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Look, how many times have we told you to be careful what you wish for? Let me help you count. Bored Panda warned you in this same post 3 months ago and prior to that, we told you here, here, and here. Time has passed, years have gone by, seasons have changed and nobody, not a single one, has ever thought: “Wait, maybe I should really be more careful when asking James Fridman to photoshop my pic!”

Because the guy is savage. Want the lamp out of sight? Disappear into the darkness. Wanna edit the dominos out of your prom pic? You may as well be photoshopped into the delivery guy. ‘Cause if there’s one thing James is the best at, probably on the whole internet, it's making photoshop edits that are way too literal and all too hilarious.  But hey, it’s what you asked for, right?

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    James, also known as the Photoshop wizard who has been trolling people longer than we could remember, has become notorious for his comedic photo edits and blatant misinterpretations.

    “I don't consider myself a graphic designer, it is more of a hobby", he told Telegraph. When he first started using image manipulation software, it was something new and not as widespread as it is now, so everyone was up for the experiment.

    James initially “did some funny edits for friends and family, and they ended up on the internet. Apparently, people found it quite entertaining and asked for more” and, as you'd imagine, the rest is history.

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    MsLou
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think he was being malicious or mansplaining at all! Looking at his previous work, whenever someone asks him to make themselves look less fat, no freckles, etc he doesn't do it because he wants them to feel confident in their own skin

    Paul Ellis
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's clearly his intention. I can't imagine how/why you think any different. There's not an ounce of malice in any of his re-worked photos.

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    Unfortunate beauty?
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have acne and saying that I'm young I'll have it for awhile more, but this is the 3rd article I've read about him and when these come up it makes me feel like I shouldn't be mad at myself.

    Lucas
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You shouldn't be mad at yourself and certainly not over acne. Not your fault. There is often a strong genetic component - did a parent have acne? If you haven't seen a doctor about it though I would highly recommend you do. Don't let anyone suggest that it's 'just spots and they'll go away'. Acne can scar and it can have a massive impact on self-esteem. There are things that can be done to improve it - you just have to persevere. Mine is currently being managed quite well by an antibiotic lotion thankfully!

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    Talia Eisenberg
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i got over acne myself a few years ago and this post made me cry...bless both of you and good health ...

    Bettye McKee
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    James is very sensitive to people who are ashamed of the way they look. I applaud him for giving them advice instead of changing their features.

    Robin Smith
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought for a second he would make her clear, as in transparent! But I did love his response better.

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    James Schmidt
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your edits are absolutely hysterical and at the same time you show a depth of compassion very rare these days!

    Brian Rutherford
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hi Casey, I agree with all comments both for not changing and changing your picture. It's a beautiful picture and you should be proud of who you are.I'm not a photoshop artist but here's an interpretation of what it could look like. Amateur photo messer arounder... IMG_6CD07D...7-jpeg.jpg IMG_6CD07D33599B12-1-5ef876da06257-jpeg.jpg

    Miss Cris
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If he did it "well", he'd only had requests in the same way, and couldn't do his jokes. And the alternative would be... joking about physical trauma of people? Doing nothing is the best option. Thanks to him.

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    Mary Anne Rayner
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel bad for her tho. Cystic acne is hereditary and doesn't necessarily go away. My husband is 65 and still has it. Fortunately, it's mostly on his back.

    Susan Lighon
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I worked with someone who had acne like this she went to a dermatologist and followed everything he said to do and in 3 months here skin was totally clear.

    Sue Knerl
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I understand where she is coming from. I'm 65 and I still break out with huge zits! I had horrible acne in high school and it's still not gone.

    Debby Hartinger
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this one! She really is pretty and needs to see that for herself.

    Gabriel Breiner
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, this is the only one I have an issue with - because, how do he know she hasn't already been at a specialist? I get his intentions are good, and there's no malice at all - but acne is a cause of depression and even suicide. So unless he knows her well, and know for sure she hasn't tried any treatment, then this is just wrong...

    Janine Hunt-Jackson
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've had acne for almost 60 years. SIGH. I was hoping it would finally go away!

    Steve Clark
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Meant well but condescending and inappropriate, just give the girl what she asks for not a sermon of righteousness or sympathetic compliments. She’s got bad skin and wants to look nicer in a picture, however beautiful she may or may not be inside

    Claire Armstrong
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As much as I love all the funny ones, I love these ones even more 💝

    Rosa Borisova
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wish he told he to stop eating/ drinking dairy products. That was me, my entire childhood. Until a doctor told me to stop ALL dairy “products” .. and like magic, only in three months was able to see clear, beautiful skin/ face... without the endless doctors visits, expensive creams and lasers. Casey, you are beautiful just the way you are, yet, I’m still hoping you’ll read this.

    Luisa Vasconcelos
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I fall in Love for his work because when he dont change The picture because of body issues, he always have nice, kind message to warm The heart of the people

    Lindy Mac
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    James, you are fabulous. I totally agree with you when ever you refuse to change a photo. Casey, I heard aloe vera may help but best to see a specialist, like James said. We have all gone through this..it will get better.

    kenstuff
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is what I like about James Fridman. Instead of altering the picture to give in to the request, he gives words of encouragement instead..

    Mike Rodrick
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you disagree with James & really want the photo changed, here it is.

    Mike Rodrick
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    Deborah Eato
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This guy was correct about her natural beauty and very kind. 🥰

    Paul Berthot
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like this guy she is pretty only petty people see the out side and go eww

    Emma M
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    God ❤️ her. She’s so pretty; she doesn’t need photoshop. And, James, he’s always SO KIND.

    Katherine Lieftink
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How cruel. Maybe she can’t afford a dermatologist. He could have given her a lovely memory, instead of playing God.

    Anja Schmidt
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love this answer! Look for a scar cream that renews the skin in the deeper area. like this one: https://www.walaarzneimittel.de/de/arzneimittel/wala-narben-gel.html Helped me a lot. Regards from Germany!

    j b milam
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    she is a beautiful girl. i am so glad she is not trying to cover with makeup. a dermatologist. is a very good suggestion. I think James always shows compassion. been a fan for a long time

    Mumof1
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree with James - you're such a pretty girl, no changes needed.

    Leif Quickleaf
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He always messes with the pic, or tells people something they needed to know. Best person ever.

    Amelia Earhart
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not what she asked for! Not his business and an over reach. She didn't ask for advise, either. Some women get acne like that when they are pregnant, although they may be delighted to be expecting. She just doesn't want to remember it on her hiking trip. He's Man-listening!

    Stevie
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg, calm down. Do you know this guy? Have you looked at his other "picture fixes"? He normally pranks people and they still send him a pic. If she doesn't know what he is doing she didn't do good research and has no business sending anyone a picture of herself. Nobody gets what they asked from this guy, he is actually really kind to her instead of prancing her. Get a grip lady and look the people up before you telling them they are "man–listening". You are just really prejudiced because he's a man. And before you ask, I am a woman myself.

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    Felipe Meyer
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    4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    he is a cool guy he recognizes the suffering in others and he works against that suffering this is a main reason why I love this dude ! See and READ right!

    Victoria R
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Got caught offguard here ... Hahhahhahahahah!! I literally went, "Ummmm .... I don't see a difference." Reminded me of those photos with caption, "How many differences do you see in these two pictures?"

    Gerry Brewster
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A very wise and thoughtful response, not in the least bit hurtful or offensive. He just wants her to love herself, and he's quite correct. She can be healed. But lost confidence in one's self is much slower to heal.

    Michael McArdle Jr
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Go to a dermatologist and get Accutane. I had to go through 2 cycles of it before mine was under control.

    María Hermida
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not everybody can take Accutane. It's really bad for your liver, so many people cannot be prescribed it.

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    Murphy Dyess
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not funny. Poor girl - asks for help and gets a lot of dumb platitudes and advice she's heard before. "Go to a dermatologist"? Really?? What an original idea. :(

    Stevie
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She probably knows who she sent her pic to, so if you don't want to hear a comment like that don't send the pic.

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    Elaine Mattingly
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    James I respect your good heart. Your attitude makes people feel and see the good.

    Grant Cumming
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll tell you from experience Naturopaths cured me. Dermatologists prescribed Creams and Pills. Well worth the time and effort.

    Toni
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    of course she wants to have a clear face. good advice is nice. but she wanted to feel normal, when she looks at a pic of her with good skin. only for a moment...

    Mohra Taylor
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    4 years ago

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    I’m with the sitter on this one. She made her request and was denied the request and then was told what to do. Presumptuous at the very least.

    Meami
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    So she didn't need him to give her a pep talk, she just wanted to see what she would look like....

    d e w
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    4 years ago

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    I like what he said. but hopefully, he still sent her the photo she wanted.

    Amaranthim Talon
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    How sweet of him to try and make this girl appreciate her inner beauty and have advice that is actually helpful as in seek professional help. That said- Giving her what she literally asked for, a clear face in the picture, would have given her peace and a sense of what could happen if she would only seek help.

    Katinka Min
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    Is the poor girla American without health insurance or why isn't a doctor treating this skin issue. This is not normal acne.

    Ryan Deschanel
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    That's so annoying when good looking people try to teach self acceptance and positivity to doomed people.

    Eric Maloney
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    "Mansplaining" lol, what trash you are Id row.... What would it be called if James was, lets say, "Janna" and gave that answer???

    Loraine D.G. MacGinness
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    Cruel ! I would have meant the world this young lady, I have Psoriasis IF I had shown my arms I would have asked too !

    Stevie
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am sure she knows how he reacts to requests like hers. Don't send you pic to a guy like him who is famous for either changing it as a prank or refusing to change anything at all if you can't handle it.

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    Helen Haley
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    Some acne defies doctors, and not wearing makeup is just an acknowledgment that make up can hurt. To think that someone who has severe acne hasn't tried everything short of a witch doctor is silly. For some with skin issues or other visible ailments, the only solution can be photoshop. They know who they are, they know the struggle and the pity and revulsion that no matter how many people say they don't, your eyes give you away. People with this kind of struggle don't need the well meaning lecture.

    Jo Choto
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    I know he likes to always lift people up when they don't like their appearance, but in this case, she just wants a picture WITHOUT acne.

    Mme de Poppadom
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly... so, if she really wanted a straight edit, then she would have to seek out the services of a non-troll digital artist.

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    StrawberryParfait
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    Well, that's a condescending answer. It was a simple request, and he's assuming that she hasn't sought help for her condition. Just give the girl a picture that makes her happy, no need to give her a lecture for wake bro points.

    Mark
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you see previous post of this person you will find he never does any "cosmetic" stuff for people, instead he just tries to encourage them to be who they are and be happy with themselves, personally I find it a refreshing change rather than people being so quick to change how they want to look in a totally fake way.

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    I'm sure she's seen many doctors about it. She didn't need it mansplained to her.

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    But the graphic designer is well aware of the humorous impact he has on social media. “Entertainment accounts cater to a wider audience, delivering current news and addressing social issues wrapped in humour. It makes it easier to work through sensitive subjects," James explained.

    When it comes to getting offended by James' mischievous edits, the designer believes that “it's now a trend to get offended by almost everything.” Having said that, I am sure he has nothing but good intentions and his fan club of 2 million Instagram followers is proof of that.

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    Rissie
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    4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you're playing with guns, at least learn how to hold them. Luckily James put him back on the right track.

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    Beth Snyder
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean, why take a picture there if all you're going to do is complain about the background

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    BeazleBug
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    4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Brilliant. Apparently everyone should next check out the other post about American sarcasm as it appears most folks didn't "get" any of these.

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