These presets are...different.
Instead of correcting bad lighting or creating fake tones, these presets work with images that don't need anything crazy. You won't find muddy film edits here, just presets that enhance the images you worked so hard to get right in camera.
These presets are...different. Instead of correcting bad lighting or creating fake tones, these presets work with images that don't need anything crazy. You won't find muddy film edits here, just presets that enhance the images you worked so hard to get right in camera.
I've been a photographer since 2008, and over the years, I’ve relied on a mix of hand-editing and using other artists' actions and presets. Like most photographers, I've gone through phases where I loved my edits, and other times when I struggled to find the perfect balance between my style and staying on trend with industry shifts.
I've been a photographer since 2008, and over the years, I’ve relied on a mix of hand-editing and using other artists' actions and presets. Like most photographers, I've gone through phases where I loved my edits, and other times when I struggled to find the perfect balance between my style and staying on trend with industry shifts.
but when you purchase any Rachel Vanoven Preset Collection, you won't just receive a download link and a "Have at it!" email. You'll first be enrolled in a "course" inside my education website where you'll be able to watch a video from me on how to use the preset collection you've purchased! Once you've downloaded the presets, you'll also have access to the Collective Facebook group where you can share your edits, talk all things photography or tag me for any extra help you need!
but when you purchase any Rachel Vanoven Preset Collection, you won't just receive a download link and a "Have at it!" email. You'll first be enrolled in a "course" inside my education website where you'll be able to watch a video from me on how to use the preset collection you've purchased! Once you've downloaded the presets, you'll also have access to the Collective Facebook group where you can share your edits, talk all things photography or tag me for any extra help you need!
The Seasons Collection was the very first set I ever made! Most editing sets seemed to be a handful of six or seven completely different presets, changing the tone of the images drastically from one click to the next.
The light at the beginning of a 1.5 hour evening session is completely different from the light at the end. From open shade to filtered sunset and then the glow after the sun dips below the horizon...your white balance, contrast, tones and shadows are going to vary. Also, as the seasons change, so does the lighting at the exact same location...so these presets aim to create vibrant, true to life tones that make consistent, beautiful editing as easy as one click!
The light at the beginning of an evening session is completely different from the light at the end. From open shade to filtered sunset and then the glow after the sun dips below the horizon...your white balance, contrast, tones and shadows are going to vary.
Also, as the seasons change, so does the lighting at the exact same location...so these presets aim to create vibrant, true to life tones that make consistent, beautiful editing as easy as one click!
The Black and White Collection was such a fun one to work on! How I do my black and whites is detailed in the editing video that's included with your preset purchase, but in short; these are meant to be ran over your fully edited color images!
From bright whites and contrasted monotone conversions, to muted and soft black and whites that evoke a nostalgic 1950's vibe, this set of nine presets covers all the b&w basics.
The Black and White Collection was such a fun one to work on! How I do my black and whites is detailed in the editing video that's included with your preset purchase, but in short; these are meant to be ran over your fully edited color images!
From bright whites and contrasted monotone conversions, to muted and soft black and whites that evoke a nostalgic 1950's vibe, this set of nine presets covers all the b&w basics.
After realizing that the outdoor presets not only worked, but genuinely helped photographers enhance their images without dulling their tones or diminishing the lighting they’d worked hard to achieve, I decided to test the presets I had created for my own studio work to see if they would translate to others' images...and they did.
That’s when the OG Studio Collection was born. This collection includes presets specifically designed to work with LED light walls, natural window light, and studio lighting, helping you achieve vibrant, cohesive galleries no matter your light source.
After realizing that the outdoor presets not only worked, but genuinely helped photographers enhance their images without dulling their tones or light they’d worked hard to achieve, I decided to test my own studio presets to see if they would translate to others' images...and they did.
That’s when the OG Studio Collection was born. This collection includes presets specifically designed to work with LED light walls, natural window light, and studio lighting, helping you achieve vibrant, cohesive galleries no matter your light source.
The newest collection to join the preset family -- the set I made after my annual trips out to Arizona and California for my travel session clients! Like the Seasons Collection, I realized that the light not only varies here in Indiana from May - October, but the lighting, tones, color and contrast all vary depending on the geography around me.
This set includes presets made from a desert family session in Phoenix and the wine country mini sessions shot at an orchard and vineyard in Temecula! The warm tones and classic vibes in these presets play nice with some of my Indiana sessions as well!
The newest collection to join the preset family -- the set I made after my annual trips out to Arizona and California! I realized that the light not only varies here in Indiana from May - October, but the lighting, tones, color and contrast all vary depending on the geography around me.
This set includes presets made from a desert family session in Phoenix and the wine country mini sessions shot at an orchard and vineyard in Temecula! The warm tones and classic vibes in these presets play nice with some of my Indiana sessions as well!
They’re perfect for photographers who understand lighting—whether you’re shooting outside in bright sun or soft clouds, using studio lighting, or working with natural light from a window or LED lights.
These presets will take the colors and tones already present in your photos and elevate them, resulting in rich, vibrant hues that will keep your work feeling timeless for years to come.
I’ve created plenty of resources to help you along the way—so you can use these presets with confidence as you refine your skills.
I made the presets to be compatible with Canon, Nikon + Sony profiles, although some models caused white balance issues. So I made a secondary set for anyone with those models -- those can be found directly under the original set.
I made the presets to be compatible with Canon, Nikon + Sony profiles, although some models caused white balance issues. So I made a secondary set for anyone with those models -- those can be found directly under the original set.
Due to the digital nature of the presets, refunds are not available. The presets are non-lighting corrective...meaning these will work beautifully as long as your subject is lit correctly and your background isn't blown out. Feel free to email me to get input why these presets may not be working for you!
Due to the digital nature of the presets, refunds are not available. The presets are non-lighting corrective...meaning these will work beautifully as long as your subject is lit correctly and your background isn't blown out. Feel free to email me to get input why these presets may not be working for you!
ACR users:
Select Import Profiles & Presets.
Select the .zip file(s) containing the presets.
Select Open to import.
ACR users:
Select Import Profiles & Presets.
Select the .zip file(s) containing the presets.
Select Open to import.
Lightroom Users:
Select File > Import Profiles & Presets
Find the presets you want to import
Select the presets and click Import
Lightroom Users:
Select File > Import Profiles & Presets
Find the presets you want to import
Select the presets and click Import
There are a few ways you can get help! You can always email hello@rachelvanoven.com and will usually get a response by the next business day. Joining the Collective Facebook group and posting your issue also is a way to get quick input from others, along with the ability to tag me personally there! And on every preset download page, you can leave a comment with your issue as well!
There are a few ways you can get help! You can always use the contact tab below and will usually get a response by the next business day. Joining the Collective Facebook group and posting your issue also is a way to get quick input from others, along with the ability to tag me personally there! And on every preset download page, you can leave a comment with your issue as well!
Rachel specializes in finding the best light possible to photograph families, babies and every age in between along with teaching other photographers how they can simplify their business and love what they do.
Rachel specializes in finding the best light possible to photograph families, babies and every age in between along with teaching other photographers how they can simplify their business and love what they do.