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Cloud Photo Editing for Photographers

You don't edit 1,000 headshots by hand. We process your massive studio batches in the cloud for a uniform look across every subject.

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  • DPReview
  • Shotkit
  • Expert Photography
  • Fstoppers
  • PetaPixel

Every edit your listings need, handled automatically

  • Background Mask

    Background Mask

  • Color Enhancement

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

  • Sky Replacement

    Turn overcast skies into clean, vibrant backgrounds so every exterior looks its best, regardless of shoot conditions.

  • 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 couples and wedding parties with intelligent adjustments. Key moments like first dances and ceremonies get the emphasis they deserve.

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.

Fast turnaround times

Return photos the next day

You need fast turnarounds for high-volume headshots. With our cloud photo editing for photographers, we process 1,000 images in minutes. You'll deliver finished galleries the very next morning.

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Uniform studio output

Keep every portrait uniform

Different shooters, lighting, and setups don't have to ruin your consistency. We apply your Personal AI Profile to ensure a uniform look. You'll get perfectly matched product shots every time.

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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

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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 is studio and product photographers editing?

Studio and product photographers editing refers to the specialized post-production work required to make commercial images look perfect. You'll spend hours adjusting the exposure on a subject, cleaning up a smooth backdrop, and ensuring colors match the exact physical item. Cloud photo editing for photographers takes this heavy lifting off your plate. We process your raw files on our secure servers, applying your exact style to every single shot. This means you skip the tedious manual adjustments and get straight to the final review. A commercial environment demands absolute consistency across hundreds of images in a catalog. By moving your workflow to the cloud, you cut your editing time by up to 96%. You maintain complete creative control while the AI matches your specific adjustments for lighting, contrast, and color correction. Your focal point always remains clear, and your background stays perfectly consistent from the first frame to the 1,000th frame. You'll get faster turnarounds, happier clients, and more time to focus on shooting your next big campaign.

How does cloud photo editing for photographers handle large batch edits for a product shoot?

You get consistent results across thousands of images by letting our AI learn your exact editing style. When you shoot a massive product catalog, you need every background to look identical and every subject to have the exact same lighting adjustments. Doing this manually takes days of repetitive work. With Imagen, you upload your raw files to our servers, and we apply your Personal AI Profile to the entire batch in minutes. You'll see a 75% reduction in your typical turnaround time. The cloud infrastructure processes massive amounts of data instantly, meaning your computer doesn't slow down while rendering. You review the final gallery, make any tiny tweaks, and export the finished files. The AI looks at the specific lighting conditions of your workspace and applies the correct white balance and exposure to every single frame. Your item pops perfectly against the backdrop every time. You stay fully in control of the final look while we handle the repetitive tasks that drain your energy.

How is this different from doing manual edits in Photoshop?

You save hundreds of hours a month by automating the repetitive steps you normally do by hand. Manual editing requires you to open each file, mask the subject, clean up the background, and adjust the curves one by one. This process bottlenecks your entire workflow. Cloud photo editing for photographers changes the equation by processing your images in bulk using your unique editing style. We analyze your past work to build a Personal AI Profile that understands exactly how you like your images to look. Instead of spending 10 minutes on a single product photo, you get a fully edited image back in less than a second. You don't lose any control, because you review every photo and can adjust the sliders in Lightroom before final delivery. The cloud takes care of the heavy processing power, freeing up your local machine for other tasks. Your product gets the exact attention to detail you demand, and your setting remains flawlessly consistent across the entire gallery.

Does the AI work directly with my camera raw files from the studio?

Yes, we process your raw files directly to give you the highest quality output possible. When you shoot in a controlled studio environment, you capture a massive amount of data in your raw files to ensure the colors and details are perfect. Cloud photo editing for photographers relies on this raw data to make accurate adjustments to exposure, white balance, and contrast. You don't have to convert anything to JPEG or TIFF before sending it to us. We read the raw data, apply your Personal AI Profile, and send back a lightweight metadata file that syncs instantly with your Lightroom catalog. This keeps your workflow incredibly fast and preserves all the dynamic range of your original shot. You retain the ability to push and pull the shadows on your subject or tweak the highlights on a white background without losing any image quality. Your final product looks exactly as you envisioned it, with all the rich detail your clients expect.

How does moving to the cloud affect my studio turnaround time?

You will cut your delivery times from weeks to just a few days or even hours. A busy commercial studio often struggles with a backlog of thousands of images waiting for post-production. Cloud photo editing for photographers eliminates this bottleneck entirely. We edit at a speed of 1,500 photos in under 10 minutes, meaning you get your entire shoot back almost immediately. You'll spend your time reviewing the gallery rather than adjusting exposure sliders on every single frame. This speed allows you to take on more clients, book more shoots, and increase your revenue without working late into the night. When a client needs their product images for a fast-approaching launch, you can deliver the final gallery with confidence. The AI keeps your subject looks sharp and your background is consistently lit across the entire batch. You'll build a reputation for lightning-fast delivery while maintaining the high-end quality your commercial clients demand.

Can the AI accurately separate the subject from the background in a product shot?

We use advanced masking tools built right into your workflow to isolate your subject perfectly. In a commercial studio, you often need to make specific adjustments to the product without affecting the smooth paper or physical set behind it. Our AI Profile integrates with Lightroom masking features to recognize the main item and the background independently. You don't have to manually paint masks on 500 different photos anymore. The software identifies the boundaries and applies your specific contrast, clarity, and sharpness settings exactly where they belong. This ensures the product pops while the backdrop remains smooth and free of distracting textures. Cloud photo editing for photographers means these complex, localized adjustments happen automatically across your entire catalog. You'll save massive amounts of time on tedious masking work while delivering a polished, professional result that meets strict commercial standards. You remain the director, reviewing the masks and tweaking them if a highly reflective item needs a slightly different touch.

Why is consistency so important for studio and product photographers editing?

Your clients rely on strict visual consistency to build their brand identity and sell their goods. When a customer browses an e-commerce store, they expect every image to have the exact same lighting, color balance, and background tone. If the subject looks slightly warmer in one photo and cooler in the next, it damages the perceived quality of the product. Achieving this perfect uniformity by hand takes a massive toll on your time and energy. Cloud photo editing for photographers solves this by applying a mathematical precision to your creative style. We analyze your entire Lightroom catalog to ensure every single image matches your established baseline. The AI doesn't get tired or suffer from eye strain after looking at 800 photos of shoes. It applies your Personal AI Profile with absolute accuracy from the first shot to the last. Your studio delivers a flawless gallery every time, helping your clients increase their sales and trust your business for future campaigns.

How many previous edits do I need to train the AI for my studio work?

You need 3,000 previously edited images to build a highly accurate Personal AI Profile. This number keeps the algorithm has enough data to understand how you handle different lighting scenarios, colors, and textures in your studio. We analyze these past edits to learn exactly how you prefer to expose your subject and balance your background. If you don't have 3,000 images ready, you can start immediately with one of our pre-built AI Profiles and customize it to fit your needs. Cloud photo editing for photographers is designed to adapt to your specific aesthetic over time. As you upload more projects and make final adjustments, the AI learns from your tweaks and updates your profile. This means your results get more accurate with every single catalog you process. You'll spend less time correcting minor details and more time shooting new campaigns, knowing your editing partner understands your exact creative vision.

Does cloud photo editing make financial sense for a small product photography business?

You will see an immediate return on investment by reclaiming hours of billable time every week. When you handle all the post-production yourself, you limit the number of clients your studio can take on. Cloud photo editing for photographers costs a fraction of a cent per image, allowing you to scale your output without hiring expensive retouchers. For a few dollars, you can process an entire product catalog in minutes instead of days. This frees you up to market your business, build new sets, or simply take a weekend off. You only pay for the images you actually edit, making it a highly flexible expense that scales with your workload. The AI handles the heavy lifting of balancing the background and exposing the subject, sending back a nearly finished gallery directly to your computer. You'll increase your profit margins on every shoot because you are spending drastically less time staring at a monitor.

Are my commercial images secure when I use cloud photo editing for photographers?

We protect your unreleased commercial images with enterprise-grade security and strict privacy protocols. When you shoot a product that hasn't hit the market yet, your studio is under strict non-disclosure agreements. We take that responsibility incredibly seriously. Your raw files never actually leave your computer. Instead, Imagen extracts a tiny, text-based metadata file containing the edit parameters and sends only that data to our secure cloud servers. We process this information to calculate the exact adjustments needed for your subject and background, then send the updated metadata back to you. Your original high-resolution files remain safely on your local hard drives the entire time. We never share your data, and we don't use your images to train public AI models. You get all the speed and power of cloud computing without ever compromising the confidentiality of your clients. You'll deliver your final galleries with total peace of mind.

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