A wonderfully preserved photo and the perfect starting point for restoration and colourisation.
This joyful snapshot of four sisters from the 1970s has stood the test of time. The smiles are still clear and full of life, with only a touch of fading and softness in the tones.
The original photograph is in good condition but carries the usual signs of age. The faces remain clear and sharp, though there is a slight softness across the image from the camera and film of the time. The exposure holds up well, but the highlights on the right are a little too bright and the midtones feel flat. Without a true black point the picture has a faded look, and the warm sepia cast typical of ageing prints softens the whites and darkens the lighter tones.
The restored photograph bursts with new life, transforming a faded print into a vibrant and authentic colour image. The four sisters are captured in a moment of joy, their smiles and expressions now clear and full of warmth. Colours have been carefully chosen to feel true to the era, with natural skin tones and period-appropriate clothing shades. The background details are softened but intact, allowing the focus to remain on the closeness and energy of the group. What was once a flat and faded image is now a lively memory preserved in colour, just as it might have looked all those years ago.