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Lighthouse Photography Editing Software

You'll slash edit time by 96% and build a lighthouse workflow. Imagen gives studio and product photographers a uniform look on every subject.

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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

Slash your edit time by 96%. You get your images back in minutes with our lighthouse photography editing software. You deliver complete studio galleries to your clients the very next morning.

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Brand consistency

A uniform look across every shoot

Keep your studio style identical across multiple photographers, lighting setups, and 1,000 product shots. Your Personal AI Profile matches your exact edits, so you don't lose control.

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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 studio and product photographers editing?

Studio and product photographers editing focuses on perfecting the precise details of controlled lighting environments. When you shoot in a studio, you control every shadow and highlight on your subject. Your editing process needs to respect that exact setup. This type of editing requires perfect color accuracy and clean separation between your subject and the background. We build our tools to handle these exact demands. You don't lose the subtle details of your directional lighting. Many professionals look for dedicated lighthouse photography editing software to handle intense contrast, but our Personal AI Profile learns your exact style instead. You keep complete creative control over every pixel. You cut your editing time by up to 96% while maintaining the high standards your commercial clients demand. The AI applies your specific adjustments to the subject and the background automatically. You spend less time moving sliders and more time planning your next big studio shoot.

How does the AI handle batch editing for large product catalogs?

You can edit 1,000 product photos in just minutes while keeping every image perfectly consistent. Batch editing usually means applying a single preset and then manually fixing the exposure on every single shot. Our AI reads the unique lighting and color data of each individual photo in your studio session. It adjusts the parameters dynamically to match your exact editing style. If your flash misfires and leaves a subject slightly underexposed, the AI corrects it automatically. It evaluates the relationship between your subject and the background in every frame. This gives you a massive advantage over standard editing software that applies blanket adjustments. You get a fully edited catalog ready for client review in a fraction of the time. You review the final images and make any tweaks you want. You stay entirely in the driver's seat. Your studio workflow becomes incredibly fast without sacrificing the meticulous quality your brand depends on.

How is this different from doing it manually in Photoshop?

Manual editing forces you to repeat the exact same steps on hundreds of images. You carefully mask the subject, adjust the background, and fix the white balance over and over again. Imagen learns how you make those decisions and applies them across your entire studio session instantly. You don't replace your creative eye. You just automate the repetitive clicking. When you use our system as your lighthouse photography editing software, it analyzes the strong directional light and deep shadows just like you do. It applies your custom Personal AI Profile to the raw data. You'll save hours of tedious work while getting results that look like you edited them by hand. The AI takes care of the heavy lifting of balancing the subject against the background. You open the files in your usual software only for final retouching or compositing. This gives you back hours of your day to focus on marketing or taking on more clients.

Does the software work with my camera RAW files?

Yes, our platform works directly with your camera RAW files to retain maximum image data. Product photography requires absolute precision in color and texture. Editing compressed JPEGs limits your ability to recover highlights or push shadows. Our system reads the raw sensor data from your studio camera to make intelligent adjustments. This means you get the cleanest possible separation between your subject and your background. Working with RAW files ensures your whites stay pure and your blacks stay rich. You maintain the full dynamic range needed for high-end commercial work. Whether you use standard tools or specialized software, starting with RAW files is non-negotiable for professional quality. The AI applies your Personal AI Profile directly to these RAW files through your existing Lightroom catalog. You don't change your basic file management at all. You just get perfectly edited RAW files delivered back to you in record time.

How does this affect my turnaround time for commercial clients?

You can deliver final galleries to your commercial clients days or even weeks faster. Studio clients often have strict deadlines for product launches or marketing campaigns. Waiting on manual edits creates a bottleneck in your business. By using our system, you cut your editing time by up to 96%. You send 500 studio photos to be edited and get them back in less than 15 minutes. The AI takes care of the complex balancing of your subject and the background perfectly. This speed changes how you run your business. You can take on more projects without working late into the night. Some photographers rely on clunky lighthouse photography editing software to speed things up, but that often requires too much manual correction later. Our AI Profile gets it right the first time based on your past work. You review the gallery, export the files, and deliver the final assets to a very happy client.

Can the AI match my specific lighting style?

The AI analyzes your previous edits to learn exactly how you handle light and shadow. Studio photography relies heavily on custom lighting setups. You might use bright, high-key lighting for e-commerce or moody, directional lighting for luxury products. Our Personal AI Profile studies how you edit those specific scenarios. It learns exactly how bright you like your subject and how pure you want your background. You don't have to settle for generic filters. If your style mimics high-contrast commercial workflows, the AI learns that exact contrast curve. It looks at the thousands of micro-adjustments you made in the past. It then applies that exact same logic to your new images. You get consistent results that look undeniably like your own work. You retain complete control because the AI is simply mimicking your personal creative decisions. Your clients always get the signature look they hired you for.

What happens if my studio setup changes between different product shoots?

The AI adapts to different lighting environments by analyzing the raw data of each new image. You rarely use the exact same setup for a reflective glass bottle and a matte leather bag. Your subject dictates your lighting choices. Our system understands these variations. It doesn't just blindly apply a static preset to your background. It evaluates the exposure, white balance, and contrast of every single photo. If you switch from a softbox to a hard spotlight, the AI adjusts its parameters to maintain your core editing style. You get the flexibility of advanced lighthouse photography editing software with the intelligence of a custom AI. You can even create different profiles for different types of studio work. You might have one profile for bright e-commerce backgrounds and another for dramatic editorial subjects. You always have the right tool for the specific job in front of you.

Do I lose control over the final look of my images?

You always maintain 100% control over your final images. We design this tool to assist you, not replace you. After the AI edits your studio session, you review every single photo in your catalog. You can tweak any slider, adjust the crop, or fine-tune the exposure. The AI gets you 90% of the way there in a fraction of the time. You spend your energy on the final 10% that requires your specific artistic touch. You might want to dodge a specific highlight on your subject or burn a distracting element in the background. You do that exactly like you always have. Using our platform simply gives you a massive head start. You don't waste time on the repetitive base edits. You spend your time perfecting the details that make your product photography stand out. You stay the artist from start to finish.

How does the AI handle pure white backgrounds for e-commerce?

The AI learns your exact method for achieving pure white backgrounds without blowing out your subject. E-commerce platforms require strict adherence to pure white backdrops. Achieving this manually often means tedious masking and local adjustments. Our Personal AI Profile learns how you balance the exposure to keep the background perfectly white while maintaining the rich details of your product. It understands the critical relationship between the subject and the background in a commercial studio setting. You don't have to manually clip the whites on every single image anymore. The system reads the data and applies your specific clipping preferences automatically. This level of precision rivals the best lighthouse photography editing software on the market. You get perfectly consistent e-commerce catalogs ready for upload. You save countless hours of tweaking white and black points. Your clients get pristine product images that meet all marketplace requirements instantly.

Is it difficult to train my Personal AI Profile?

Training your Personal AI Profile takes just a few clicks and a catalog of your past work. You simply upload 3,000 previously edited images that represent your editing style. The system analyzes how you handle different studio lighting setups and color palettes. It looks at how you separate a complex subject from a busy background. You don't need any technical skills to start the process. Once the AI learns your style, it becomes your dedicated editing assistant. If you don't have 3,000 images yet, you can use one of our pre-trained AI Profiles to get started immediately. These profiles offer excellent baseline edits for product work. As you shoot more, you can build your own profile later. It acts as a highly personalized editing tool that grows with your business. You invest a small amount of time upfront to save thousands of hours in the future.

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