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Library Photography Editing Software

You'll edit 1,000 studio and product photos in minutes. Get a uniform look across your catalog with an AI Profile that learns your style.

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  • DPReview
  • Shotkit
  • Expert Photography
  • Fstoppers
  • PetaPixel

Every edit your listings need, handled automatically

  • AI Assistant

    Need a custom edit? Simply type your request or select a quick action. Instantly apply virtual staging, removal of unwanted objects, twilight conversion, and mo

  • Background Mask

    Background Mask

  • Color Enhancement

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

  • Crop

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

  • Culling Studio

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

  • HDR merge

    Create balanced interiors from multiple exposures. Our HDR blending merges

  • HDR Merge

    Blend multiple exposures into one perfectly balanced listing photo, with bright windows and detailed interiors every time.

  • Object Removal

    Erase clutter, cords, and camera reflections from any shot. Select a quick action or type a

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 galleries by 9 AM

You shoot 1,000 product shots a day. With our library photography editing software, you'll get them back in minutes. Send your catalog to Imagen and deliver finished galleries by 9 AM.

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Brand consistency

Match styles across your team

You don't want mismatched galleries. Your AI Profile learns your exact color grades to match 5 or 50 photographers perfectly. You stay in control while we match your style on every subject.

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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 is the best approach to studio and product photographers editing?

The most effective approach to studio and product photographers editing focuses on consistency and speed across thousands of files. At Imagen, we know that when you shoot high volumes of items, you need library photography editing software that applies your specific look to every single frame. We built our AI to learn your unique style by analyzing your previous work. It understands exactly how you expose your subject and treat your background under controlled studio lighting. You don't spend hours adjusting white balance and contrast for an entire catalog. Instead, you get a fully edited gallery in minutes. You cut your editing time by up to 96%, giving you hours back to focus on shooting more products or booking new clients. The AI handles the heavy lifting of batch processing, but you always stay in complete control. You can tweak any slider in Lightroom after the AI applies the initial edit. This means your subject always looks perfect, and your background remains perfectly consistent across the entire campaign.

How does library photography editing software handle large volumes of product images?

Good library photography editing software processes massive batches of images simultaneously while adapting to the unique lighting of each photo. When you bring 2,000 product shots into Imagen, the AI analyzes every individual file. It looks at the specific exposure of your subject and the exact brightness of your background. You don't apply a static preset that ruins half your catalog. Instead, the software makes micro-adjustments to each photo based on your Personal AI Profile. This means your studio lighting looks perfectly uniform across the entire batch, even if your strobe misfired or a cloud shifted outside your window. You process thousands of photos in a fraction of the time it takes to edit manually. By automating the repetitive tasks, you reduce your turnaround time from weeks to mere days. You retain full creative direction over the final gallery, while the AI does the tedious work of matching exposures and correcting colors for every single item in your catalog.

Can AI accurately separate the subject from the background in a studio setting?

Yes, modern tools easily identify the subject and isolate it from the background in your studio shots. When you photograph products or models against a smooth paper drop, the AI recognizes the distinct edges and textures. Imagen uses advanced subject detection to apply local adjustments exactly where you want them. If you need to brighten a dark product without blowing out a white backdrop, the software handles that automatically. You train your Personal AI Profile to treat these elements differently based on your past edits. This saves you from manually brushing masks over 500 different items in a massive catalog. You get crisp edges and perfect exposure separation in seconds. Because you always stay in control, you can easily refine any mask in Lightroom if a highly reflective product tricks the system. You spend 90% less time masking and more time actually planning your next big commercial shoot.

How much time can I save on my studio catalog workflows?

You can slash your editing time by up to 96% when using AI for your studio catalog workflows. A typical commercial photographer spends roughly 15 hours editing a batch of 1,000 product images. With Imagen, you edit that same batch in under 30 minutes. The AI rapidly adjusts the exposure, color corrects the subject, and balances the background for every single photo. You simply upload your Lightroom catalog, click a button, and step away to grab a coffee. When you return, your entire library of photos is ready for final review. You eliminate the tedious process of copying and pasting settings across hundreds of slightly different exposures. This massive reduction in screen time means you deliver galleries to your clients days ahead of schedule. You keep your clients happy, take on more projects, and finally stop working late into the night just to meet a tight deadline.

Does this tool work with my camera RAW files for product photography?

Yes, the software works directly with your camera RAW files to ensure the highest possible image quality. When you shoot in a controlled studio environment, you need all the data your sensor captures to retain detail in your subject and smooth gradients in your background. Imagen reads the RAW data directly from your Lightroom catalog. It never compresses your files or forces you to export JPEGs before editing. The AI applies all adjustments as non-destructive Lightroom metadata. This means you preserve 100% of the dynamic range in your files. If you need to pull back highlights on a shiny product or lift shadows in a dark corner, you have the full RAW file data available. You get the speed of library photography editing software without sacrificing a single pixel of quality. You stay in the driver seat, making final tweaks to the RAW files exactly as you always have.

How does AI keep my colors consistent across a massive product library?

The AI keeps your colors perfectly consistent by analyzing the unique lighting and color temperature of every individual photo. If you shoot a catalog of 3,000 items, your studio strobes might shift slightly in color temperature over an eight-hour day. Instead of applying one rigid preset, Imagen calculates the exact adjustment needed for each specific frame. It ensures the skin tones of your subject or the brand colors of your product match perfectly from the first shot to the last. The AI also recognizes how your background color interacts with your main light source. It automatically corrects for any unwanted color shifts. You build a Personal AI Profile based on your previously edited catalogs, which teaches the software exactly how you prefer your colors to look. You get a perfectly uniform gallery that meets strict commercial standards, and you save countless hours of manual white balance tweaking.

Will I lose control over the final look of my studio portraits?

You never lose control over the final look of your studio portraits. The AI acts as your dedicated assistant, not your replacement. When you use library photography editing software, the goal is to get you 90% of the way to the finish line instantly. After Imagen processes your catalog, every single edit appears as a standard adjustment slider in Lightroom. You can easily tweak the exposure of your subject or adjust the contrast of your background just like you normally do. If you want to push a creative look further for a specific client, you simply grab the sliders and make your changes. The software actually learns from these final tweaks to make your next batch even more accurate. You keep complete creative authority over your work, but you don't waste time starting from scratch on every single image in your massive library.

How is using AI different from manually masking every product in Photoshop?

Using AI is vastly different because it automates the tedious masking process across thousands of files simultaneously. When you manually mask a subject in Photoshop, you spend minutes tracing edges and refining selections for just one photo. If you have a catalog of 500 studio shots, that manual process takes days. Imagen uses intelligent masking directly within Lightroom to instantly separate your product from the background. It applies these masks to the entire batch in minutes. You get precise local adjustments without ever leaving your main library photography editing software. If you need to drop the exposure on a bright white background while keeping the product perfectly lit, the AI takes care of it automatically based on your Personal AI Profile. You bypass the slow, destructive workflow of exporting to Photoshop. You keep your entire project inside a non-destructive RAW workflow, saving you massive amounts of time and hard drive space.

Can I train the software to match my specific studio lighting style?

You can absolutely train the software to match your exact studio lighting style. Every photographer lights their subject and background differently. To get started, you simply upload 3,000 of your previously edited photos to create a Personal AI Profile. The AI analyzes exactly how you handle highlights, shadows, and color grading under your specific strobe setups. It learns your unique visual signature. Once trained, Imagen applies that exact same style to all your future shoots. If you prefer a moody, high-contrast look for your products, the software replicates that perfectly. If you shoot bright, airy e-commerce catalogs on pure white backdrops, the AI learns that too. You aren't forced to use generic filters. You get a custom tool built entirely around your artistic vision, ensuring your brand remains consistent across every gallery you deliver to your clients.

What happens if the AI struggles with a complex background behind a product?

If the AI encounters an unusually complex background, you always have the ability to quickly correct it. Because Imagen applies all edits as non-destructive Lightroom adjustments, you simply click on the mask and refine it with a brush. Sometimes a highly reflective subject blends into a cluttered studio set, confusing the automated selection. When this happens, you aren't stuck with a baked-in mistake. You just adjust the slider or modify the mask exactly as you would if you created it yourself. The software gets the masking right the vast majority of the time, saving you hours of manual labor. For the rare 5% of images that need extra attention, you easily handle them during your final review process. You maintain total control over your library photography editing software, ensuring every single product shot meets your highest quality standards before you export the final gallery.

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