Go to Filter > Imagenomic > Portraiture. You will see the interface.
A hidden gem in version 2.3 is the Enhancement group:
Portraiture is a plugin designed to eliminate the tedious manual labor of selective masking and pixel-by-pixel treatments typically required for skin retouching. It uses an algorithm to automatically smooth skin while preserving texture and details.
Here is the recommended way to use Build 2308:
Imagenomic Portraiture 2 (Build 2308-01) is a specialized plugin for Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom designed to automate complex skin retouching. This specific build focus was on refining the Detail Smoothing and Skin Tones Mask algorithms to provide professional results with minimal manual intervention. Core Functionality
Intelligent Skin Smoothing: The plugin analyzes the image to apply softening only where needed, effectively removing artifacts while preserving essential textures like hair, eyelashes, and eyebrows. Imagenomic Portraiture 2 2.3 build 2308 1
Tri-Level Detail Control: Users can independently adjust the smoothing degree for three distinct detail sizes: Fine, Medium, and Large.
Automated Masking: It features an "Auto-Mask" capability that identifies skin tones automatically. Users can further refine this mask using an eyedropper tool to pick specific skin tones from the image. Key Features in Build 2308-01
Imagenomic Portraiture 2 (specifically Build 2308) is an industry-standard skin retouching plugin designed to automate complex retouching tasks while maintaining skin texture and detail. It is widely used by photographers in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Aperture
workflows to achieve professional-level skin smoothing without the tedious manual work of frequency separation. Imagenomic Key Features of Portraiture 2 Intelligent Smoothing
: The plugin uses an algorithm that specifically targets skin tones, applying smoothing and healing effects only where needed while preserving the "grain" of the skin. Skin Tone Masking Go to Filter > Imagenomic > Portraiture
: Features an automated masking tool that can be fine-tuned with a color dropper to precisely select skin areas and avoid blurring hair, eyes, or clothing. Enhancement Controls : Beyond smoothing, it includes sliders for adjusting warmth, brightness, and contrast specifically within the masked skin area. Preset Management
: Build 2308 includes a robust preset manager, allowing you to save custom settings for different lighting conditions or skin types and share them across different machines. Non-Destructive Workflow : The plugin can be set to output the retouched effect to a
or create a transparency mask, ensuring your original image remains untouched. Imagenomic How to Use Portraiture 2 Open the Plugin : In Photoshop, navigate to Filter > Imagenomic > Portraiture 2 Select the Mask eyedropper tool
in the "Skin Tones Mask" panel to click on a mid-tone area of the subject's face. Adjust Detail Smoothing : Use the sliders for Fine, Medium, and Large
details. Smaller values preserve more texture, while higher values provide a more "airbrushed" look. Fine-Tune Enhancements : Adjust the sliders to balance the final look. Output Settings Imagenomic Portraiture 2 (Build 2308-01) is a specialized
: Ensure the output is set to a "New Layer" so you can adjust the overall opacity in Photoshop later for a more natural finish. Installation Notes
To install this specific build, ensure your host application (like Photoshop) is closed. Run the installer provided by Imagenomic
, which should automatically detect compatible versions of Photoshop and Lightroom on your system. After installation, you may need to enter your license key under the "About" or "License" menu within the plugin interface. Imagenomic settings or presets
for a particular type of photography, such as high-fashion or natural lifestyle portraits? How to Use Portraiture in Photoshop: A Step-by-Step Guide
Imagenomic Portraiture 2 (v2.3 build 2308-1) is a highly regarded Photoshop plugin that automates the tedious process of skin retouching while preserving natural texture. Though older, it remains a standard for photographers who need to process large volumes of portraits quickly. Key Features Using Portraiture 2.3 by Imagenomic (Discount Offer)
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