Lightroom Presets Explained

In the interest of speed, efficiency and consistency were born the Lightroom presets. A tool that has been rolled over and repeated in different ways across different photo editors.

Photoshop has its actions, Luminar has its LUTs and Looks but Lightroom is where presets really started shaping the one-click editing generation.

What is a Lightroom Preset?

Presets are by definition a pre-defined adjustment that can be applied to any photography to give a consistent adjustment.

Now let’s clear things up – presets aren’t always a one-click solution despite the intention. Many photographers use presets to get 90% closer to their desired effect but still need to make refinements image to image.

Where Can I get Lightroom Presets?

Lightroom presets can be found all over the internet, some as weak as a baby kitten that does nothing visible for your photos. Others are like a volcano of over-adjustments. Fortunately for you, you’ve landed in the perfect spot in between.

iPhotography has 4 amazing collections of Lightroom presets available for you to buy.

1. Cityscapes & Landscapes Presets

This urban collection of 20 Lightroom presets, compatible with Lightroom CC and earlier versions will give your cityscapes the gritty kick it needs.

The perfect preset pack for landscape lovers. Whether you’re looking to bring out the blue tones, add an industrial twist or show a longing for summer lovin’, this preset pack covers it all! No road trip is complete without iPhotography’s Landscape & Cityscape preset pack.

2. Black & White Presets

Take a leap into the incredible world of black and white editing with 20 bonus monotone presets too!

A well-rounded preset pack suited to all photography styles. iPhotography’s Black & White preset pack can transform your photographs into monochrome masterpieces.

3. People & Portraits Presets

Give your portraits that extra boost with our People & Portraits pack of 20 presets. Ideal for developing your own style of wedding photographs, giving your fashion shots some edge or simply taking your family photographs to the next level. Ideal for beginners and professionals alike.

4. Film-Like & Fun Effects Presets

If you’re looking to get quirky with your edits or achieve a retro-style image then this preset pack is the answer you’ve been searching for! Covering everything from vintage filters to vivid colours that pop and even one-click colour splashes.

iPhotography’s Film-like & Fun 20 preset pack will not only improve your images, but it will also save you time!

How Do I Use Lightroom Presets?

We’re so glad you asked! We’ve actually made a little video so you can see our iPhotography Lightroom presets in action.

Lightroom Presets: Summary

If you’re looking to get started with Lightroom and put those new presets to good use, we offer an amazing Lightroom training course. Designed for beginners and taught by Lightroom expert –Emily Lowrey.

This step-by-step training course will take you through all the essential buttons and sliders. You’ll learn how to import your photos, make basic and advanced adjustments and so much more.

Click to find out more about our amazing Lightroom training course.