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I have a headshot of myself that was taken with an old Android phone camera nearly 10 years ago, so it's very blurry and pixelated. I would like it updated and made clearer to represent today's professional photography standards and also some small details added, to certain areas, that weren't there before, but in an integrated and very photorealistic style that would give off the illusion that they were part of the original picture as opposed to causing a viewer to think that it was photoshopped. So, it would be the same image and background with more clarity and some modifications. I have more detailed descriptions already written out, a diagram, and visual references, because I've already had 3 different artists attempt to do this but either dropped the project halfway through, or were just unable to deliver what I was asking for. I'll send the more detailed instructions and reference images via inbox, after we've come to an agreement. Because I'm an artist myself, I tend to be very detailed when describing an image, but to make things simple here, I've summed up everything I'm looking for in a simplified list I've numbered from 1 to 7. 1. Increase the resolution of the image. 2. Add more clarity/detail to my skin. 3. Add more clarity and detail to my hair. 4. Clear up (dark spots) and even out my skin complexion. 5. Give hairline and facial hair a more groomed appearance. 6. Add a deep wave pattern to my hair like in the images that I'm attaching here because I'm aware that it it will probably be the biggest change and may be the most challenging. 7. Clean up and blur the background so it still looks like it compliments me and is includes me but makes me stand out more, giving it a more professional look In summary, my ultimate goal in this project is to look like a professional model in the photograph. Still very much like myself, just with an upgraded appearance.
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With your trust placed in me, I assure you of a different experience from previous attempts. I understand the level of detail and precision your project requires- that's something I thrive in! My decade-long expertise in graphic designing, especially my adeptness in image processing and refining, has earned me more than 900 five-star reviews - indicative of the immense satisfaction I provide to my clients. To me, graphic designing is not just about making changes but rather intertwining them seamlessly into an image. Your detailed list reflects a desire for a genuine image uplift without it appearing retouched. And that's exactly how I work - blending enhancements subtly yet significantly. Whether it is increasing resolution, adding clarity and detail to skin and hair or dealing with complexion discrepancies - all seven, actually - I commit to giving your photo+graph as natural and photorealistic an upgrade as possible, mastering the art of illusion that makes professionals out of pixels. rust me to elevate their projects, let's breathe new life into your headshot together!
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Hi, this is a nuanced request and I understand why previous attempts struggled. Enhancing a low resolution headshot while keeping it natural requires careful reconstruction rather than heavy filters or obvious edits. Work has included restoring and refining portraits where clarity, skin tone balance, and realistic detail were critical. For your image, the approach would focus on controlled upscaling, rebuilding skin and hair detail, refining complexion, and grooming adjustments while keeping everything believable. The wave pattern and hairline will be integrated subtly so it feels like part of the original, not added later. Background will be softened to give a clean, professional depth. The goal is a polished, model level result that still looks like you. You can review similar retouching work here: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Humaumair12 best regards, Huma
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As a seasoned Graphic Designer with a strong background in photo editing, I can certainly take on the challenge of enhancing and remodeling your old, pixelated headshot to meet present-day professional standards. With my extensive 15-year experience in photography modifications and my commitment to precision and attention to detail, I specialize in producing high-quality photo edits that integrate seamlessly and look as authentic as the original image. I understand the importance of preserving your identity, while incorporating the changes subtly and professionally, aspects crucial for this particular project. Completing numerous successful logo design projects has honed my skills in increasing resolution, enhancing details, balancing color tones, and creating natural modifications that add depth without looking photoshopped. I am comfortable working collaboratively with clients by taking their unique needs into consideration at every step of the process - ensuring all particulars are met. With a diverse portfolio spanning across various sectors like Сorporate or Retail, I have honed my skills in delivering innovation alongside relevance, tailoring my designs to exceed expectations established by clients. Consequently, irrespective of the complexity of your project, I am confident that together we can elevate your image into an impressive piece of contemporary art while maintaining the essence that makes you you
$120 USD in 1 day
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Hello, What you’re asking for goes far beyond basic retouching, it’s a careful reconstruction where clarity, realism, and identity all have to stay perfectly aligned so the final image feels like a high-end professional photo rather than something edited. The challenge is not just improving resolution, but enhancing features like skin, hair, and structure in a way that still looks naturally captured in-camera. I will approach your image with a hybrid workflow combining high-end upscaling, manual skin and hair detailing, and precise compositing to rebuild lost detail while preserving your natural likeness. Enhancements like complexion correction, hairline grooming, and the deep wave pattern will be crafted gradually using reference-guided painting and texture blending so they integrate seamlessly. The background will be refined to subtly separate you without looking artificial. Every step will be handled non-destructively with close attention to realism at 100 percent zoom, ensuring no artifacts, halos, or “over-photoshopped” look. The final result will feel like a professionally shot portrait rather than a heavily edited image. I can share similar high-end photo restoration and realistic enhancement samples upon request. Please come over chat and discuss your requirement in a detailed way.
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Hi, I’m Jagjeet — with 10+ years of experience in high-end photo retouching and realistic image enhancement. I can transform your old headshot into a sharp, professional-quality image while keeping it natural and true to you. What I’ll deliver: • High-resolution enhancement with improved clarity • Natural skin retouching (even tone, no over-smoothing) • Detailed hair and facial hair refinement • Realistic grooming improvements (hairline + beard) • Subtle deep wave texture integration (photorealistic) • Clean, softly blurred background for professional look • Final high-quality image ready for use I focus on realism—so the final result looks like a professionally shot photo, not edited. I understand your level of detail and will follow your references carefully. I can start immediately and deliver with precision. Best regards, Jagjeet Singh.
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