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Retouch App for Portraits

Sports and school photographers don't spend hours on edits. Imagen delivers consistent crops and color across thousands of subjects in minutes.

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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.

Fast morning delivery

Beat your strict deadlines

Edit 1,000 action shots in minutes. You'll get your mornings back while our retouch app handles the heavy work. You deliver the final team photos before the weekend ends.

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Perfect brand match

Keep every crop consistent

Match color, exposure, and crops across 5,000 individual portraits. Whether you send 1 shooter or 10, Imagen keeps every headshot consistent. You're always in control of the results.

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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 sports and school photographers editing?

Sports and school photographers editing focuses on processing massive volumes of images with total consistency. When you photograph a high school football team, you deal with thousands of photos from a single day. You capture the fast-paced action on the field and the traditional individual athlete headshots. This specific type of editing requires balancing perfect skin tones for a portrait with crisp details for an action shot. You need to deliver these galleries fast because parents and schools expect rapid turnarounds. It's no secret doing this manually takes hours or days. We built Imagen to handle this heavy lifting so you get your weekends back. Our software learns your exact style by analyzing your previous edits. It applies your unique look to every single photo in a catalog. You stay completely in control of the final result. Using a smart retouch app means you spend less time moving sliders and more time booking new clients. You cut your post-production time by up to 96%, which drastically increases your hourly profit. You simply review the results and make any final tweaks before exporting.

How does a retouch app handle batch editing for a large team?

A dedicated retouch app processes thousands of photos simultaneously while treating each image as an individual file. When you photograph a large track team, the lighting changes constantly across the pool deck. Manual batch editing forces you to copy and paste settings that only look good on a few photos. Imagen analyzes the specific lighting and exposure of every single action shot and adjusts the sliders accordingly. It understands the difference between an indoor gym and an outdoor field. You simply upload your Lightroom catalog and let the software run in the background. The AI applies your Personal AI Profile to correct exposure, white balance, and color grading across the entire gallery. You get consistent results whether you shoot an individual athlete portrait or a wide group photo. Processing 1,000 images takes just minutes instead of hours. That's why a dedicated tool gives you the freedom to focus on growing your business or taking a much-needed break. You're always in control of the final sliders because you're the artist.

Can the AI match my specific editing style for an athlete portrait?

Yes, the software learns your exact editing style by analyzing your previously edited Lightroom catalogs. We know every photographer has a unique look for their athlete photos. You might prefer bright and airy colors for a spring baseball team or a gritty and high-contrast vibe for a football portrait. You feed the system at least 3,000 of your past edits to build a Personal AI Profile. The AI studies how you tweak exposure, contrast, and color balance for different lighting situations. When you upload a new gallery, the retouch app applies your specific adjustments just like you'd do it yourself. It adapts to the changing light of a fast-paced action sequence smoothly. You don't have to settle for generic presets that make your work look like everyone else. The tool mimics your creative decisions so accurately that your clients won't know you used an assistant. You get your signature look applied to thousands of images in a fraction of the time.

How is this different from applying presets to an action shot?

A traditional preset applies the exact same values to every single photo regardless of the lighting conditions. If you apply a preset to an action shot taken in the bright sun, it looks completely different than the same preset applied to an indoor basketball photo. You inevitably spend hours tweaking the sliders on every image to fix the exposure and white balance. Imagen works differently by making intelligent decisions for each individual frame. The software analyzes the actual content of the photo before making adjustments. It recognizes the skin tones in an athlete portrait and the shadows in a wide team photo. The AI adjusts the parameters dynamically to ensure a consistent look across the entire gallery. Think of it as having a highly trained assistant who knows exactly how you edit. Using a smart retouch app eliminates the tedious process of fixing preset errors. You cut your editing time drastically and deliver perfectly balanced galleries to your schools and sports leagues much faster.

Does the software work with my camera RAW files?

The software works smoothly with all major camera RAW formats through your existing Lightroom Classic workflow. You don't need to convert your files or change how you import your photos. You simply shoot your team photos in RAW to capture the maximum amount of detail and dynamic range. When you get back to your computer, you import the RAW files into Lightroom just like you always do. Imagen reads the data directly from your catalog. It processes the heavy RAW files in the cloud without slowing down your local machine. This is essential when you have 2,000 photos from a weekend sports tournament. The AI applies your custom edits to the RAW data, preserving the high quality needed for a crisp athlete print or a dramatic action poster. You get the full flexibility of RAW editing combined with the speed of an automated retouch app. You open your catalog to find every portrait perfectly adjusted and ready for your final review.

How does using an AI tool affect my gallery turnaround time?

Using an AI tool drastically reduces your gallery turnaround time from weeks to mere days or even hours. Parents and schools expect fast deliveries, especially right after a major team victory or a picture day. When you manually edit a volume job, you easily spend 15 hours stuck at your desk. Imagen processes those same 1,000 images in under 10 minutes. You upload your catalog, grab a cup of coffee, and download the completed edits. This massive reduction in post-production time allows you to deliver galleries while the excitement of the game is still fresh. Faster delivery times lead to happier clients and increased print sales for every athlete. You can confidently promise quick turnarounds to schools without sacrificing the quality of your work. Integrating a reliable retouch app into your workflow frees up your schedule. You gain the capacity to book more jobs, photograph more action events, and shoot more portrait sessions without burning out.

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

You never lose control over the final look of your photos because you're the lead artist in your business. We view AI as a powerful tool to handle the repetitive tasks, not a replacement for your creative eye. After the software processes your team gallery, you review the edits directly in Lightroom Classic. The sliders remain completely adjustable. If you want to warm up a specific portrait or add more contrast to a dramatic action sequence, you simply make the change. The software actually learns from these final tweaks to improve your Personal AI Profile for future jobs. Using a modern retouch app gives you a massive head start on your post-production. It gets you 90% of the way to the finish line instantly. You spend your valuable time making those final artistic decisions that make each athlete look their absolute best. You deliver a gallery that is 100% your style without the exhausting manual labor.

What happens if I shoot in a poorly lit high school gym?

The software intelligently handles difficult lighting conditions by analyzing the specific exposure needs of every single frame. We know high school gyms are notorious for flickering lights and terrible color casts. When you photograph indoor action, the lighting changes from one end of the court to the other. Manual editing requires you to constantly adjust the white balance for almost every shot. Imagen evaluates the unique lighting scenario in each photo and makes dynamic adjustments to correct the exposure and color. It easily balances the harsh fluorescent lights to create natural skin tones for a fast-paced athlete. If you shoot a team photo under mixed lighting, the AI applies your specific editing style to neutralize the ugly color casts. Relying on a smart retouch app keeps your galleries look consistent even when the shooting conditions are terrible. You get clean and professional results for every portrait without spending hours fixing bad gym lighting.

Can the software crop and straighten my sports images automatically?

Yes, the software includes advanced tools to automatically crop and straighten your images based on your specific preferences. Keeping the horizon straight is incredibly difficult when you track fast action on a soccer field. You often end up with tilted photos that require tedious manual correction. Imagen analyzes the composition of every single photo to find the natural horizon line and straightens it perfectly. It also crops the image to keep the main athlete centered and removes distracting elements from the edges of the frame. You set your cropping rules once, and the system applies them consistently across the entire gallery. This is especially helpful for a high-volume team picture day where uniform framing is critical. Using a complete retouch app eliminates the need to manually adjust the crop tool 2,000 times. You deliver perfectly framed galleries that make every portrait look professional and polished.

Do I need to buy expensive computer hardware to use this tool?

You don't need to upgrade your computer hardware because the heavy processing happens entirely in the cloud. Editing massive volume jobs locally often causes older computers to freeze or crash. When you have 3,000 photos from a weekend tournament featuring every team in the league, your computer struggles to render the previews. Imagen solves this problem by using cloud servers to analyze and edit your photos. You simply upload your lightweight Lightroom catalog file, which takes only a few seconds. The software processes the complex edits, including every action shot and individual portrait, on our servers. You can continue using your computer for other tasks while the retouch app works in the background. Once the editing is complete, you download the updated catalog file and sync it with your local RAW files. This process saves you thousands of dollars on computer upgrades while allowing you to deliver stunning galleries to every athlete quickly.

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