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Flat Lay Photography Editing Software

Studio and product photographers, you'll cut edit time by 96%. We process your flat lays and product shots in minutes for a perfectly uniform look.

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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.

  • Color Enhancement

    Ensure every listing looks inviting and true to life, with consistent color across every photographer on your team.

  • Crop

    Uniform framing regardless of photographer count. Visual consistency for albums and galleries at any scale.

  • Culling Studio

    Sort through thousands of photos in minutes. Selects the best shots – cutting culling time by up to 75%.

  • Perspective correction

    Fix tilted walls and converging verticals automatically. Your interiors look architecturally accurate.

  • Smooth Skin

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

  • Straighten

    Fix tilted walls and perspective distortion instantly. Ensure every house looks architecturally accurate with precise perspective correction tools.

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

Deliver product shots by 9 AM

Meet tight e-commerce deadlines and cut post-production time by 96%. With Imagen as your flat lay photography editing software, you process 1,000 images in minutes and deliver batches by 9 AM.

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Uniform studio output

Match styles across every shoot

Keep your studio output uniform, no matter who clicks the shutter. Your Personal AI Profile learns your exact color grading, so you don't deliver mismatched product catalogs ever again.

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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.

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

Frequently asked questions

What exactly is studio and product photographers editing?

Studio and product photographers editing focuses on achieving perfect color accuracy and consistency across hundreds of shots. When you shoot flat lay photography or e-commerce catalogs, your clients expect the product to look exactly like it does in real life. You don't spend hours masking the subject from the background or fixing white balance shifts caused by studio lighting changes. We built our flat lay photography editing software to handle these exact challenges. Imagen learns your specific style from your previous edits and applies it to your new catalogs. This means you spend less time tweaking exposure and more time styling your next set. By training a Personal AI Profile on your past work, you get consistent results across thousands of images in minutes. You stay in complete control of the final look because you review every image before exporting. You save up to 96% of your editing time while sending back the exact quality your commercial clients demand. You get your life back and keep your clients happy.

How does flat lay photography editing software handle batch processing for large e-commerce catalogs?

You get massive batches done in minutes instead of days. When you shoot a large campaign in the studio, you often end up with thousands of raw files that need identical color treatment. Our flat lay photography editing software processes those images at a rate of 1,500 photos in under 10 minutes. You just upload your Lightroom catalog, select your Personal AI Profile, and let the system do the heavy lifting. The AI analyzes each individual photo to adjust exposure, white balance, and contrast based on your unique style. It recognizes the subject and the background in your flat lay setups to ensure consistent lighting across the entire batch. You don't have to copy and paste settings and then manually tweak every single photo. You simply review the returned edits in Lightroom and make any final adjustments. This workflow cuts your turnaround time drastically. You can deliver final images to your clients faster and take on more studio projects without worrying about the endless hours sitting behind your computer screen.

How is this different from doing it manually in Photoshop or Lightroom?

You save hundreds of hours every month while keeping your signature look. Doing it manually means you adjust the white balance, contrast, and exposure for every single image. Even with presets, you still have to tweak each photo because the flash output in your studio might vary slightly. Imagen automates this repetitive work by analyzing the unique characteristics of every photo. Our AI looks at the subject and the background to make intelligent adjustments just like you do. It learns exactly how you edit by studying your previous Lightroom catalogs. You don't have to start from scratch or apply a generic preset that needs fixing because you start with images that are already 90% finished. You get to focus your manual work on the final polish and creative retouching. This flat lay photography editing software gives you the consistency of a preset but with the intelligence of a human assistant. You stay in the driver's seat the whole time. You just get to the finish line much faster.

Does this flat lay photography editing software work with my camera raw files?

Yes, it works directly with your raw files through Lightroom Classic. You don't need to change your existing capture workflow or convert your files to a different format. Whether you shoot tethered in the studio or onto memory cards, you simply import your raw files into Lightroom just like you always do. Imagen reads the raw data to give you the most accurate color and exposure adjustments possible. This is especially important for product photography where the subject must look completely color accurate against the background. Processing the raw files means you retain all the dynamic range and detail needed for high-end commercial work. Once the edits are complete, the software syncs the adjustments back to your original raw files in Lightroom. You don't lose any quality, and you can still tweak every single slider. You get the maximum flexibility of raw editing combined with the speed of AI automation.

How does this affect my turnaround time for commercial product clients?

You can deliver final galleries to your clients in days instead of weeks. Commercial clients always want their images immediately. When you spend all week editing a massive flat lay campaign, you create a bottleneck in your business. By using Imagen, you cut your editing time by up to 96%. You can send a catalog of 1,000 studio images for processing and have them back in less than 10 minutes. This means you can shoot a campaign on Tuesday and deliver the final edited proofs on Wednesday morning. Your clients get their assets faster, which helps them launch their products on schedule. You also free up your own calendar to book more shoots instead of turning away work because you're stuck editing. The AI takes care of the repetitive task of balancing the subject and the background across hundreds of shots. You just do the final review and click export. You build a reputation for incredibly fast delivery without sacrificing your quality.

Can the AI learn my specific style for different flat lay setups?

Yes, you can train multiple profiles for all your different lighting setups. Every brand you work with has a unique aesthetic. Sometimes you shoot dark and moody flat lays, and other times you shoot bright and airy products on a pure white background. You can create a distinct Personal AI Profile for each specific style. You just feed the system 3,000 previously edited photos that represent that specific look. The AI analyzes how you handle the subject, the shadows, and the colors in that specific studio environment. When you get a new batch of photos for that brand, you simply select their dedicated profile. This flat lay photography editing software applies the exact color grading and exposure adjustments that match that brand's guidelines. You don't have to compromise your style or force all your clients into 1 generic look. You deliver perfectly consistent galleries that match the exact creative brief every single time.

Will I lose control over the final look of my product photos?

You stay in complete control of every single image. We built Imagen to assist you, not replace you. The AI acts as your first pass editor. It takes care of the tedious work of balancing exposure, correcting white balance, and making sure the subject stands out clearly from the background. Once the software finishes processing, it sends the edits back to your Lightroom catalog. You can see exactly where every slider is positioned. If a specific studio shot needs a little more contrast or a slight color tweak, you just adjust the slider yourself. The software even learns from these final tweaks if you choose to update your Personal AI Profile. You don't hand over your creative vision to a machine. You simply use a powerful tool to get to your final result much faster. You always have the final say before you export and deliver the gallery to your client.

What if I don't have enough past edits to train a profile yet?

You can start editing immediately using an AI Profile created by top industry professionals. We know that building a portfolio of 3,000 consistent images takes time. If you're newer to the studio or just starting to shoot flat lay photography, you can use our pre-trained profiles. These profiles offer a variety of proven styles that work beautifully for product photography. You select a profile that closely matches your desired look and apply it to your catalog. The AI will adjust the exposure and color to ensure the subject pops against the background. Once the edits are returned to Lightroom, you can tweak the sliders to match your exact vision. As you edit more sessions and build up your catalog, you can eventually train your own Personal AI Profile. This flat lay photography editing software grows with your business. You get professional results from day 1 while working toward your own custom automated workflow.

How does the software handle changing light during a studio session?

The AI analyzes and adjusts every single photo individually to compensate for lighting shifts. Even in a controlled studio environment, your strobe output can fluctuate or the ambient light might change over a long day of shooting. If you apply a standard preset to the entire batch, you'll end up with inconsistent exposures. Our flat lay photography editing software looks at the specific data of each image. It identifies the subject and the background, calculates the actual exposure, and makes precise adjustments to match your Personal AI Profile. If 1 shot is 1/3 of a stop darker because a flash misfired, the AI corrects it automatically. You get a perfectly consistent catalog without having to manually adjust the exposure slider on hundreds of individual photos. You save hours of tedious corrective work and deliver a flawless gallery to your client.

Is it expensive to use this software for high volume product photography?

You actually save money by drastically reducing your editing time. We charge a few cents per photo, which means you only pay for what you edit. When you shoot flat lay campaigns with thousands of images, the cost of outsourcing to a human editor can destroy your profit margins. Doing it yourself costs you valuable time that you could spend booking more studio sessions. By using our flat lay photography editing software, you process 1,000 images for a fraction of the cost of traditional outsourcing. You get your edits back in minutes, allowing you to turn over projects rapidly. The system perfectly balances the subject and the background across massive batches, saving you days of manual labor. Your return on investment comes from the hours you get back and the additional clients you can take on. You don't have to let editing costs eat into your hard-earned revenue as you scale your business.

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