Paul Baldassini is a fine artist, professional graphic artist and designer, master re-toucher and photo compositor, and has been an expert in the creation of archival-quality photo restoration for over 25 years. Using a professional digital graphics workstation, scanners, digital cameras, and a sophisticated set of electronic tools, I act as a “digital craftsman”, working with individuals, libraries, historical associations, and commercial clients. I also offer individual and group instruction on digital imaging techniques for print and web graphics on a consultative basis. I restore photographs to museum quality that contain all or any of the following kinds of damage: -- Smoke, fire, water and staining; -- Mold and mildew; -- Paper-eating insects; -- Contact with acid-based supports, adhesives, and storage materials; -- Excessive exposure to ultraviolet light; -- Cracks and tears due to aging and brittleness; -- Missing/stuck pieces due to contact with frame glass condensation; -- Photos broken into many pieces due to improper storage; -- Fading or darkening of image due to breakdown of fixer and/or other chemical and environmental factors. My specialty services include: -- Antique Photo Restoration -- Darkened and Faded Photos -- Retouching & Compositing -- Removing & adding figures of objects -- Restoring detail -- Removing blemishes and flaws -- Silhouettes -- Wedding photos/corporate photos -- Photo Painting -- Photo Illustration
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