rope to hang myself..".

Help, suggestions, tremendously appreciated.

Thanks!
__________________
Susie~
A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle. ]]> Your Website lcramer53 http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/your-website/22604-upload-choices-ftp-security.html security ftp, asp, php??? http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/software/22603-security-ftp-asp-php.html Fri, 25 Jul 2008 23:52:35 GMT Moved this to "my website" ]]> Software lcramer53 http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/software/22603-security-ftp-asp-php.html Photo viewer for my website http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/your-website/22602-photo-viewer-my-website.html Fri, 25 Jul 2008 20:15:02 GMT I am trying to find a website or a tutorial on how to post photos on my website so when you click a pic it gets enlarged and the screen around it goes to a transparent black. Does anyone know what it is and where i can get that? Thanks for any info you might have! I am trying to find a website or a tutorial on how to post photos on my website so when you click a pic it gets enlarged and the screen around it goes to a transparent black. Does anyone know what it is and where i can get that?

Thanks for any info you might have! ]]> Your Website JOELOHR http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/your-website/22602-photo-viewer-my-website.html 35mm film\slide cleaning techniques\chemicals. http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/history-conservation-repair/22601-35mm-film-slide-cleaning-techniques-chemicals.html Fri, 25 Jul 2008 19:30:17 GMT I have previously posted a problem when scanning slides on my Nikon Super CoolScan 5000.

As seen below

http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/inp...tml#post199381

Basically, all the light\bright spots seem to wash out, or flare out.

Either its dirt, residue on the slides or there is a problem with the scanner, or the scanners rare really like that, but it doesn't appear on a flatbed.

I will try to clean the slides first, and scan them. If that doesn't work, I'm going to send them out to a slide scanning service that uses the exact same scanner I have and pay them to do it. If they get better post cleaning results that I have, then I will know that there is something wrong with this brand-new scanner.

I have purchased isopropyl\isopropanol-2 alcohol 99% (surgical grade rubbing alcohol)

I have also purchased a small amount of PEC-12 with the PEC-12 pads.

I'm also looking into FilmRenew or Vitafilm.

I'm not sure if its required, but after cleaning you probably have to seal the film with a lubricant, such as Pentaerythritol tetastearate dissolved in isopropyl\isopropanol-2 alcohol 99% (surgical grade rubbing alcohol)......a .6 grams per liter solution....

Any advice ?
How do you clean the film exactly. Do you rub it under the solution. Do you leave it overnight. Is there a specific amount of time to leave it under. A youtube video would be great. Will the solution remove the actual image if kept under too long? What about drying ? How should I dry it and where?
Using a blowdryer with or without heat ?....in a bathroom....etc.... ]]> History, Conservation, and Repair jmn http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/history-conservation-repair/22601-35mm-film-slide-cleaning-techniques-chemicals.html Daisy ? http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/photo-based-art/22600-daisy.html Fri, 25 Jul 2008 17:39:54 GMT I took this last night while messing with my camera, but as there is a lot of white may not be that easy to artify :aghast: Palms I took this last night while messing with my camera, but as there is a lot of white may not be that easy to artify :aghast:

Palms

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]]> Photo-Based Art palms1 http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/photo-based-art/22600-daisy.html How Do I Do This? http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/rp-tutorials/22599-how-do-i-do.html Fri, 25 Jul 2008 15:28:11 GMT http://www.modelmayhem.com/pic.php?p...79&pid=6400182

Am I WAY overthinking this, or do I need a plug-in. Is this more than photoshop? Suggestions Please!

-Alex ]]> RetouchPRO Tutorials MissLihs http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/rp-tutorials/22599-how-do-i-do.html Suggestions pls ??? http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/photo-restoration/22598-suggestions-pls.html Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:15:20 GMT Not sure if the saturation and hue is right... http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h243/mitac4614/mumrevised.jpg http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h243/mitac4614/mum34.jpg Thanks Ian Not sure if the saturation and hue is right...

http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h2...mumrevised.jpg

http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h2...4614/mum34.jpg

Thanks

Ian ]]> Photo Restoration mytac http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/photo-restoration/22598-suggestions-pls.html Spme ppl are IDIOTS http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/work-jobs/22597-spme-ppl-idiots.html Fri, 25 Jul 2008 13:28:18 GMT Everything through www.deviantart.com

First mail i get:

do you take commission?
instead making a 3d model i want tou use existed element to buily a model and use existent stuff combine them to create the models (jeans model)
i also need you to give me a friend name that make 3d animation with flash
i will provide him freelance work too.
this is the deal i will pay you 130 usd for 3 jeans in 2 position.(back and front) and another extra pisition for a model site on the budy.
i transfer the money in the western union you just need to give me scand id, and personal ditails then i send you the money order number and you pick the money from your post office\western union.
best regards
tony

So I said:

Thank u Tony but I'm not sure i understand.

u need retouching/manipulation on 6 images TOTAL?

If that's the case, your budget is not going to cover it, sorry.

I charge a minimal 40 GBP Per image (Aprox 80 usd per image)

Thanks for the offer.

I'll try to find an animator for u, i'm sure i know someone :)

Good luck!
x
Natalia

And I thought... I'm sure he'll find someone cheaper to do the job. There's always someone out there :)

But then I got:

in argentina it's a lot of money the month sallery is 300 usd
1-2 days job, i pay a good painter 100 usd for 5 sketch
with different position (what make it 10 sketch)
i dont bilieve this is your sallery per month is over 1000 usd
be realistic stop dreaming.
thanks for your search tip.
this is my offer, i wont give you one bux more
i know argentina my ex girlfriend shes from there.
if you have better offer.... take them.
thanks for your time.
and sorry for my attitude
but i know about price range
my friend in argentina pablo work like crazy
make 300 usd, and it's funny you want so much
for easy work, i will send him money to learn photo
shop if you so rich.

and then he sent another note:

you who wanna work with me?
the artist i argentina, realy the best for chipe
chak thi know name in google
"Nico Di Mattia"
is one of the best speed painting in the world
he wanna make freelance for me
you want me to give you is email?

Of course I'm not even going to answer this rude, ignorant person. But i just wanted to share it with someone who could understand me.

And ask: Was I rude at any time? Maybe is an English thing... I don't know... did i write anything that could have set him off like that?

anyway ...

Have a nice day ppl ]]> Work/Jobs Godmother http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/work-jobs/22597-spme-ppl-idiots.html New member - Stumbled upon this lovely forum! http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/salon/22596-new-member-stumbled-upon-lovely-forum.html Fri, 25 Jul 2008 08:00:44 GMT Hi guys!

My name is Tom, and I'm interested in photo retouch and anything to do with graphics in general. I currently employ Photoshop CS3.

A little about me, I'm a forum administrator and moderator, systems administrator, used to use vB, now I own IPB. I work in real estate and finance, I'm a watch collector; call me a WIS if you wish :p, I also do free lance graphics work.

My favorite category of food is seafood and pasta. As far as meats go, I love me a good steak. I listen to any type of music, minus hip-hop, rap, country, or bluegrass. I do like beer, and try beers from many countries when I can. My hobbies include writing, collecting movies and watches, spending time with my lovely wife, horsing around with my nephews (no kids of my own), oh, before I forget, I'm 34! :p

At this age, I count back 1 year each birthday I have! :lol: ]]> Salon Breitling http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/salon/22596-new-member-stumbled-upon-lovely-forum.html Great grandmother very damaged photo Pls help http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/photo-restoration/22595-great-grandmother-very-damaged-photo-pls-help.html Fri, 25 Jul 2008 07:36:29 GMT Hi Guys,

I was passed on this photo of this Great grandmother to repair, I am afraid the photo is very damaged, it has been in a frame for years, it is actually a copy of a copy, the original has been lost. I am trying to repair what I can, but would be most grateful if I could have the help and knowledge of how to repair this treasured damaged photo from you guys.

The photo is of my son paternal great grandmother, the lady was somewhat a character in life. It would be lovely to see her photo in great shape and to preserve my son's family history.

Many thanks in advance.

regards

helen

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2359/...db240920_o.jpg ]]> Photo Restoration sergio2263 http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/photo-restoration/22595-great-grandmother-very-damaged-photo-pls-help.html 2 bleached 30 year old wedding photos http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/photo-restoration/22594-2-bleached-30-year-old-wedding-photos.html Fri, 25 Jul 2008 07:09:54 GMT Hi all,

Initial post and firstly, I just want to say some of you guys are amazing! I am in absolute awe by what some of you can achieve - I only hope that one day I can do half of what you can do!

Right - the issue - attached are 2 old photos (nan and grandad), photos are 30 years old and have been sitting in oval frames in a sunny window since the wedding day. I noticed how they had faded and said "i'll try and fix them a bit" - little did I know the actual complexity of the task.

So - how would you go about it? I did notice (I think) almost all of the damage to the standing photo is in the blue channel. Not sure if this helps.

The sitting one - well, what can I say - bleached - completely.

Just wondering how you guys would approach something like this using CS3/Elements/Corel? Any ideas, suggestions or examples would be greatly appreciated.

I have been playing with color balances and the clone tool and color brush but 1) has taken ages and 2) doesn't look great.

I have some hi-res (600dpi) scans that I can make available if it helps? Just let me know.

Thanks in advance and keep up the great work!!

Dave.

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]]> Photo Restoration mr_david_stacey http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/photo-restoration/22594-2-bleached-30-year-old-wedding-photos.html Digital Imaging Specialist / Retoucher. http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/classifieds/22592-digital-imaging-specialist-retoucher.html Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:39:06 GMT I am a Digital Imaging Specialist with Advanced Retouching Skills, looking to eventually branch out on my own with a hand full of clients. If a unique and worthwhile opportunity/position were to present itself, I would consider it. But the true purpose of this listing is to find steady freelance work.

I have most recently worked on third-party clients such as Burberry, Eddie Bauer, Nokia, Panasonic, Briggs& Riley, Nike, Lego and many more.

With My current position, I work within the Pre-media division as a Pre-Media Technician. Where I work closely on images for the music industry.

Previously I worked in a High-end Fashion Photography Agency downtown NYC. I gained extensive knowledge on Fashion, Beauty and Product Retouching and Photography, as well as other areas. Having worked hands on with well-known, top-notch photographers, I handled everything from managing the imaging archives and company websites to scanning (images, negatives etc.), advanced retouching, to designing layouts for portfolios. That is only a fraction of my responsibilities with in the Agency.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

All photo imaging and manipulation.
P.C. and Mac advanced, Photoshop, illustrator, indesign, premiere, after affects, quark, c1pro, ftp, html.
Retoucher, illustrator, digital tech., photographer, stop motion animator, storyboard artist.
Strong eye, color expert.
Advanced drawing skills, complete understanding of anatomy.
Art College background.
Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple tasks.
Highly motivated; works well both independently and as part of a team.
Fast learner; quickly absorb and utilize new methods. Strong attention to detail.
Knowledge of animation lunchbox (technical support and behind the scenes production).
Excellent Internet researching skills.
Seven years working experience.

PAST AND PRESENT TITLES:

Visual Expert.
Digital Imaging specialist.
Pre-Media Technician / Color Expert.

If you have any questions or would like to see examples of my work please contact Me.

Thank You!!!!

Therareones@hotmail.com ]]> Classifieds Anima http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/classifieds/22592-digital-imaging-specialist-retoucher.html Photoshop Brushes http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/photo-retouching/22591-photoshop-brushes.html Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:58:46 GMT Hello all,

Any suggestions on where to download photoshop brushes? I'm learning the dodging and burning technique and would like to experiment with brushes for this purpose. If you have any customized I'd appreciate it!

Thanks,
Veronica Hamburger ]]> Photo Retouching Hamburger Image http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/photo-retouching/22591-photoshop-brushes.html my first restoration and its green!!!!!! http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/photo-retouching/22590-my-first-restoration-its-green.html Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:33:02 GMT Hello everyone, You guys are amazing, I am so impressed with your talent. (this is my first post as well) I have just finished my first restoration job ever, and am having a really hard time getting the green tinge off the faces. Am working in photoshop. They were pretty burned out, with a harsh white light, and it was a real challenge to get the faces to look right. (I think I did a reasonable job for a first timer, but when I printed it out, the color is not right) If anyone point me in the right direction as to how to adjust the color so that they look rosy and human, I would be eternally grateful. Am going to attempt to post the original and my version and would be happy to get feedback. ouch! Thanks so much, Jozie Hello everyone,
You guys are amazing, I am so impressed with your talent. (this is my first post as well)
I have just finished my first restoration job ever, and am having a really hard time getting the green tinge off the faces. Am working in photoshop.
They were pretty burned out, with a harsh white light, and it was a real challenge to get the faces to look right. (I think I did a reasonable job for a first timer, but when I printed it out, the color is not right)
If anyone point me in the right direction as to how to adjust the color so that they look rosy and human, I would be eternally grateful.
Am going to attempt to post the original and my version and would be happy to get feedback. ouch!
Thanks so much,
Jozie

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]]> Photo Retouching Jozie http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/photo-retouching/22590-my-first-restoration-its-green.html Any help on to dark of an image http://www.retouchpro.com/forums/image-help/22589-any-help-dark-image.html Thu, 24 Jul 2008 15:33:23 GMT Was wondering if there is anything that can be done to lighten the subject in this picture. When I try the noise level goes up. I have used curves. Brightness and contrast adjustment layers. Noise reduction. Color correction and a levels adjustment. Even tried painting. Here is link to the original image. http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r235/mtpfamily/IMG_6155.jpg Was wondering if there is anything that can be done to lighten the subject in this picture. When I try the noise level goes up. I have used curves. Brightness and contrast adjustment layers. Noise reduction. Color correction and a levels adjustment. Even tried painting. Here is link to the original image.
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