Retouching Scanned Photos

[pgreen7436]

We had family potraits taken not too long ago and I am trying to scan them in. I have cleaned and re-cleaned the scanner bed but still get lots of "dust" speckles in the pictures. I tried the dust & scratches removal in PSE5 but it didn't help much! Outside of going over all the specks with the Healing Tool or Clone Tool, does anyone have any other suggestions?

[Daviskw]

Hi there

It is a common problem but it often depends on the individual photo.

If you post a sample I'll bet we can help.

If you like check out www.pixentral.com you can upload then link your picture to post here.

I use save for web to size it so it is about 150kb in size and around 750 px across.

Once uploaded at the bottom of the dialog I use the Forum box... I copy then paste it in a post on this forum.

People are very good here not using your picture except to help you.

Butch

[pgreen7436]

Butch,
Thanks. I'll try and post some samples tonight of what I'm talking about.