Do's and Don'ts of Photoshop Retouching

Saw this interesting article. Here's an excerpt:

DON’T Rely Solely on Clone Stamp Tool for Your Dirty Work The Clone Stamp tool is commonly used to retouch photos, but overusing it can yield horrific results. Using a high opacity and hardness can give target areas a lumpy feel, especially if the region you’re sampling isn’t a close enough match in color. Opt for a lower opacity and softer brush in most cases. If you can’t avoid using the Clone Stamp tool or are just plain attached to it, don’t turn your back on other tools that could smooth out the kinks. A quick swipe of the Blur tool can make a world of difference.

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