I am a high-end retoucher with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of photography, color, and composition. With over 5 years of experience in beauty, fashion, and commercial photography, I specialize in natural skin retouching, texture enhancement, and maintaining a realistic yet polished aesthetic. My goal is to elevate visual narratives while preserving authenticity, ensuring that every image tells a compelling story. Having collaborated with photographers, brands, and creative professionals worldwide, my work has been featured in international fashion and beauty magazines, including Flanele, Chicle, Vigour, and OFF TOWN. I excel at delivering high-impact visuals under tight deadlines for fashion houses and beauty campaigns.

Assel Beisenalina

PRO

I am a high-end retoucher with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of photography, color, and composition. With over 5 years of experience in beauty, fashion, and commercial photography, I specialize in natural skin retouching, texture enhancement, and maintaining a realistic yet polished aesthetic. My goal is to elevate visual narratives while preserving authenticity, ensuring that every image tells a compelling story. Having collaborated with photographers, brands, and creative professionals worldwide, my work has been featured in international fashion and beauty magazines, including Flanele, Chicle, Vigour, and OFF TOWN. I excel at delivering high-impact visuals under tight deadlines for fashion houses and beauty campaigns.

Available to hire

I am a high-end retoucher with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of photography, color, and composition. With over 5 years of experience in beauty, fashion, and commercial photography, I specialize in natural skin retouching, texture enhancement, and maintaining a realistic yet polished aesthetic.

My goal is to elevate visual narratives while preserving authenticity, ensuring that every image tells a compelling story. Having collaborated with photographers, brands, and creative professionals worldwide, my work has been featured in international fashion and beauty magazines, including Flanele, Chicle, Vigour, and OFF TOWN. I excel at delivering high-impact visuals under tight deadlines for fashion houses and beauty campaigns.

See more

Language

English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
Kazakh
Beginner
Korean
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance High-End Retoucher at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2022 - November 22, 2025
Retouched beauty editorials, fashion campaigns, and commercial images for global clients. Enhanced visual storytelling through subtle yet impactful post-processing techniques. Worked with international photographers, makeup artists, and creative directors to craft high-quality visuals. Maintained color consistency and brand aesthetics across multiple projects.
Visual Artist & Retoucher at Independent / Personal Client Base
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Began retouching as a passion-driven pursuit, gradually transforming it into a professional career. Developed expertise in advanced color grading, texture blending, and composition techniques. Assisted photographers in achieving their creative vision through detailed post-production work.

Education

Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

#retachucherachu 5.0 – Retouching Course by Anastasia Vorontsova
January 1, 2022 - November 22, 2025
CINEMA COLOR – Visual Composition, Storytelling & Advanced Color Grading by Sergey Spirin
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
Advanced Retouching Masterclass by Vera Schwartzburg
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
Light Mastery: Natural & Artificial Techniques by Maxim Dobry Education
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other