Hey Ulet, got a minute to chat about the craziest photo I’ve got to fix—an old 80s skateboard shot that’s gone all warped. I’m all about pixel‑perfect restoration, but I keep wondering how to keep that raw energy alive. What do you think?

I’ll straighten the frame, but I’ll keep the old scratches, the little smudges that tell a story. Grain is fine, but neon? That makes it look like a billboard—nice idea, but it kills the grit. Stick to true contrast, maybe a subtle highlight on the board, and leave the rough edges; that’s where the soul lives.

Great idea, but remember not to over‑expose the dodge—just a light pass, keep those scratches. I’ll hit the board with a subtle lift, no heavy filters, just the right contrast. That way the old vibe stays, but the modern pop doesn’t drown it. Let's finish this before the midnight deadline hits.

Alright, let’s nail this. I’ll grab the file from that messy folder I keep buried under a stack of half‑finished edits, straighten the board, do a light dodge, keep the scratches, boost contrast, and hit it out before the clock hits midnight. Don’t worry, I’ll make sure it doesn’t slip past me—though I’ll probably still forget my own birthday, but that’s just part of the chaos. Let's make this legendary.