Ashley Martin
Post Production & Photography
What I do
I specialize in professional post-production photo editing to help photographers, brands, and creatives bring their vision to life. Whether you're looking for subtle retouching or bold, stylized edits, I offer tailored services that save you time and elevate your work.
Urban Warmth
I wanted to shift the mood from cool and overcast to a more inviting and cinematic atmosphere. I warmed up the tones, emphasizing the golden hues of the architecture to create a contrast between the historic building and the modern glass structure. This edit enhances the timeless feel of the space while maintaining the raw energy of the skaters.
Date
02/16/2025
Parisian Glow
I focused on enhancing the warmth and vibrancy of the original image while maintaining its moody, romantic feel. I brightened the overall exposure to bring out the architectural details and make the white walls feel cleaner and more inviting. My goal was to transform a slightly dull, overcast scene into something that feels more alive and enchanting, without losing its old-world charm.
Date
03/02/2025
Red Light
I edited my photo of the vintage red car in Paris by increasing the brightness and vibrance, making the colors pop while still keeping a soft, timeless feel. I wanted the red of the car to stand out against the classic Parisian backdrop, so I adjusted the highlights and midtones to create a balanced glow.
Date
03/02/2025
Cathedral
I edited my photo of the table of candles in the cathedral to bring out the warmth of the candlelight while also revealing the people in the background. I started by adjusting the exposure and shadows, lifting the darker areas so the figures became more visible without losing the ambiance of the scene. I increased the contrast slightly to define the flickering candle flames against the dim interior and enhanced the warmth to emphasize the glow.
Date
03/03/2025
The Flower Stand
I started by enhancing the color’s of the flowers, making them richer and more saturated while keeping them natural. To emphasize the sunlight, I increased the highlights and warmth, giving the scene a soft golden glow. A slight haze effect helped create an airy, light-filled look, while adjusting the contrast kept the details crisp without being too harsh. I also softened the background slightly to keep the focus on the stand, making it feel like a bright, cheerful moment frozen in time.
Date
03/17/2025
Park Evening
I edited my photo of the park with the sun streaming through the trees to balance the dreamy light while keeping the details of the scene visible. I softened the harsh sunlight by adjusting the highlights and adding a slight glow, creating a warm, ethereal effect without washing out the image. To maintain the richness of the greens, I enhanced the vibrance of the grass and trees, making them feel lush and alive. I also lifted the shadows slightly so the people and other elements in the park were still visible
Date
02/16/2025
Ben
To enhance the photo I really wanted to emphasise the cloudy day but to still bring brightness into the photo. By doing this I created several masks to enhancing the exposure and add emphasis on the objects in the photo. To further this I also removed certain elements that distracted from the subject
Date
02/16/2025
Mountain Portrait
In this portrait edit, I aimed to enhance the overall warmth and vibrancy of the image while maintaining a natural and cohesive look. The original photo featured a cool, cloudy atmosphere with mountains in the background, which I refined to create a more inviting and balanced aesthetic.
To achieve this, I increased the warmth and brightness, giving the image a golden, sunlit feel that complements the subject's skin tones and enhances the overall mood.
Date
03/19/2025
Desert Cafe
Something I really wanted to emphasise is emphasizing the warm, sunlit tones and the richness of the scene. The original image featured a striking interplay of sunlight on the building with the mountains in the background, which I refined to create a more vivid and inviting look.
Date
03/19/2025
Sunny Evening
I enhanced the natural tones of the grass and foliage to add vibrancy without overpowering the peaceful mood. The lighting was subtly lifted to bring more life into the scene, ensuring the woman remains the focal point while blending harmoniously with the environment. Additionally, I softened the shadows and highlights to create a more balanced, dreamy effect, making the overall composition feel warm and inviting despite the cloudy sky.
Date
02/16/2025
Moroccan Portrait
In this edit, I focused on refining the balance of light and shadow to create a more natural and immersive atmosphere. The original image had overly high contrast, which caused the darker areas to lose detail and prevented the sunlight from shining through as intended. I lifted the shadows to reveal more texture and depth in the darker areas, ensuring the doorway and surrounding elements felt more open and inviting. At the same time, I softened the highlights to create a smoother transition between light and shadow, allowing the sunlight to flow through more organically.
Date
03/19/2025
Teal Skies
I wanted to enhance the natural beauty of the scene while bringing more warmth and vibrancy to the composition. The original image had potential, but I adjusted the lighting to better highlight the subjects and create a more captivating atmosphere.
I enhanced the sunlight to softly illuminate their faces, making the moment feel more intimate and natural. This subtle adjustment adds warmth and dimension
Date
03/20/2025
Fresh Flowers
I focused on bringing back the richness of color while preserving the moody atmosphere of the overcast evening. The original image felt a bit washed out due to the cloudy conditions, so I enhanced the vibrancy to make the scene feel more alive while still maintaining its natural look.
Date
03/26/2025
Desert Evening
I aimed to enhance the natural beauty of the outskirts of Marrakesh while deepening the mood and atmosphere of the scene. The original image captured the rocky, low-level desert beneath a vast blue sky with the moon overhead, but I refined the tones and lighting to create a more cinematic and evocative feel.
I adjusted the color balance to bring out richer, earthy tones in the landscape while subtly cooling down the sky to contrast with the warm desert hues
Date
03/20/2025
Paris
wanted to create a balanced interplay of cool and warm tones while ensuring the subject stood out clearly against the iconic Eiffel Tower backdrop. The original image had potential, but I refined the color grading and depth to make the composition feel more dynamic and visually striking.
I introduced warm tones to the subject’s skin and clothing, creating a natural glow that contrasts beautifully with the cooler hues in the sky and distant cityscape.
Date
02/7/2025
Green Glow
For this edit, I focused on creating a bright and playful atmosphere, enhancing the energy and vibrancy of the scene. The original image had potential, but I wanted to amplify the colors and lighting to make it feel more lively and engaging.
I increased the brightness and contrast to give the image a fresh, dynamic look while ensuring the highlights and shadows remained balanced. The colors were enhanced to appear more saturated and inviting, bringing out rich, lively tones that add to the playful aesthetic. Additionally, I refined the overall warmth to make the scene feel more cheerful and full of life.
Date
03/29/2025
Moody Skies
I wanted to emphasize the character of the Amsterdam canal houses while creating a moody and atmospheric sky to add depth and intrigue to the scene. The original image had strong architectural elements, but I refined the tones and contrast to enhance the storytelling aspect of the composition.
I deepened the shadows and adjusted the highlights to bring out the texture and details of the historic buildings, ensuring they stood out against the dramatic sky.
Date
03/28/2025
Deep Architect
I wanted to deepen and dramatize the architectural characteristics of the buildings, highlighting their texture, structure, and overall presence. The original image captured strong lines and details, but I refined the contrast, lighting, and tones to enhance the mood and visual impact.
I deepened the shadows to add richness and depth, emphasizing the form and dimensionality of the architecture. At the same time, I carefully adjusted the highlights to ensure the details remained crisp without losing the natural balance of light.
Date
02/20/2025
Vintage Postcard
wanted to evoke a vintage feel by carefully blending both cool and warm tones to create a nostalgic yet balanced aesthetic. The original image had a strong foundation, but I refined the color grading and texture to enhance its timeless quality.
I introduced warm tones to the highlights, bringing a soft, golden glow that mimics the look of aged film photography. At the same time, I added subtle cool tones to the shadows, creating depth and contrast that enhances the vintage atmosphere without making the image feel overly stylized
Date
01/18/2025
B&W Portrait
I wanted to create a striking black-and-white composition while ensuring the subject’s face remained bright and well-defined. The original image had strong potential, but by refining the contrast and tonal balance, I was able to enhance the depth and emotion of the portrait.
Date
01/26/2025
Skyline Evening
I focused on refining the colors and tones to bring more balance and depth to the night skyline. The raw photo had an overly blue cast, which made the scene feel cool but also somewhat unnatural. To correct this while maintaining the nighttime atmosphere, I adjusted the color balance to introduce warmer tones, creating a more dynamic contrast between the city lights and the sky.
Date
02/21/2025
