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Terry Theis / Theiss Photography writes: 

I have been using your products for the past several years and they are fantastic. I am currently working with the NuGlam Bundle and the actions are amazing. Your video tutorials really help explain how to use the actions – great job. Love the new website – professional and easy to use.

Thank you again for the great products,
Terry

--June 11, 2012

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Alun Gwenter writes:

I have had very bad luck, and wished I had found lovely Mama Shan earlier. Great tuts-- I learned more in few days watching your tuts than the 3 years going to colleges, thanks for making them. I'm going to make some videos of me doing your tuts to show people how easy it is to follow your instructions. If I can do it any one can. You are just brilliant teacher! 

--May 09, 2012

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Andy Armstrong / Andy Armstrong Photo writes:

I've been doing quite a bit of one-on-one coaching/training lately. When I teach retouching and workflow, I've been showing Mama Shan's Fab Foundations, from the Nu-Glam set which I use to smooth skin. I like it better than anything that I've ever played around with!"

--April 23, 2012

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Kelly Wachs / Kelly Wachs Photography writes:

I have to say I've been a huge fan of yours way back...what 4 years ago. Way before the word action was a mainstream industry term..at least for me. I've played with, tested, liked then got bored with the other actions out there. BUT I always go back to my Mama Shan! You are a rock star!

--April 18, 2012 

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 Amy Elliot / Impression Studio writes:

I just wanted to tell you how amazing I find Pindora! Not only that amazing actions, but the education that comes with it. Every action is clearly explained how to use it, how to adjust etc... it is truly right out of the box use. I have bought many actions from other vendors that I still cant make work! I will certainly be back for more! THANK YOU!

--February 6, 2012

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Travis Meadows writes:

Hey Mama Shan!! We got published and on the cover of Glam Modelz Magazine, in the interview we gave your products a great acknowledgement, just wanted you to see it and to thank you for making such an AWESOME product!! 

--January 26, 2012

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The powder action is simply fantastic, added to the tutorials on YouTube it is very easy to improve your photos. You are an absolute star-- thank you!!!

Kind regards David

--June 26, 2011 

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--March 21, 2011

MAMA!!!! thank yo very much for the awesome "Sketch Tutorial " I loved it, I searched around YouTube real long but was convinced that there is nothing better then your tutorials after struggling for like 3 hours i made my own piece, I took a my photo and did exactly what you did in PS and i absolutely love it, better then the original one.

Bless you and your business mama, thank you very much for your tutorials, really helped me a lot.

PS: You the best. 

--March 21, 2011

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Dave Thomas / Vanity Photo Studio writes:

Today decided I would try to express my true belief in Mama Shan’s Art Sampler . I am a self taught photographer and have never had any training in Photoshop but at the same time feel comfortable with my abilities in both photography and Photoshop. In the past I hated actions because as a rule they are developed by a person based on his or her style and only work on certain images that fall in these general conditions. It was always a hit and miss game. Every image is different and it needs to be treated differently. With that being said most photographers tend to have a certain style that does not alter much--the image content will alter but the style remains the same. I am sure those of us who are members of Mama Shan's Art Sampler Artist's Group, have all noticed that you can see a photo of some artist even if they don’t sign it and know who did it based on the unique style they have. In the past to make a action work I would have to change my style based on knowing what alterations a action makes on a photo. With the art sampler it is just the opposite because you have more control over how the action effects the photo. This means I can continue with my style and only have to find a recipe that suits that style but a recipe that works for one person may not work with another person because they shoot a totally different style i.e. Background, Lighting Ratio’s and F stops etc.

Mama Shan's Art Sampler is not what I consider automatic actions but that is what I love about them because once I find my personal recipe based on my style it does not alter and it gives me the tools to do my image in a few minutes and not a few hours. I look at fellow member Marchhair's Litho’s and Rockwell’s and fall in love with them but I can not emulate it on my images because it is not my style. I would have to change my own style and recipe to be consistent. In no way do I want to down play the actions I just want to emphasis it is only part of the end result the first part comes before you snap the shutter based on your style, content and lighting ratios. Once you develop a style good or bad the consistence will set in and you will develop a recipe for that style… In my opinion, Mama Shan's Art Sampler is the best tool to help you develop and create your style short of professional schooling and training.

One last shameless plug if you shoot portraits and do not own the Mama Shan's Studio Portrait Pack you should consider it. I use it on 75% of my images. Can I do it without the Studio Portrait Pack? Yes but not nearly as fast and time is money in a studio.

--January 21, 2009

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Professor Michael Kleper writes:

Mama's Retouching Bundle (Mac/Win)

Mama's Retouching Bundle is jam-packed with powerful Photoshop add-ins and insightful video tutorials covering a wide variety of retouching effects that can be applied to professional and amateur glamour shots. The single DVD holds more than eight hours of step-by-step instruction led by Mama Shan, the undeclared queen of the Photoshop beauty salon, whose techniques for enhancing glamour portraits truly put her in a category by herself. We have not seen any package that approaches the depth and breath of procedures, methods, and tools for glamour retouching as this one does.

Mama Shan provides Photoshop Actions and tools for applying a complete range of image-based beauty treatments, including hair dying, face powder, rouge, lipstick, lip gloss, tanner, teeth whitener, eyelashes, Rosacea reduction, and dozens of effects that can radically improve the appearance of a digital female model image. The disc includes all of the images used in the tutorials so that the viewer can follow along with each demonstration. Photoshop Actions are loaded into the Photoshop application and can be applied as needed. The Actions are presented as a series of steps that are pre-programmed, and executed in order. They greatly simplify complex techniques and speed the application of repetitive operations. Mama Shan's Actions represent her expertise encapsulated for instant replay, and her tutorials are always available as a refresher course.

The bundle includes Mama's Studio Portrait Pack of Actions, Lenoir's Full Pack of Lash Brushes, Mama's Rosacea Reduction Kit, Mama's Combo Pack of Cross-Processing Actions, and Mama's Retouching Bundle DVD, and more. It is the single source for enhancing Photoshop to deliver a full range of functionality for retouching glamour shots.

--March 17, 2008

Reprinted with permission from The Kleper Report on Digital Publishing
http://www.printerport.com/kdp
Copyright 2008, Graphic Dimensions,
Lauderdale by the Sea, FL.

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Amanda Standridge writes:

"I recently bought your Mama's Studio Portrait Pack, and I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE IT!!! It was worth every bit of the $$ I wish I had bought it sooner!!!"

--Sep 16, 2007

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Andrew Brooks / Andrew Brooks Photography, Macon GA writes:

"Love looking at the videos that Mama Shan has online......just wish I had more time to watch them over and over. Lots of shortcuts in the videos! The actions loaded with out any problems real simple to load and use. We are adding more of Mama's Actions to our workflow on a weekly basis. So far we have used the Mama's Rouge, Mama's Lipstick and Mama's Tanners actions the most. Can't wait to try them all. We also got the Lenoir Full-pack of Lashes, but have not used them yet, but we will.

I would recommend Mama's Studio Portrait Pack to save you time which is money and to improve your images."

--Sep 14, 2007

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Peggy Smith / Photographer, Everton AR writes:

"We received Mama's Studio Portrait Pack in a very timely fashion and found it to be very user friendly. While there were a few actions that I didn't really understand, I did learn to use them properly after I revisited Mama's Web site and watched the tutorials. 

I also found that the tutorials contained not only information on how to properly use the action, but also contained other uses for the same action as well as helpful tips and tricks! 

Of the actions included in the Studio Portrait Pack  I must say that I found the makeup actions (Mama's Lip Gloss Optimizer, Mama's Lipstick, Mama's Powders, Mama's Sparkles) to be the most astounding. Just a few swipes over the skin after running the powder action will make the worst skin look great!  What a difference they make! 

I also have very much enjoyed fine tuning my look with Mama's Gaussian Blur action.  While I understood how to use the technique, Mama's tutorial made it much more understandable just how it worked. 

In addition to purchasing Mama's Studio Portrait Pack, I also purchased the Lenoir's Full Pack Lash Brushes and I must say that I am so impressed!  They look wonderful and actually took me very little time to master!"

--Sep 10, 2007

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Robert Midgley / Photographer, Syracuse, NY writes:

"Mama Shan...Thank you for the wonderful Studio Portrait Pack actions. I received them very soon after I placed my order and starting using them shortly afterwards. Your videos were a terrific help in learning the many ways I can use your actions. They are both easy to use and improve most of my images.

They are a great time saver in post-processing. I haven't used them all yet but my favorite ones so far is your Mama's Silk Powder, Mama's Rouge and Mama's Tanner actions. I highly recommend them for any studio!"

--Sep 9, 2007

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Shari DeAngelo / Haddonfield NJ writes:

"I got it (Mama's Studio Portrait Pack)... and if you were in the room, I'd kiss you for Mama's Composite Powder action (only one I have tried so far)...Thank you!  You just saved me hours and hours of bad skin problems!"

--Aug 14, 2007

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Roderick Young / Inglewood CA writes:

"Thank you very much. I have received Mama's Studio Portrait Pack of Actions. They work great. You are a genius. I will be getting the Lenoir Lashes next."

Jul 11, 2007

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Michael Bennaton writes:

"Mama,
Thanks again for your makeover magic.  You're a star!"

--Jul 10, 2007

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Adrian Nichols writes:

"Thanks! I just tried Mama's Powder Action and Im so amazed, cant wait to use it on a session, if I would have ordered it a few days ago I could have given it a real workout :)"

--Jun 22, 2007

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Jennifer Johnson writes:

"I've been playing with Mama's All Powders all day, they are so much fun! Thanks again, and keep the
tutorials coming, they are the best ones I've seen!"

--Jun 21, 2007

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Jeanette Butler / Photographer, San Franncisco Bay, CA writes:

"I have been following your work for years. I have been out of touch with what's been going on (your extensive products...awesome) due to my business building efforts. I'm glad to see you've put these things together for us.
Thank you."

--Jun 18, 2007

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Quentin Guillory / Photographer, Houston, TX writes:

"I recently purchased your Mama's Powder... and OMG!!! it is the BOMB....it made good images of mine look great. Thank you and god bless your effort. You did a wonderful job.
I have actually seen a spike in profits and booking because of these actions.
Everyone wants to glam up! Thanks again."

--Mar 1, 2007

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Jerry Smith / Dasyas Photography writes:

"Processing digital images is a steady stream of work for the portrait work I concentrate on.

Photoshop Mama's Powder Action is absolutely great and a major time saver for processing!

It's simplicity is amazing and it's effectiveness is powerful. Coupled with Mama's tutorials it's a direct shot to great looking digital images!"

--Jan 24, 2007

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Gerri / Gem Photography writes:

"Hello Mama Shan!

I have just ordered Mama's Powder Action, and I am so excited.  Can't wait to get it. 

Also, I wanted to tell you how great this action is.  I have been thinking to myself for quite awhile "I wish that there was a way to add powder to people in post production." 

Thank you for making that easier, I know that this will decrease my time in post production, and I can't wait until I can start putting it to use.  I know that it will be easy, especially with your awesome tutorials.

Thanks again."

--Jan 17, 2007

Later, Gerri writes:

The action works just as I was hoping.  I can't wait for seniors this year.  They will all have awesome complexions easily!

--Jan 18, 2007

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Sandra Robbins writes:

"Thank you so much for Mama's Powder action!!! 

It works perfectly and much better than other expensive actions I have purchased.  Your instructional videos on line are also top notch!  Thanks again."

--Jan 17, 2007

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Sandra Henderson / Candid Moments Photography writes:

"I think this is the best action I've ever purchased. 

I just photographed an engagement session and used your action on the couple.  I usually don't do any facial touch ups but with your action, it takes seconds to do.

I received a call from them raving over the photos and how great their skin looks."

--Jan 16, 2007

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Diane Schafer / Diane Schafer Photography writes:

"I just purchased Mama's Powder (the Original) and studied your 3 part tutorial on glamorizing portraits.

The tutorial was excellent and well presented and easy to follow. 

I learned a LOT of new tips and shortcuts as well as the way to make a portrait even more glamorous.  I followed your tutorial video as I worked on my image. 

Thanks for the tutorials."

--Jan 16, 2007

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Ezekiel Holliday / Galleria Z Photography writes:

"As a professional photographer, I've tried many skin retouching actions. This is by far my favorite."

--Jan 16, 2007

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Jana writes:

"Hi Mama Shan, -- I love the action! I love your video showing makeup techniques!  You are so easy to follow!"

--Jan 16, 2007

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Russ Wilson Photography writes:

"First off thank you for such a wonderful tool!

I’m very happy with the purchase. Ease of use after watching your tutorial was a number 1. Your video is the best I have seen.

Yes thank you so much for your time putting together your videos. I have only watched the Mama’s Makeover but I am already excited to watch others. I will be at your site often to learn more.

Not only did I learn to use Mama's Powder but also many techniques for using layers like I had never thought about.

Thanks again,"

--Jan 16, 2007

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Marnie McCown-Guard / Crescendo Photography writes:

"Mama Shan, Mama's Powder Action (the Original) is fantastic!

It has helped me streamline my workflow and increased my ability to deliver better portraits.

A client can't guarantee they will be blemish free for their shoot, but now I can give them portraits where they remember the experience NOT their imperfections!

With the ease of use and adjust-ability, I have the choice of creating model perfect complexions or simply enhance a client's appearance with minimal improvement.

It works for men, women and children making it the perfect post-production tool. I wish I knew about it 2 years ago, but I am sure I will make up for lost time :) I LOVE it!!!

I have used it once on 2 corporate portraits shot last week.  I even used it on the male subject to take down the shine on his forehead.  So far I have not experimented with the full blown retouch you demonstrate on your site (which is fantastic!!!) and have just used the powder. 

I wish I knew about this 2 years ago since it has saved me a ton of time just on the first two projects. Thank you for a brilliant solution to faking great skin. Your powder action rocks!"

I would probably have been happy to pay $30 for this set since it allows me to quickly correct complexions and lets me create full-scale magazine retouching effects or more realistic (yet still much better) skin for portrait clients and brides."

--Jan 16, 2007

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Pascale Rodot/ Pascaler Photgraphy writes:

"Wicked! Thx Shan."

--Jan 16, 2007

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Angella Gotch writes:

"Thank you so much!  Your tutorials are a huge blessing!  I have learned so much =)"

--Jan 16, 2007