*Foundational Skills:*

1. Understanding image resolution and file formats

2. Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and its interface

3. Basic selection and masking techniques

*Retouching Fundamentals:*

1. Removing blemishes and imperfections

2. Smoothing skin textures

3. Enhancing facial features

4. Removing wrinkles and fine lines

5. Whitening teeth and eyes

*Advanced Retouching Techniques:*

1. Frequency separation for detailed retouching

2. Using the clone stamp and healing brush tools

3. Advanced selection and masking techniques

4. Retouching hair and clothing

5. Removing objects and distractions from images

*Color Grading and Enhancement:*

1. Understanding color theory and its application in retouching

2. Enhancing image colors and contrast

3. Creating natural-looking color grades

4. Using curves and levels for advanced color correction

*Workflow and Efficiency:*

1. Organizing and managing files and layers

2. Using actions and batch processing for efficiency

3. Best practices for non-destructive editing

4. Exporting and delivering final images

*Real-World Applications:*

1. Retouching portraits, fashion, and beauty images

2. Enhancing product and still-life photography

3. Applying retouching skills to real-world projects