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AI Car Racing Photo Editor

Edit 5,000 trackside action shots in minutes. We'll deliver consistent color and crops so you can ship galleries fast.

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  • DPReview
  • Shotkit
  • Expert Photography
  • Fstoppers
  • PetaPixel

Every edit your listings need, handled automatically

  • Background Mask

    Isolate subjects from backgrounds for creative composites and trading cards. Perfect for uniform team photos and athlete portraits.

  • Color Enhancement

    Make sports photos and school portraits vibrant across varying lighting. Consistent results that boost online sales.

  • Portrait Crop

    Precisely centers subjects and crops photos in 4x5 aspect ratio (adjustable to 5x7). Professional composition for picture days and yearbooks.

  • Smooth Skin

    Apply natural retouching to thousands of portraits instantly. Gently reduces blemishes while maintaining authenticity.

  • Straighten

    Correct horizon alignment and tilted images automatically. Professional composition for team photos and sports action.

  • Subject Mask

    Isolate and enhance subjects with precise local adjustments. Athletes stand out in team photos while students look their best.

Reviews from those who know best.

  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “The term 'game changer' gets thrown out a lot, but for any busy photographer, this software will change your life.”

    Michael AntonyMichael Antony Photography, USA
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “My survival is due to Imagen… I would MARVEL at how little I had to adjust.”

    Charmi Patel PeñaWedding Photographer, USA
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “It’s so refreshing to start with a high level of quality, and it leaves me with much more energy to spend on my favorite photos.”

    Sam HurdSam Hurd Photography, USA
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “Discovering Imagen has been like someone inventing toilet paper. Simply essential and now life is unthinkable without it. I now know that those years of editing backlogs are a thing of the past. I'm truly grateful.”

    Sarah EdmundsPortrait & Wedding Photographer, Italy
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “It’s a must for me after my culling process. Love Imagen since day one.”

    Fer JuaristiFer Juaristi Photography, Mexico
  • Rated 5 out of 5

    “Thanks to Imagen, I can actually enjoy editing… I have recovered hundreds of hours back.”

    Daniel AlonsoPeople TrueLove Tellers, Spain

Imagen cuts editing time by up to 96%

Stop spending countless hours on repetitive editing tasks.
Focus on what matters most: your creativity and your clients.

  • 96% Faster editing

    Cut your post-production time dramatically with AI-powered automation.

  • Instant color correction

    Apply consistent edits across hundreds of photos in seconds, not hours.

  • Automated culling

    Let AI identify and remove blurry shots, duplicates, and closed eyes automatically.

  • Batch processing

    Edit entire events shoots or portrait sessions while you focus on your next creative work.

Next-morning delivery

Race past your editing backlog

Our AI Car Racing Photography Editor Tool edits 1,000 photos in under 10 minutes. You'll upload your race or sports shots at night and wake up to fully edited galleries ready for your clients.

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Perfect consistency

Match every camera and shooter

Whether you've got 2 or 20 shooters on the track, Imagen keeps every photo looks cohesive. We apply your style across thousands of sports shots, matching exposure and white balance instantly.

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Imagen’s AI Editing and Retouching Tools

  • Crop & Straighten

    AI levels tilted horizons and crops every photo around its subject, automatically, across your whole shoot. Review and adjust every result in Lightroom Classic.

  • HDR Merge

    Automatically combine 3–9 bracketed exposures into one perfectly balanced photo using an AI HDR photo merge tool that handles indoor and outdoor lighting in one shot.

  • Smooth Skin

    Smooth Skin finds every face, masks the skin and softens it automatically, so every portrait looks polished and natural without manual retouching.

  • Object removal

    Object Removal automatically detects and removes exit signs, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, and fire stickers from your photos — across your entire gallery, in the cloud, without Photoshop.

  • Batch Editing

    Edit thousands of photos in your style automatically. Imagen's AI learns your editing preferences and applies them consistently across entire projects, so you deliver faster without losing your creative touch.

  • Whiten Teeth

    Whiten Teeth detects and brightens teeth in each photo automatically, so every smile looks its best without manual retouching.

  • Perspective Correction

    Automatically fix distorted lines and tilted horizons using an AI image perspective correction tool that analyzes each photo, with full control to review and adjust every result.

  • Portrait Crop

    Automatically crop hundreds of portrait photos to a consistent frame using an AI portrait crop tool that detects each subject and places them perfectly — so every face lands exactly where it should.

  • Headshot Crop

    Automatically crop headshots with an AI headshot photo cropper that detects every subject and frames each shot consistently, with full control to review and adjust every result.

  • Background Mask

    Mask the background in every photo automatically and adjust its exposure, color and texture on their own, so your subject stands out. Review and refine every result in Lightroom Classic.

  • Denoise

    Remove grain from high-ISO and low-light RAW photos automatically. Imagen sets the strength for each photo, keeps the detail and your editing style, and sends the results to Lightroom Classic.

  • Background Extraction

    Automatically extract subjects from any photo using an AI-powered background remover that keeps edges clean, detail sharp, and every result ready to review.

  • Window Pull

    Balance bright windows with indoor subjects using an AI-powered tool that detects overexposed areas and pulls back highlights, with full control to review and adjust every result.

  • Export to a Gallery

    Export final JPEGs straight from Imagen to Pic-Time galleries or your local folder. Complete your entire workflow from camera to client, without switching apps.

  • Remove Duplicate Photos

    Imagen's AI culling groups similar shots and keeps only the best. Duplicate Removal happens automatically, so you review fewer photos and deliver faster.

  • Eye Blink Detection

    Imagen's AI analyzes every face in your photos and detects closed eyes automatically. Blink Detection flags the issue so you keep the shots where everyone looks their best.

  • Subject Masking

    Imagen's AI Subject Mask finds the main subject in every photo and adjusts it on its own, so it stands out. No manual brushwork, no repetitive masking: consistent results across your whole project, ready in Lightroom Classic.

  • Sharpness Check

    Automatically detect the sharpest photos in every set using an AI-powered Sharpness Check that analyzes focus accuracy — so you cull faster and choose with confidence.

  • Backup Original RAW files

    Automatically back up your original RAW files to secure cloud storage as you work — so your client photos are always protected, without any extra steps.

  • High-Res Optimized Storage

    Store full-resolution photos at up to 75% smaller file size — so your photo storage goes 4x further, uploads faster, and your work stays protected without the cost of raw file bloat.

  • Imagen API

    The Imagen API lets developers connect Imagen's AI editing engine directly to any app, platform, or workflow — so your photos get edited automatically, at any scale, without the desktop app.

  • Stray Hair

    Stray Hair detects flyaways in each portrait and removes them automatically, so every photo looks polished without hours of manual retouching.

  • Face Retouch

    Face Retouch detects and corrects common skin imperfections in each portrait. Blemishes, under-eye shadows, uneven texture; so every photo looks polished without tedious manual work.

Scalable plans to enhance your workflow

Get started with 1,000 free edits. Edit your projects faster without sacrificing quality.

  • Pay-as-you-go

    Pay only for what you need

    Starting at

    US$0.05 / photo

    US$7/monthly base fee

    Any unused balance rolls over to next month as editing credit

    Start for free
    • Monthly charge based on use
    • Cancel anytime
    • Composition, masking, and more with AI tools. Charge per photo.AI tools are smart editing features that automate adjustments like crop, straighten, and skin smoothing.
  • Limitless

    One simple price for unlimited use

    Billed annuallyBilled monthly

    US$129US$165 / month

    Save US$432/year

    Start for free
    • For photographers who shoot their own work
    • All editing, retouching, and AI tools included
    • AI culling included

* Looking for Imagen for Real Estate? The web app for real estate is priced separately. See real estate pricing

* Not sure which plan? Start with Pay-as-you-go and switch later.

Expert Support for Photographers 24/7

Ask us anything, connect with our customer success team.
We go beyond troubleshooting - we’re your partners in optimizing workflows and realizing your creative vision.

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Faster editing time
96%
Saving on editing costs
90%
Typical turnaround
24h

Frequently asked questions

What makes sports and school photographers editing unique when using Imagen?

Imagen simplifies sports and school photographers editing by learning your specific style and applying it to thousands of photos in minutes. When you capture a fast-paced game or a structured portrait day, you deal with wildly different lighting and backgrounds. Our AI assistant studies your past edits to build your Personal AI Profile, which respects your creative choices. Whether you edit a soccer team group shot or a tight action sequence of an athlete on the field, we maintain consistent color and exposure across your entire catalog. You get to keep full creative control over the final look, because you can adjust the edits at any point. We do the heavy lifting of basic adjustments so you don't spend hours nudging sliders. This approach lets you deliver cohesive galleries to parents and schools faster than ever before.

How does Imagen handle batch sports and school photographers editing for thousands of images at once?

We process your large batches by applying your Personal AI Profile to thousands of images in just a few minutes, typically editing at a speed of less than 1 second per photo. School portrait sessions and sports tournaments generate massive volumes of files that can clog your workflow for weeks. With Imagen, you upload your Lightroom catalog, and our system analyzes each individual file to apply custom color corrections, exposure tweaks, and crop adjustments. It doesn't matter if you have a mix of indoor gym action shots and outdoor team portraits in the same batch. The AI reads the context of each image, ensuring the skin tones of every athlete look natural and vibrant. You upload your files, grab a coffee, and download the edited catalog back into Lightroom before you finish your cup. This high-speed processing cuts your computer screen time by up to 96%, leaving you with only the final creative touches to review.

How is using an AI editor different from manually editing school and sports photos in Lightroom?

The main difference is that Imagen edits each photo individually based on its unique lighting, whereas manual syncing applies the exact same preset settings across different scenes. When you shoot a sports tournament, the sun moves, clouds pass by, and your exposure constantly shifts. If you copy and paste settings from one action photo of an athlete to another, you still have to manually tweak every single frame. Our AI tool acts as an assistant that evaluates each image separately, adjusting exposure, white balance, and contrast to match your signature style. It handles a close-up portrait of a single player and a wide team photo with equal precision. You don't have to waste hours adjusting the exposure on 500 different files from a changing afternoon game. You maintain your creative control because you can still adjust any slider after the AI finishes its work.

Does Imagen support RAW files from high-speed sports cameras?

Yes, Imagen fully supports RAW files from all major camera manufacturers, ensuring you retain maximum dynamic range for your edits. High-speed cameras capture incredible detail, but those raw files are massive and require significant processing power. Our desktop app takes care of these heavy files with ease, applying edits directly to your catalog without slowing down your computer. Whether you capture a fast-moving athlete in sharp action shots or shoot a formal team portrait under studio lights, we preserve the rich color depth of your original files. The AI analyzes the RAW data to make precise adjustments to highlights and shadows, which is especially helpful for harsh stadium lighting. You get back a fully updated Lightroom catalog with the edits applied directly to your RAW files, keeping your workflow non-destructive. You can export your final images in any size or format you need for prints or online galleries.

How much can I improve my turnaround time for school and sports galleries?

You can slash your editing time by up to 96% when you use Imagen, allowing you to deliver galleries to clients within 24 hours of an event. When parents look for photos of their kids, they want to buy them while the excitement is still fresh. Waiting weeks to deliver a school portrait or a sports tournament gallery means you lose out on potential sales. Our AI-assisted editing workflow handles the tedious task of color correcting thousands of photos in minutes. You can upload a full day of action shots, let the AI edit them, and have them ready for proofing the same evening. This speed helps you stand out from competitors who take weeks to process their catalogs. Delivering a polished photo of a student athlete or a complete team gallery quickly keeps your clients happy and boosts your print sales.

Can the AI handle cropping and straightening for sports and school photos?

Yes, our crop and straighten tools automatically adjust your framing to keep your subjects perfectly aligned. When you shoot fast action on the field, keeping your horizon perfectly level is almost impossible. Similarly, during a busy school portrait session, kids shift around, and your framing can become inconsistent. Our AI analyzes each image to identify the main athlete or team and straightens the horizon based on the background elements. It applies a natural crop that keeps the focus on the subject without cutting off limbs or equipment. This automated adjustment saves you from manually clicking the crop tool thousands of times. You retain complete control, so if you want to tweak a specific crop, you can easily do so in Lightroom. By automating these basic geometry adjustments, we help you maintain a polished, professional look across all your client galleries.

How does Imagen perform when editing high-speed action like car racing or track events?

Imagen excels at editing high-speed action by analyzing the unique lighting and color challenges of racetrack environments. If you use our AI Car Racing Photography Editor Tool, you'll see how it takes care of harsh sun glares on metal, fast-moving backgrounds, and asphalt reflections. When capturing a speeding athlete or a racing vehicle, your camera settings must adapt instantly, which often leads to varied exposures. Our AI reads these changes and applies consistent color corrections to every frame, ensuring your team photos and race shots look uniform. Whether you are editing a close-up portrait of a driver or a wide shot of cars on the track, the AI preserves the details in the highlights and shadows. This means you do not have to spend hours manually adjusting individual exposures for every lap. You get clean, vibrant images that capture the energy of the race, while keeping your signature editing style completely intact.

How does Imagen ensure consistent skin tones across different lighting for sports and school photos?

We ensure consistent skin tones by analyzing the faces in each photo and applying precise white balance and exposure adjustments. School gyms often have terrible green or yellow overhead lighting, while outdoor sports fields can go from bright sunlight to heavy cloud cover in seconds. These changing conditions make it difficult to keep the skin tones of every athlete looking natural and healthy. Our AI recognizes the subjects in your images, distinguishing between the background and the person. Whether you are editing an action shot of a player mid-game or a formal school portrait against a studio backdrop, we maintain color accuracy across your entire catalog. This means you won't have to manually adjust the temperature slider on hundreds of individual team photos. You get beautiful, true-to-life skin tones that look consistent from the first photo to the last, keeping your clients and their families happy.

How do I teach Imagen to edit school and sports photos in my specific style?

You teach Imagen your style by uploading your previously edited Lightroom catalogs to build your Personal AI Profile. To get started, you simply upload 3,000 or more of your past edits, which represents your preferred look for color, exposure, and contrast. Our AI analyzes these files to learn how you handle different lighting scenarios, from bright outdoor action shots to controlled school portrait setups. Once your profile is ready, you can apply it to any new catalog in seconds. If you shoot a variety of styles, you can even build separate profiles for outdoor sports and indoor school headshots. This keeps that every athlete and team photo you edit matches your exact creative vision. You are never locked into the AI's choices, as you can easily adjust the final sliders in Lightroom. This custom approach keeps your unique brand look consistent while saving you days of manual editing.

Is using an AI editor cost-effective for a school and sports photography business?

Yes, using Imagen is highly cost-effective because you pay only per photo, which meaningfully lowers your post-production expenses. When you manage high-volume school portrait contracts or sports leagues, outsourcing edits to human retouchers can quickly drain your profits. Our AI assistant edits your photos for a fraction of the cost, starting at just a few cents per image. This allows you to scale your business and accept larger team contracts without worrying about a massive editing bottleneck. You can process an entire tournament's action photos or a school's individual athlete headshots in minutes, keeping your overhead low. By reducing your turn-around time, you also increase your print and digital download sales from eager parents. This predictable, pay-as-you-go pricing model helps you maximize your margins while giving you back hours of personal time.

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