Photo Retouching & Manipulation

The camera never lies.... but sometimes, we can change what it says.

Do you have a treasured photo that could be even better with a few creative edits?

Whether it’s bringing a black & white photo to life with colour, removing an unwanted object, changing a background, or even adding a missing person into that all important group shot, we can help.

Using the latest technology and a careful, detailed approach, we transform your images so they look natural, polished, and ready to be enjoyed for years to come.

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    People or Objects

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  • Old format photo & video collage with the caption - Landscape To Portrait

    Landscape To

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    FREE

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    Preserve

    Your Memories

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What can be done?

We offer a wide range of professional photo editing services, including:

Black & White to Colour: Bring vintage memories to life with rich, natural colour.

People or Objects Removed: Say goodbye to unwanted distractions in your photo.

Background Changes: Replace or blur backgrounds for a cleaner, more striking image.

Add Someone to a Photo: Merge images seamlessly to create the perfect group shot.

How much does it cost?

Every photo is unique, so we assess each image carefully before giving a quote.

Photo retouching and manipulation starts at £20 per photo.


Here’s how our process works:

  1. We inspect your photo(s) and assess the work required and suitability.

  2. We’ll contact you with a no-obligation quote.

  3. If you choose not to go ahead, we’ll safely return your originals.

No deposit required – You only pay once your order is complete.

Your final package will include:

  • Your original photos safely returned

  • Any new prints you’ve ordered* (optional)

  • Digital copy of your photo(s)† (optional)

  • Any additional requested media†

   *Additional costs involved (prints from £1.25). †May include additional costs (for digital transfers & physical media e.g. USBs from £20). Please ask for details

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Are There Any Photos We Can’t Work With?

While we can achieve amazing results, there are some limitations to consider:

Black & White to Colour: The photo must be high-quality with good depth and detail. Very faded or blurry images may not be suitable.

Removing People or Objects: If the subject takes up too much of the foreground, there may not be enough background to work with convincingly.

Background Changes:  To look natural, the replacement background should match the lighting and perspective of the original photo. Alternatively, we can soften or fade the background for a subtle effect.

Adding People to Photos:  Both photos need to be taken under similar lighting and angles for a seamless, realistic result.

But don’t worry,  there’s a lot we can do! Get in touch, and we’ll analyse your photo and recommend the best way to achieve your vision.

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  • Black and white photo of an elderly couple standing together outside a stone building.

     

People Removed From Photo

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  • Coldstream Guard soldier in ceremonial uniform standing at attention.

     

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  • Certificate of service in Coldstream Regiment of Foot Guards.

     

  • Close-up certificate of Coldstream Guards soldier service.

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Guard Photo Incorporating Certification

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  • Five young adults posing together in garden by wooden fence.

     

  • Six young adults smiling in garden including woman in green dress.

     

Person Added In From Another Photo

  • Close-up black and white photo of an elderly couple standing and smiling outside a church.
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  • Vintage black and white wedding photo of a bride, groom, bridesmaids and family posed outside a church

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Two People Taken From Group Photo

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  • Portrait of grandparents and granddaughter with text overlay.

     

  • Black and white portrait of grandparents with granddaughter.

     

  • Family portrait with decorative border and granddaughter text.
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  • Black and white portrait with colour background, family smiling.

     

  • Family portrait with painted edge effect around grandparents.

     

Artistic Versions Of Same Photo

  • Colourised photo of a dog lying on grass in a garden, restored from black-and-white.

     

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  • Black-and-white photo of a dog lying on grass in a garden.

     

Object Removed

  • Colour photo of nine sailors in uniform posing against a brick wall, five seated and four standing

     

  • Black and white photo of nine sailors in uniform posing against a brick wall, five seated and four standing

     

Black & White To Colour

  • Black-and-white portrait of a smiling man in a white jumper.

     

  • Colourised portrait of a smiling man in a white jumper, restored from a black-and-white photo.

     

Black & White To Colour

  • Black and white portrait of young man in suit and tie.

     

  • Colourised portrait of young man in suit and patterned tie.

     

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Interested in our Photo Retouching & Manipulation services? We’re here to help!

We are more than happy to adapt our service to meet your exact needs and requirements.

So please contact us, without obligation and let us explain what we can do to help you safeguard your photos for future generations, we'd love to hear from you.  

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