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Event Lightroom Editing Software

You'll slash editing time by 96% on your next event. Imagen learns your personal style and edits directly inside Lightroom Classic.

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  • DPReview
  • Shotkit
  • Expert Photography
  • Fstoppers
  • PetaPixel

Every edit your listings need, handled automatically

  • Background Mask

    Remove or replace backgrounds for marketing materials. Create polished composites for corporate clients.

  • Crop

    Uniform framing for multi-photographer operations. Visual consistency across all event types.

  • Smooth Skin

    Apply natural retouching to high-volume portraits. Flattering results for VIPs, executives, and attendees.

  • Straighten

    Level horizons and correct tilted angles instantly. Professional composition on stage shots and group photos.

  • Subject Mask

    Isolate and enhance subjects with intelligent adjustments. Keynote speakers and key moments get the emphasis they need.

  • Teeth Whitening

    Brighten smiles naturally in corporate portraits. Subtle enhancement on thousands of photos.

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

Edit events in minutes

We know you shoot late and deliver early. As your event Lightroom editing software, Imagen processes 1,000 photos in minutes directly inside Lightroom Classic. You'll finally get your sleep back.

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Brand consistency

Match styles across your team

We keep your galas, parties, and concerts consistent. Your AI Profile applies your style to every photo inside Lightroom Classic, so you don't worry about who clicked the shutter.

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

Frequently asked questions

What does Lightroom users across all photography niches editing look like when working with large event galleries?

Lightroom users across all photography niches editing means adapting to any shooting condition quickly while keeping your unique style intact. When you photograph a wedding, a corporate gala, or a local concert, you face drastically different lighting environments. Managing these massive galleries manually takes days or weeks. Using an event lightroom editing software changes how you handle that volume. You simply upload your catalog to our app, and the AI analyzes every single image. It applies custom adjustments based on your previous work, far beyond what a basic preset can do. You'll get your edits back in minutes, not weeks. This gives you back 96% of your editing time. You spend less time staring at sliders and more time booking new clients or shooting new events. The AI acts as your personal assistant, making the tedious base edits while you remain in total control. You review the final images, tweak any specific photos, and export directly to your clients.

How does an event lightroom editing software process thousands of RAW files at once?

Our software connects directly to your existing catalog to process thousands of RAW files in the cloud without slowing down your computer. You open your catalog, select the event gallery you want to edit, and send it to our servers. The AI reads the metadata and your chosen Personal AI Profile to make precise adjustments to every single photo. It considers exposure, white balance, contrast, and color grading for each individual shot. Applying a single preset across 1,000 images rarely works because lighting changes constantly during an event. Our AI evaluates the specific lighting of each photo and adjusts the sliders accordingly. You keep working on other tasks while the processing happens in the background. Once finished, you download the edits straight back into your Lightroom catalog. Your original RAW files never leave your hard drive. You only send the smart previews and metadata. This keeps the transfer fast and secure. You get a fully edited gallery ready for your final review in a fraction of the time it takes to do it manually.

How is this different from applying a standard preset to my entire catalog manually?

A standard preset applies the exact same settings to every photo, while our AI calculates unique adjustments for each individual image based on its specific lighting and exposure. When you paste a preset across an entire catalog, you inevitably spend hours tweaking the exposure and white balance for every photo that was shot in a different environment. Event photography involves constantly changing light, from bright outdoor ceremonies to dark indoor reception halls. An event lightroom editing software understands these shifts. The AI analyzes what adjustments you normally make to your base settings in different lighting conditions. It then mimics your exact decision process for every single frame. If 1 photo is underexposed and the next is overexposed, the AI corrects both perfectly to match your distinct style. You eliminate the tedious micro-adjustments that consume your evenings. Imagen learns the nuances of your editing style over time. You simply review the final gallery, make any artistic choices on your favorite shots, and deliver the photos to your clients faster than ever before.

Does the AI learn my specific style for different types of event photography?

Yes, you build a Personal AI Profile that learns exactly how you edit across all your different photography niches. You teach the AI your unique style by feeding it your previously edited catalogs. We recommend uploading at least 3,000 edited images that represent your best work. The AI analyzes how you tweak your favorite preset for bright outdoor portraits, dimly lit dance floors, and sharp corporate headshots. It builds a complete profile that understands your specific color grading and exposure preferences. As you shoot different types of events, you use this single profile to maintain a cohesive look across your entire portfolio. You don't need a different profile for every niche. If your style evolves, you simply upload your newly edited catalogs to update your profile. The AI adapts to your changes automatically. This ensures your event lightroom editing software always creates results that look like you edited them. You stay in complete control of your artistic vision while removing the repetitive slider adjustments from your daily workflow.

How much time do Lightroom users actually save when editing massive event galleries?

You save up to 96% of your editing time when you let AI handle the repetitive adjustments. Editing a typical event gallery of 1,000 images manually takes an average photographer about 12 hours. You sit at your desk, apply your preset, and adjust the white balance and exposure for every single photo. When you use an event lightroom editing software, that entire process shrinks to just a few minutes of processing time and maybe 1 hour of final review. You send your catalog to the cloud, and the AI edits those 1,000 photos in under 20 minutes. You get your life back. You spend your evenings with your family instead of clicking through endless reception photos. You take on more clients, shoot more events, and grow your business without burning out. The AI takes care of the heavy lifting, and you simply act as the final art director. You quickly scroll through the catalog, make a few localized tweaks, and export the final gallery for your clients.

Can I still make adjustments in Lightroom after the AI applies the edits?

You retain 100% control over every single slider and setting after the AI finishes its initial pass. We built Imagen to act as your editing assistant, not your replacement. When you download the finished edits back into your Lightroom catalog, the photos look exactly as if you edited them yourself. The AI moves the actual sliders in your panel. You click on any photo and see exactly how the exposure, contrast, and color grading were adjusted. If you want to make a photo slightly warmer or apply a different preset to a specific portrait, you just move the slider. The AI doesn't bake the edits into a flat file. You work with your original RAW files just like you always do. This flexibility is essential for event photography, where you might want to spend extra time perfecting the key moments. You let the event lightroom editing software handle the 90% of tedious base edits, and you spend your energy perfecting the final 10% that truly matters to your clients.

Does this tool work with my existing Lightroom catalog and folder structure?

The software integrates directly with your current folder structure and catalog setup without requiring you to move any files. You don't need to change how you organize your hard drives or import your photos. You simply open our app alongside your active catalog. You select the specific folders or collections you want to edit directly from the interface. The event lightroom editing software reads your existing file paths and generates smart previews in the background. Your heavy RAW files stay exactly where you put them on your local drives. After the AI finishes processing, you click a button to download the edits, and they populate right back into your open workspace. You immediately see the sliders adjust and your preset applied perfectly across the gallery. This smooth integration means you don't waste time exporting and importing massive folders of images. You keep your current workflow completely intact while drastically reducing the time you spend actually editing the photos.

How do I maintain consistent skin tones across mixed lighting situations at events?

The AI analyzes the specific lighting in every single photo to adjust white balance and tint perfectly, ensuring accurate skin tones everywhere. Event photographers constantly battle mixed lighting. You might shoot a subject near a bright window and then capture them moments later under harsh tungsten reception lights. Applying a static preset to both photos results in terrible skin tones. An event lightroom editing software solves this by evaluating each image individually. The AI recognizes faces and adjusts the temperature and tint sliders to match the exact skin tone preferences it learned from your previous edits. It calculates the necessary changes to neutralize odd color casts from DJ lights or dark church shadows. You get a Lightroom catalog filled with consistent, natural skin tones across the entire event. You no longer spend hours tweaking the orange and red luminance sliders for every single reception photo. The AI does the math for you, leaving you with a beautifully cohesive gallery that requires only minimal final review before delivery.

What happens if I shoot multiple photography niches but want a unified look?

Your Personal AI Profile learns the core elements of your style and applies them consistently across every niche you shoot. Many event photographers also shoot family portraits, real estate, or commercial branding. You want your entire portfolio to reflect your distinct artistic voice. When you train your profile, you include edited catalogs from all these different niches. The AI identifies the common threads in your work, such as how you handle contrast, how you apply your favorite preset, and how you prefer your highlights. It builds a reliable understanding of your overall aesthetic. When you use this event lightroom editing software on a new gallery, it adapts your core style to fit the specific context of the shoot. A corporate headshot gets the same color treatment as a wedding portrait, but with the appropriate exposure adjustments for a studio setting. You maintain a perfectly unified brand across all your Lightroom galleries without having to manage a dozen different profiles or complex editing rules.

How quickly can I deliver final galleries to my event clients using this workflow?

You can easily deliver a massive event gallery to your clients within 24 hours of the shoot. Fast turnaround times lead to thrilled clients and immediate referrals. When you edit manually, sending back a 1,000-image gallery often takes weeks. You chip away at the Lightroom catalog a few hours a night. With an event lightroom editing software, you initiate the editing process the moment you get home from the event. The AI processes the entire gallery in minutes while you back up your memory cards or get some sleep. You wake up, spend 1 hour reviewing the edits, apply any final tweaks to your favorite preset, and export the files. You hand over a fully polished gallery the very next day. This speed completely changes your business model. You impress your clients while their excitement is still high, and you free up your schedule to book more work. You scale your photography business easily because you don't have a backlog of unedited events weighing you down.

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