Create looks. Develop your style. Understand image editing.
You’ve taken a photo that’s “okay” – but not quite eye-catching? Then this book is just what you need.
In 20 hands-on workshops, you’ll learn how to transform everyday images into powerful, atmospheric photographs with just a few well-aimed steps. No technical overwhelm – just plenty of “aha” moments.
Each workshop takes you straight into the creative process with Luminar NEO: with clear tool instructions, precise values, and easy-to-follow explanations. You’ll learn how looks are created, how to control color and light intentionally – and how to develop your own visual style.
What makes this book special: It includes 30 image files for hands-on editing – perfectly matched to the workshops. This allows you to follow every step and try out your own variations right away.
This is not a theory manual, but an invitation to dive in. Whether portrait, landscape, or creative photo idea – all you need is the software and a bit of curiosity.
What awaits you in these workshops
From creative tilt-shift effects and dramatic portraits to experimental layer techniques – this book offers a broad range of looks and editing styles.
Each workshop is built around a specific visual concept and walks you through the steps to achieve it in Luminar NEO. It’s never just about effects – but always about visual language, style, and expression.
Let these 20 workshops inspire you:
1. Miniature Effect: how to turn a cityscape into a model world
2. Motion Blur: how to add flowing movement to your image
3. Adamski Effect: how to transform structure into dynamic
4. Dragan Effect: how to stage expressive portraits
5. Color Key: how to use selective color for impact
6. Double Exposure: how to create surprising visual worlds
7. Creative Reflection: how to build double realities
8. Infrared Look: how to combine magic and lightness
9. Paint Art Look: how to turn a photo into a painting
10. Overlay Effect: how to combine layers creatively
11. High-Contrast Black & White: how to create striking contrasts
12. Turn on the Light: how to add warmth to winter scenes
13. Fine Art Fantasy: how to create visual poetry
14. Pop Art Look: how to combine color and retro charm
15. Painting with Light: how to draw magical trails of light
16. Digital Triplets: how to create humorous multi-portraits
17. Gold Patina Portrait: how to develop a refined, textured image
18. From Grey to WOW: how to transform dull images
19. Composing Meets Poetry: how to blend creativity and emotion
20. B&W Fine Art: how to turn monochrome into a powerful statement