Let’s get started.
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First, go to theCatalogtab at the top of the Luminar Neo console.
ChooseAdd Folderfor multiple images orAdd Imagefor a single image.
There are no surprises here.
The import feature works as expected.
This is accomplished by using the Luminar Share app that can be downloaded for free on bothAndroidandiOS.
In Luminar Share, press theScan QRoption.
Scan the QR codeon your desktop or laptop.
If successful, you’ll get aConnectedconfirmation on your phone.
Once connected, you’ll have three options.
Black-and-White Editing
Black-and-white processing is a popular choice for street photographers.
In Luminar Neo, it couldn’t be easier to edit your shots into stunning black-and-white images.
Here’s one fast and effective workflow that Luminar Neo users can use to edit black-and-white images.
Import your image into Luminar Neo.
UnderEssentials, selectBlack & White.
ClickConvert to B&W.
it’s possible for you to also adjust the sliders here to find the best look.
An optional but recommended step would be to start at the top of the Essentials menu and explore theDeveloptools.
Enhance AIis a fantastic tool to consider for most images.
It should be your first or second choice in your workflow after converting your image to black-and-white.
ConsiderErasefor any dust spots on your images.
Luminar Neo makes it easy to remove these as well as power lines.
Structure AIwill be a must for many street photographers.
Detailsis another essential that helps images pop.
Play with all three sliders (Small,Medium, andLarge Details) and also use theSharpenslider.
In the Professional module, it’s advisable to check out theSupercontrastsliders.
This really adds a finishing touch to make images pop.
Skip back up to Essentials and chooseVignette.
Color Editing
Now, let’s explore a quick and easy color editing workflow for street photography.
We’re only demonstrating a basic workflow that’s essential for color editing.
With the image loaded into Luminar Neo, go to theCrop AImenu.
Find the appropriate crop and pressEnter.
TheDevelopmodule isn’t optional for color images straight out of the camera.
Be sure to explore all the options to get a good starting point.
Enhance AIis always worth exploring for just about any kind of image.
Structure AIis another indispensable tool for many images.
TheColorsliders are the next logical choice for editing color images.
These are great tools that are also found in professional editors like Photoshop.
Once again, useDetailsto sharpen images and make them pop.
UseColor Harmony, also found in the Professional module, to fine-tune the color.
Last but not least, consider applying aVignetteonce more to emphasize your subject.
Let’s have a look at the before and after.
There is a selection of presets that comes with the program; they’re basically nice-looking filters.
