When evaluating retouch prices and decoupage prices, not all images should be considered the same. Separating a straight-sided box from the background and working on hair, glass, or a translucent object require different labor. That's why it's important to see sample images in a freelance photo editing offer.
Describe decoupage and retouching separately
Decoupage may involve separating the object from the background, while retouching may involve editing certain flaws or tonal differences in the image. Color correction, reflection reduction, spot removal, and combining multiple photos are not the same job.
Instead of “Let's make the photos beautiful,” write down what you want to change and what you want to keep. It is important not to mislead the actual color and shape, especially in product images.
Source file and usage area
A result suitable for large print cannot always be produced from a small, compressed image. Original files, target size and background to be used should be shared. E-commerce card, catalog printing and advertising composite create different output expectations.
Determining the desired level on a sample photo can be useful in batch jobs. It should not be assumed that all subsequent photographs are of the same difficulty; different types should be classified separately.
How to read price per image?
If distinctions such as simple, medium, and complex are used, ask what these classes mean. What corrections are included, how many printouts will be given, will different color variants be requested? The number of images alone does not answer these questions.
An example of narrow scope is to place products shot in similar light on a clean background. Series consistency can be established from a wide range of different shots, and detailed retouching and different usage outputs can be prepared. Price comparison should be made on the same transaction list.
Delivery and control
The transparent background file, flattened output, and editable source are different deliverables. Naming and matching with the product code are also important, especially with large numbers of images. Please check the edges, tones and actual usage size during confirmation.
Share your sample images representing different challenges in the interview with Selçuk Aker at graphic design support. Photo editing guide allows you to describe the scope more clearly.
Frequently asked questions
Does removing the background with one click with Decupe give the same quality?
The result depends on the image and the area of use. Control of edges, reflections and translucent areas may be required.
Will the unit price remain the same for multiple images?
Similarity is evaluated based on difficulty and delivery order; An automatic price rule should not be assumed.
Is photography included in this service?
Editing and shooting are separate tasks. If both are required, separate scopes should be written.
Send sample file for photo editing expert
When looking for a retouch specialist or decoupage service, it is not enough to state the number of images alone. Hair, transparent surface, glare, shadow and background structure can change the difficulty of the job. In your photo editing request, share a sample file and desired usage size.
Together with Selçuk Aker we can determine the need for retouching, background layout and campaign adaptation in product image design. Clarify with the content manager any interventions that will change the actual features of the product. If new photography is required, it should be planned separately from the existing image editing.
