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AI Black and White Portrait Editor Tool

Edit 1,000 headshots a day with a uniform look across every subject. You don't lose control over your studio's black and white style.

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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 delivery

Deliver galleries fast

Slash edit time by 96%. Use our AI Black and White Portrait Editor Tool to process 1,000 studio shots in minutes. You meet tight deadlines, and clients don't wait long for their photos.

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Brand consistency

One look across every shoot

Keep your style uniform across a team of photographers. We apply your Personal AI Profile to every product, headshot, and portrait. You're always in control of the final gallery.

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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

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    • 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 exactly is studio and product photographers editing when using an AI Black and White Portrait Editor Tool?

Studio and product photographers editing involves refining images to make the main subject stand out perfectly against the background. When you use an AI Black and White Portrait Editor Tool, you automate the tedious parts of this process while keeping your unique style. In a controlled studio environment, lighting and contrast are everything. This software analyzes each photo to adjust exposure, contrast, and tone curves automatically. It understands the difference between the person or item you capture and the setting behind them. You get consistent results across hundreds of files, and you don't manually tweak every single slider. We designed Imagen to learn your specific editing preferences from your previous work. You simply upload your raw files, apply your Personal AI Profile, and watch the edits apply in minutes. This means you spend less time staring at a monitor and more time behind the camera. You maintain complete creative control over the final look because you can tweak any setting after the software does the heavy work. Your final gallery looks exactly the way you want it to look.

How does batch processing work for studio and product photographers editing multiple setups?

Batch processing applies your exact editing style to thousands of images at once. Studio and product photographers editing massive catalogs face tight deadlines. You upload your raw files to Imagen and select your AI Profile. The software processes your files at a rate of 1,500 images in under 10 minutes. It evaluates every single photo individually to apply the right adjustments for exposure, white balance, and contrast. Even if your lighting changes slightly between setups, the system adapts to keep your subject looking perfect. It treats a bright white background differently than a textured dark background. You get a fully edited catalog back in a fraction of the time it takes to do it manually. Our AI Black and White Portrait Editor Tool also takes care of monochrome conversions smoothly across entire folders. You'll open the edited catalog in Lightroom and review the results. You retain the ability to adjust any slider before you export the final files for your clients. This workflow slashes your editing time by 96%.

How is this different from manually masking files during studio and product photographers editing?

Manual masking takes hours of tedious clicking, while AI editing does the heavy lifting instantly. During studio and product photographers editing, isolating a subject from the background is often the most time consuming task. You normally paint over edges, refine hair, and adjust contrast just to make the main item pop. Our AI Black and White Portrait Editor Tool reads the contents of your image automatically. It understands exactly where the person or product ends and where the studio backdrop begins. The system applies your custom edits globally and locally based on the AI Profile you select. You skip the repetitive brushwork entirely. You'll process 1,000 images in the time it takes to manually mask just 5 photos in Photoshop. You still get precise, clean edges and perfect contrast. If a specific file needs a tiny tweak, you just adjust the sliders in Lightroom. You stay in the driver seat the whole time. You get your life back without sacrificing the quality your clients expect.

Does the software work with raw files for studio and product photographers editing?

Yes, the software works directly with your raw camera files to give you the highest quality results. Studio and product photographers editing raw files need maximum data retention to pull details out of shadows and highlights. You simply import your raw files into Lightroom and send the catalog to Imagen. The system analyzes the uncompressed data to apply accurate color correction, exposure adjustments, and contrast tweaks. It takes care of everything from intricate product details to delicate skin tones on your subject. The edits apply directly to the raw files without degrading the image quality. You don't have to convert your files to JPEGs or TIFFs first. This keeps your studio workflow fast and simple. Whether you shoot against a smooth paper background or a complex set, the raw data gives the AI exactly what it needs to make precise adjustments. When you use the AI Black and White Portrait Editor Tool, it uses that rich raw data to create stunning monochrome conversions with deep blacks and crisp whites.

How does AI impact turnaround times for studio and product photographers editing?

AI editing cuts your turnaround time from weeks to literally days or hours. Studio and product photographers editing large campaigns know that clients want their photos immediately. When you edit manually, you spend countless hours adjusting exposure on every single subject and cleaning up every background. Imagen processes edits at a speed of 1,500 photos in less than 10 minutes. You send your Lightroom catalog to our servers, grab a cup of coffee, and download the finished edits before your break is over. This massive speed boost means you deliver final galleries to your clients faster than ever before. You take on more studio bookings because you're not trapped behind your desk editing all night. You still review the final gallery to ensure everything meets your standards. The AI Black and White Portrait Editor Tool simply removes the repetitive clicking from your day. You impress your clients with lightning fast delivery while maintaining your exact creative vision.

Can I train the software to match my style for studio and product photographers editing?

You train the software to replicate your exact editing style by uploading your previously edited catalogs. Studio and product photographers editing portfolios spend years developing a signature look. We built Imagen to learn your specific adjustments for contrast, exposure, and tone. You create a Personal AI Profile by feeding the system at least 3,000 of your past photos. The software analyzes how you handle the lighting on your subject and how you treat the shadows in the background. Once trained, your AI Profile applies those exact same decisions to your new, unedited shoots. If you specialize in monochrome, your AI Black and White Portrait Editor Tool learns exactly how you mix your color channels to get the perfect contrast. Your studio work remains uniquely yours. You don't have to settle for a generic preset that looks like everyone else. The tool adapts to your creative voice and helps you apply it consistently across thousands of images at once.

How accurately does the tool isolate details during studio and product photographers editing?

The software analyzes every pixel to separate your main focus from the background with incredible precision. Studio and product photographers editing complex sets often struggle with tricky lighting and intricate edges. The AI evaluates the depth, lighting, and contrast of each image to understand exactly what it's looking at. It knows the difference between the primary subject and the studio setting. This means it applies adjustments intelligently rather than just slapping a global filter over the whole file. If your foreground needs a boost in exposure but your backdrop needs to stay dark, the system recognizes that relationship. You get clean, natural results that look like you spent hours dodging and burning by hand. When using the AI Black and White Portrait Editor Tool, this intelligent analysis keeps your monochrome conversions have the perfect amount of separation and depth. You spend less time fixing messy masks and more time planning your next big shoot.

Do I keep full control over the final look during studio and product photographers editing?

You retain 100% control over every single image you process. We've built this software to act as your digital assistant, not your replacement. Studio and product photographers editing their work need the final say on every detail. After the AI applies your Personal AI Profile to your catalog, you open the files in Lightroom to review the results. Every adjustment appears on the standard Lightroom sliders. If you want to brighten a subject or darken a distracting background, you simply move the slider just like you normally do. The AI Black and White Portrait Editor Tool gives you a massive head start by doing 90% of the tedious work for you. You use your saved time to add those final creative touches that make your studio photography stand out. You never lose ownership of your creative process. You simply remove the boring, repetitive tasks so you can focus on the art itself.

Does the software work for both models and items in studio and product photographers editing?

The software adapts perfectly to both human models and inanimate objects. Studio and product photographers editing diverse portfolios need a tool that understands different types of content. The AI analyzes the specific elements in every photo. When you shoot a fashion model, it identifies skin tones and hair to apply the correct exposure and contrast. When you shoot a glass bottle or a leather bag, it recognizes the textures and adjusts the highlights to make the item pop against the background. Your subject always gets the exact treatment it needs. The system learns your specific preferences for different types of studio work based on the previous catalogs you upload. If you use the AI Black and White Portrait Editor Tool, it handles the monochrome conversion beautifully whether you're shooting portraits or still life. You get consistent, professional results across your entire body of work without having to switch between different editing platforms.

How much time do I actually save on studio and product photographers editing?

You save up to 96% of the time you currently spend editing. Studio and product photographers editing massive galleries often spend 3 hours at the computer for every 1 hour they spend shooting. If a typical full day shoot leaves you with 2,000 raw files, editing those manually takes days of exhausting work. Imagen processes those 2,000 files in about 15 minutes. You upload the catalog, select your AI Profile, and let the software handle the exposure, color correction, and contrast. It perfectly balances your subject against the background without any manual clicking. You get your completed catalog back incredibly fast. You then spend maybe an hour reviewing the files and tweaking a few sliders in Lightroom. Whether you process color files or use the AI Black and White Portrait Editor Tool, the time savings are massive. You don't have to sacrifice your evenings and weekends. You spend more time in the studio actually shooting and growing your business.

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