Pratik Naik
Pratik Naik is a high-end retoucher based in the United States, specializing in commercial and editorial imagery. With over 15 years of experience, he combines fine art sensibility with technical precision, creating seamless, natural retouching that honors the photographer’s vision. As the founder of Infinite Color and its suite of creative tools, Pratik is also a pioneer in AI-driven workflows. A passionate educator, he teaches photographers and retouchers worldwide how to master Photoshop, streamline their processes, and harness emerging technologies to elevate their artistry.
Mastering Light: Transforming Portraits Through Simple Shifts
Join Pratik Naik for a hands-on Photo Walk where you’ll discover just how much can change with a simple shift of light. Instead of relying on rigid s… Join Pratik Naik for a hands-on Photo Walk where you’ll discover just how much can change with a simple shift of light. Instead of relying on rigid setups, Pratik will guide you through playful experimentation—showing how small adjustments can compl… Join Pratik Naik for a hands-on Photo Walk where you’ll discover just how much can change with a simple shift of light. Instead of relying on rigid setups, Pratik will guide you through playful experimentation—showing how small adjustments can completely transform a portrait. You’ll see cause and effect in real time and learn to trust both your eye and intuition when shaping light. This session is all about exploration and discovery, giving you … Join Pratik Naik for a hands-on Photo Walk where you’ll discover just how much can change with a simple shift of light. Instead of relying on rigid setups, Pratik will guide you through playful experimentation—showing how small adjustments can completely transform a portrait. You’ll see cause and effect in real time and learn to trust both your eye and intuition when shaping light. This session is all about exploration and discovery, giving you practical techniques and creative freedom to apply in your own work. Plus, you’ll leave with striking images you’ve created along the way.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More
The Modern Portrait Workflow: From Capture to Retouching
See the full process of creating a refined portrait—from capture to final retouch. In this live demo, Pratik Naik will begin by photographing a model… See the full process of creating a refined portrait—from capture to final retouch. In this live demo, Pratik Naik will begin by photographing a model and then move step-by-step through a high-end retouching workflow that preserves texture, tone, and… See the full process of creating a refined portrait—from capture to final retouch. In this live demo, Pratik Naik will begin by photographing a model and then move step-by-step through a high-end retouching workflow that preserves texture, tone, and realism. He will demonstrate how to approach lighting and composition with retouching in mind, then show how the raw file is transformed into a polished, portfolio-ready image. Along the way, Pratik … See the full process of creating a refined portrait—from capture to final retouch. In this live demo, Pratik Naik will begin by photographing a model and then move step-by-step through a high-end retouching workflow that preserves texture, tone, and realism. He will demonstrate how to approach lighting and composition with retouching in mind, then show how the raw file is transformed into a polished, portfolio-ready image. Along the way, Pratik will also share where selective AI tools can help speed up the process without sacrificing quality or control. What You’ll Learn: How to photograph with retouching and final output in mind A complete workflow from raw capture to finished image Non-destructive skin cleanup that maintains natural detail Where selective AI can speed up retouching without compromising quality Techniques that meet editorial and commercial standardsShow MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More