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AI Batch Headshot Workflow Software

You'll deliver a uniform look across 5,000 subjects. Automate skin retouching and eye sharpening for school, family, and editorial portraits.

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  • DPReview
  • Shotkit
  • Expert Photography
  • Fstoppers
  • PetaPixel

Every edit your listings need, handled automatically

  • Crop

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

  • Smooth Skin

    Apply natural retouching instantly to high-volume galleries. Flawless portraits that preserve authentic expressions.

  • Straighten

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

  • Subject Mask

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

  • Teeth Whitening

    Brighter smiles with automatic teeth whitening. Natural-looking enhancement for high-volume picture days.

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 turnaround

Get your mornings back

Skip the wait. Our high volume headshot workflow software processes 1,000 photos in minutes. You'll deliver school and family portraits by 9 am, and keep complete control over your final look.

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Team consistency

Uniform looks every time

You'll get consistent results for thousands of subjects, even with multiple photographers. Imagen takes care of skin retouching, eye sharpening, and color grading so editorial headshots always match.

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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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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 studio and product photographers editing so time consuming?

Studio and product photographers editing takes hours because you have to correct every single detail manually. When you photograph thousands of people for a school or corporate headshot job, each person needs individual attention. You adjust the skin retouching, sharpen the eyes, and fix the lighting against the background for every subject. Doing this by hand in Photoshop is exhausting and eats into your profit margins. Imagen acts as your High Volume Headshot Workflow Software to do this heavy lifting for you. We analyze your editing style and apply it consistently across all your photos. You get perfectly retouched portraits back in minutes instead of weeks. You keep complete control over the final look, and you can tweak any slider before exporting. This lets you focus on booking more studio sessions instead of sitting behind a computer screen all day. You cut your editing time by 96% and deliver consistent results to every client.

How does Imagen handle skin retouching and eye sharpening for thousands of portraits?

We apply your specific skin retouching and eye sharpening preferences to every single photo in your catalog automatically. When you shoot large school or editorial projects, you need consistent results across thousands of subjects. You create a Personal AI Profile that learns exactly how you edit faces. The AI analyzes each subject individually to apply the right amount of smoothing and sharpening without making them look like plastic. It recognizes the face, eyes, and mouth, and it separates the person from the background perfectly. This gives you a reliable system that scales with your business. You don't have to copy and paste settings or create complex masks by hand anymore. You review the edits, make any final adjustments, and deliver the gallery. This saves you at least 10 hours per project and keeps your studio running smoothly. You get the exact look you want every single time.

Can I use this software for both family portraits and editorial fashion shoots?

You can train a Personal AI Profile for any type of portrait work you do. Whether you photograph a family in your studio or shoot a high fashion editorial, the AI adapts to your specific color grading and retouching style. Different niches require different levels of polish. A corporate headshot needs clean skin and a bright background, while an editorial shoot might demand a moody, cinematic look. You build separate profiles for each style to ensure every subject looks exactly how you envision. Imagen processes the RAW files and applies your unique look to every single image in the batch. You remain in the driver's seat the entire time. You review the gallery, tweak the exposure or contrast, and finalize the images faster than ever. Using a dedicated AI tool means you never have to compromise on quality, even when you deliver 2,000 photos from a massive weekend project.

How is this different from batch editing manually in Lightroom or Photoshop?

Manual batch editing applies the exact same settings to every photo, while our AI analyzes and adjusts each image individually. When you paste settings across 500 photos, you still have to go back and fix the exposure, white balance, and masking for every single subject. This manual correction takes hours of tedious work. Imagen evaluates the lighting, the skin tones, and the background of each photo before making adjustments. It applies your editing style intelligently, meaning a dark photo gets brightened more than a photo that is already perfectly exposed. This makes it a true High Volume Headshot Workflow Software rather than just a simple preset application. You skip the repetitive adjustments and jump straight to the final review process. You save up to 75% of your editing time and deliver a perfectly consistent gallery to your studio clients. You stay in complete control of the final output while letting the AI handle the boring tasks.

Will the AI mask the person and separate them from the environment automatically?

The AI automatically detects your subject and creates precise masks for the face, body, and background in seconds. You no longer have to spend hours brushing over hair or tracing shoulders in Photoshop. When you shoot a large volume of corporate headshots, you need the subject to pop against the backdrop perfectly. We build those complex local adjustments right into your Personal AI Profile. The software recognizes exactly where the person ends and the background begins. It applies your specific skin retouching to the face and your preferred contrast to the environment. This gives you a powerful tool that handles the most frustrating parts of retouching. You review the masks, make any quick tweaks, and export the final files. This level of automation helps you process 1,000 images in a fraction of the time it takes to do it manually. Your studio sends back professional, polished results without the late nights.

Do I need to shoot in a controlled environment for the AI to work properly?

You get excellent results regardless of your lighting conditions or environment. While many photographers shoot in a controlled studio with consistent strobes, we know you also shoot on location with unpredictable natural light. The AI analyzes the unique exposure and color temperature of every single file. It adjusts the settings to match your editing style whether you photograph a subject against a seamless paper background or outdoors in a park. You train your Personal AI Profile using your past catalogs, so it learns exactly how you handle different lighting scenarios. This makes Imagen a highly adaptable tool for any situation. You get consistent skin tones and eye sharpening across the entire gallery, even if the sun goes behind a cloud halfway through the session. You spend less time fixing white balance and more time growing your business.

How long does it take to get my edited portraits back?

You get your edited photos back in minutes, allowing you to turn around large projects incredibly fast. When you photograph 3,000 students for a school portrait project, manual editing takes weeks. You upload your catalog to our servers, and the AI edits at a speed of 1,500 photos per hour. It applies your custom skin retouching, eye sharpening, and background adjustments to every single subject instantly. You receive an email when the batch is ready, and you download the edits directly back into your Lightroom catalog. Using a dedicated High Volume Headshot Workflow Software drastically reduces your turnaround time. You impress your studio clients with fast delivery and consistent, beautiful results. You always have the final say, and you can tweak any slider before you export the final JPEGs. This speed lets you take on more clients and increase your revenue without working on weekends.

Does this software work with my camera RAW files directly?

You can process all major RAW file formats directly through the software without converting them first. We support files from Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, and other major camera brands. You simply import your RAW files into Lightroom Classic, build your smart previews, and send the catalog to Imagen. The AI reads the data and applies your custom edits to the RAW files. This keeps you maintain the highest possible image quality for every subject you photograph. You retain all the dynamic range needed to recover highlights on a bright face or lift shadows in a dark studio background. Treating this as your primary editing software means you never compress your files before the editing process begins. You get perfectly retouched skin and sharp eyes with zero quality loss. You review the edits, make your final adjustments, and export the final files for your clients.

What happens if the AI makes a mistake on a specific photo?

You always stay in complete control of your final images, and you can change any setting the AI applies. We know that lighting changes and tricky shadows can sometimes confuse even the best tools. If a subject looks too bright or the background is too dark, you simply adjust the sliders in Lightroom exactly like you normally do. The AI doesn't bake the edits into the file. It applies non-destructive adjustments to the RAW data. This is why using a High Volume Headshot Workflow Software is so safe for your business. You get 90% of the work done automatically, including the tedious skin retouching and eye sharpening. You then spend a few seconds per photo doing the final quality check. Every time you make a correction and upload the final catalog, your Personal AI Profile learns from your tweaks. Your studio editing gets more accurate and consistent with every single project you complete.

How do I ensure my skin retouching looks natural and not overly processed?

You train the AI using your previously edited catalogs, so it learns exactly how much smoothing and texture you prefer. We know that portrait photographers hate the plastic, fake skin look that many basic filters create. When you build your Personal AI Profile, the system analyzes how you handle blemishes, pores, and skin tones for every subject. It replicates your exact touch, ensuring the skin looks natural and authentic. It applies this delicate retouching while also sharpening the eyes and separating the person from the background. This makes it an ideal tool for editorial and corporate projects where professionalism is key. You get consistent, beautiful skin across thousands of photos without doing the tedious brushwork by hand. You always review the final gallery and can dial back the smoothing on any individual photo if needed. Your studio sends back high quality portraits that keep your clients coming back year after year.

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