The document describes editing images in 4 stages: 1. The first stage involves cropping, adjusting colors, saturation and clarity to make certain elements stand out as the main focus. 2. The second stage often uses graduated filters to darken backgrounds and emphasize focal points. Saturation is also adjusted. 3. Stage three further refines the image using tools to remove elements, and adjust clarity, exposure, lighting, and vibrance. 4. The final stage makes minor tweaks like highlighting reflections or saturating additional colors to create a more eye-catching overall image.