A Beginners Guide to Presets: What are they and how do they work?
In a world where everyone has a camera in their pocket, we're constantly snapping photos of the people and places that matter to us. But have you ever wondered how to make your smartphone pictures pop and look as stunning as the pros' shots? That's where mobile photography presets come in! In this blog post, we’re diving into what mobile photography presets are, and how you can use them, even if you're a complete beginner.
Edited with the Signature Collection, Classic New England Preset
What are Mobile Photography Presets?
Mobile photography presets are like filters or one-click image enhancements. They're pre-defined settings that can be applied to your photos to achieve a specific look and feel. Think of them as shortcuts to give any picture you take on your phone a professional touch, without the need for extensive editing skills. Whether you want a light, vibrant, moody, or minimalistic look, our presets are the key!
Why Should You Use Mobile Photography Presets?
The beauty of presets is that they instantly enhance any image taken no your phone! They simplify the photo editing process and you don't need to be an editing wizard or have any prior photography experience to use them. Presets ultimately save time, make your photos more appealing, and can help you maintain a consistent style across your photos.
How to Use NEP Presets with Adobe Lightroom
Adobe Lightroom is a powerful tool for both professional photographers and beginners alike. It's available for FREE on all mobile devices (aka your phone!), making it our go-to choice for editing on the go. When you purchase any New England Photog Presets we send you a super easy, step-by-step guide on how to import the presets into Lightroom and use them. Here’s a quick overview for anyone who is curious to see just how easy it is:
Download Adobe Lightroom: If you haven't already, download the Adobe Lightroom app from your device's app store. It's available for both iOS and Android.
Import Your Photo(s): Open the Lightroom app and import the photo(s) you want to edit. You can do this by clicking the "+” icon on the bottom-right corner.
Navigate to Presets: After selecting your photo, click on the "Presets" tab at the bottom of the screen. Remember, when you purchase any NEP Presets we give you quick and easy instructions on how to load them into Lightroom!
Browse and Choose a Preset: Choose from your collection of NEP Presets. Browse through the presets and select one that fits your vision for the photo. Hot tip: all of our presets have been named in a way that makes it really easy to know which preset might be best to apply to your image. For example, the NEP Harsh Sun Preset is best for those instances where there is really bright sun in your image or the NEP Interiors With People Preset is perfect for those indoor photos that also have people in them. Easy peasy!
Apply the Preset: Simply click on your chosen preset. You'll see your photo transform instantly to reflect the preset's style.
Adjust Settings (Optional): You can further fine-tune the edit if you want. Click on the "Edit" button to adjust settings such as exposure, contrast, saturation, and more. This is always fun to play around with but not necessary. Most of our presets are perfect as applied!
Save and Share: Once you're satisfied with your edited photo, click the checkmark icon to save it. You can then easily share your beautifully edited photo with friends and on social media.
Mobile photography presets are a fantastic way to enhance your photos and give them a professional look, without any prior experience in photo editing. With the free Adobe Lightroom app, you have a powerful tool at your fingertips to apply these presets and customize them to your liking. Whether you're capturing everyday moments, lifestyle pics or photos for your business, mobile presets can take your photography to the next level. So, go ahead and start exploring the NEP preset collections - you'll be amazed at the incredible transformations you can achieve with just a few taps!