Should I set the photo resolution as required before starting post-editing job?

Question

My client is requiring the final work image to be in high resolution image, i.e. 9000px x 6000px - 300dpi. I normally shoot the "still" product in RAW image. Before starting my editing job (Photoshop CC), should I convert the image size to the required size in order not to lose the details? Thanks.

Answer 1

Do you mean you are cropping down your image to 54 megapixels?

My own workflow is to do all retouching and color correction on the RAW image at full resolution, and the last two steps I do on an image are to crop to required size, and then sharpen.

Answer 2

Yes, I would do this. It is always best to work in the highest resolution possible, but most especially since your clients are wanting a high resolution image. Hope it goes well!