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Luminar AI Evolutionary Photo Editor
Let’s face it, not every brilliant photographer, is a brilliant “Photoshop” editing whiz kid too.
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Finally, December the 15th 2020 we see the launch of the new Luminar AI. And I’ve only just installed my updated version as I write.
So what’s new? Good and Bad? you must be thinking – read on to find out more…
Luminar AI - Professional Photo Editing Assistant
Luminar AI - First Public Release
Luminar AI First Impressions
Now what is overall impressive about Luminar AI as an intelligent photo-editing assistant, start with its clean and simple to navigate interface, which is ideal for the busy professional photographer avoiding overwhelming software solutions.
Using Luminar AI’s intuitively organised Toolsets, each arranged in order of relevance. Anyone can immediately start editing photos with no experience of ever having used Luminar AI before.
New users might find that Luminar AI lacks the level of user control necessary with other photo editors. But don’t be fooled, the familiar editing methods and tools are still available, it’s just that Luminar AI prioritises simplicity.
And therefore we have features such as Templates, which, by first analysing your photo and then providing the most optimised editing suggestions, is perhaps the fastest photo enhancing tool available. Where you still always have access and control of how you image looks. Which why some Luminar 4 users may not see a need for upgrading.
Is a Luminar AI upgrade worth it?
In spite not having any issues with Luminar 4, you may feel that upgrading to Luminar AI may not be worth it. Well, the first thing you should know is that Luminar AI is a newly built photo-editing app that employs a simplified approach to photo editing.
You can’t always tell which photos have been ‘kissed’ by Luminar AI. But you’ll know when you have a great looking photo when you ‘feel’ the results…
Luminar AI Focuses on Results First.
Yes, Luminar can almost sound like some kind of marketing tool that focuses on results above everything else. However, let’s face it, not every brilliant photographer, is a brilliant “Photoshop” whiz kid too.
Which is why it’s a relief to be able to say that Luminar Templates is hands-down one of the most simple and innovative set of editing tools most recently developed for photo artists and photographers I have seen yet.
If you are a busy professional photographer you will inevitably value all the time you have available for each project. So where you can save time on the somewhat superfluous tasks all the better.
Which Features to Watch For?
Templates set the precedence for an entirely new way of editing professional photos without the technical preparatory work. This is where AI really kicks into gear by providing the less “Photoshop” savvy photographer with a quick and simple editing solution. Seriously, it makes a lot of sense especially if you are a professional photographer that often hires photo editing and retouching skills.
Portrait Tools in our opinion, provides a toolset that every portrait photographer will love and appreciate, especially where editing people comes into the fray.
Body AI
Accentuate figures with realistic and stunning effect with Body AI. Make bodies appear lighter or add weight where needed.
Iris AI
Really explore and bring out the beauty of eyes. Edit without stumbling through intricate masking and layers.
Face AI
Effortlessly remove unwanted dark circles, enhance lips, teeth, and generally improve faces naturally.
Skin AI
Effortlessly remove blemishes while preserving pores, texture and hair.
Accent AI
With a single “magic” slider achieve natural lighting and life-like colour…
Bokeh AI
Let your subject stand out and emulate the stunning background haziness of a high-quality lens…
Atmosphere AI is one the most technically complex feature found with the debut version of Luminar AI. It allows users to quickly add realistic atmospheric effects with 3D depth.
“ Create a magical mood without masks and layers…”
Composition AI cropping can be an art, and it’s one you’ll not need to worry about. With the expertise of the world’s best photographers, allow Composition AI to help apply the golden rules of composition with you… (read more)
Sky Replacement and Augmented Sky Luminar 4 users will be familiar with these two awesome and widely welcomed features. Replacing sky backgrounds in photos can easily be achieved without worrying about masks, layers and editing fiddly details.
As an existing user and early-adopter, if you haven’t already checked your Skylum account for upgrading options. You should log into your account and see if your download is available. For all other parties and the general public, Luminar AI will be available as from the December 15th 2020.
Luminar AI System Requirements
macOS
Mac:
MacBook, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, iMac Pro, Mac Pro, Mac mini, early 2010 or newer
Processor
CPU Intel® Core™ i5 or better
OS version
macOS 10.13.6 or higher.
RAM
Memory 8 GB RAM or more (16+ GB RAM is recommended)
Disk space
Hard disk 10 GB free space; SSD for best performance
Display
1280×768 size or better
Windows
Hardware
Windows-based hardware PC with mouse or similar input device
Processor
CPU Intel® Core™ i5 or better, AMD Ryzen™ 5 or better
OS version
10 (only 64-bit OS).
RAM
Memory 8 GB RAM or more (16+ GB RAM is recommended)
Disk space
Hard disk 10 GB free space; SSD for best performance
Display
1280×768 size or better
Graphics
Open GL 3.3 or later compatible graphics card
* Existing users apply to individuals who have purchased Luminar 4.
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