Discover the presets taking the photography industry by storm.
Not
just
another
fine-art preset
01 / luminous, clean skin
02 / perfectly filmy greens
03 / rich shadows and high dynamic range
A revolutionary new approach to fine-art editing
Presets developed to withstand the full spectrum of difficult lighting conditions photographers face while on-location, allowing you to achieve perfect skin tones at a record pace.
Truth be told, we developed this editing system out of frustration and necessity; a solution to all the others that fell short
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And in the process, we found a new way to approach editing. A method built for speed and accuracy. An editing solution that removes your uncertainty with presets and profiles that get you closer, faster.
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Let me tell you a little secret...
Here's the thing
I used to be a private editor for some of the top photographers & preset producers in our industry. I've had my hands on every fine-art preset on the market. They all claim to fix your problems, to work for every photographer and for every aesthetic.
Even the top photographers & preset producers were hardly using the presets they sold outside of perfect golden lighting conditions! They were relying on 4-5 preset brands to get the job done.
03 / 06
A single preset, no matter how great, cannot fix your entire editing workflow.
here's What we learned
As I developed these presets, I began to collect data on adjustments based on lighting conditions, in hopes that trends would emerge. At the time I was editing nearly 200 weddings a year, so we have spreadsheets of data that would make your eyes cross.
04 / 06
A preset's success is contingent upon circumstantial lighting.
and research showed
So what if we could create a well-rounded system that performs best in the lighting conditions we face throughout a full day of shooting.
We completely redefined how photographers use presets. We developed a solution — an innovative technique built for accuracy and efficiency. One that gives you the confidence on where to start, cutting your editing time by over 80%! Once we realized, we did some serious industry research.
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These presets crushed the competition in accuracy and efficiency - every time.
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The majority of photographers we sampled spend at least 80% of their post-production workflow SEARCHING for the right preset. Applying an average of 4-5 different presets to test which one performs best as a jumping-off point. This is where your editing time is wasted.
We tested them with photographers and pro editors across the country, in every imaginable lighting condition and landscape. And Situational Lighting Presets outperformed where every other major preset producer fell short.
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we have your solution
Feeling stuck in a white balance hamster wheel, aimlessly pulling sliders for hours to achieve your desired look?
We have systems in every other part of our business... so why don't we use them in the most daunting portion of our workflow?
01 / apply the preset
02 / Layer with intensity slider adjustments
03 / Fine-tune using profile as undertone
a game-changing editing system that seamlessly combines:
Editing, Simplified.
pre-mixed recipes crafted to perform for specific lighting conditions, using datasets from hundreds of real sessions
A simple, structured methodology to take the uncertainty out of where to start, facilitating more efficient editing, and closer refinement
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a process that alleviates the guesswork, eliminates 80% of your wasted time, and builds your editing confidence so you can achieve closer edits - faster.
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Desktop Presets & Profiles
Not JUST another fine-art preset… they’re a game-changing editing toolkit developed to handle the most difficult lighting scenarios you’ll face throughout a wedding day.
• 18 Pre-Mixed Preset Recipes
• 9 Undertone Profiles
• Intensity-Slider Capabilities
• Access To Our Editing Community
• Sample Edits Available
Situational Lighting Presets
Preset & Profile expanded breakdown
Will these presets work for my editing style?
One of our top FAQs: Will these work for MY style. We like to think of film emulation as a spectrum vs. it's on style. We've curated galleries below based on 4 popular styles within that spectrum to help you envision how these presets perform on your desired aesthetic.
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Preview Sample Galleries Based On Your Editing Style:
02 / soft & Airy
01 / Elevated & Understated
03 / Classic & Rich
04 / Sun-Drenched & luminous
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...and they outperformed the
we tested these presets on hundreds of sessions
Studies show that the majority of photographers we sampled spend at least 80% of their post-production workflow SEARCHING for the right preset. Applying an average of 4-5 different presets to test which one performs best as a jumping-off point. This is where your editing time is wasted.
We developed Situational Lighting Presets to outperform where every other major preset producer fell short. Tested by photographers across the country, in every imaginable lighting condition and landscape. And they crushed the competition - every time.
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competition
Ever wonder why you don't see side-by-side edited film on the other preset production websites? Because a lot of those presets don't come close - especially with a 1-click edit. Even though a true 100% film match is unattainable, we know these presets will meet. your expectations... and fast. See for yourself below...
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Your Burning Question...
How Do They Stack Up Against Film Scans?
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Apply the preset based on the lighting conditions in the photo. If it's spotty, 2pm light, use First Look.
If you're stuck with tricky indoor light, apply Bridal Suite. If you're outside in even light, Open Shade will be your go-to.
Unlike anything on the market, these layered adjustment presets were built to precisely emulate Fuji and Portra greens & skin tones.
This means you eliminate 9-12 HSL adjustment clicks for every 1 slider adjustment.
Once Situational Lighting Intensity Preset Adjustments have been layered on the left pane, move to the right pane and make standard adjustments. To refine your image finish the edit by sliding the Profile Intensity Slider to increase or decrease the final image.
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Mandy Ford
Industry-leading Private Editor & Founder of situational lighting presets
For nearly a decade, Mandy has worked as an industry-leading private editor, serving many of the top photographers in the industry.
Mandy utilized her significant editing experience to develop a post-processing solution that helps photographers achieve efficient, accurate, cohesive edits - Situational Lighting Presets.
These presets have been tested on hundreds of weddings, by photographers across the country. Ours prevail every single time. No one has invested in research & development the way we have - and we have the spreadsheets to prove it.
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Now achievable with situational lighting presets. Throw out every preset you own. This entirely new approach to editing will get you closer, faster...
We've been extensively field testing this method for years, and we've finally cracked the code. Tested by top photographers in the industry on REAL lighting scenarios they've faced throughout the day.
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9 Profiles | 18 Presets
Base Preset
Created for sun-drenched beach images on Coronado Beach, we found this recipe works well on many lighting conditions. If you love vibrant, bright, clean, and colorful, this is the go-to preset for you. We use this in any lighting condition where you just can't quite define the lighting conditions. A combination of Coronado Filtered Light Profile Undertone + a few basic adjustments).
East Coast Classic Profile
Created to neutralize the toughest of greens. Our 2 East Coast Classic presets are made for the more classic, true to life light and airy photographer. These presets handle soft skin tones while maintaining rich depth in the shadows. The perfect preset for any hot, grassy ceremony site.
Tahoe Sunrise
Created to handle the blue-spruce undertones of pines, and blue hazy mountains in the distance. This has a slight magenta undertone to counterbalance wooded images, and performs best in low, even lighting conditions.
Bridal Suite Preset
Handles difficult mixed lighting scenarios beautifully. Use it in the bridal suite, the groom's room, on details, and anywhere you need your interior images to shine. We planned for this preset to be a "fix" but found it's a well rounded starting point for anything indoors where you need to re-introduce exposure while maintaining dimension.
Black And White Preset
Classic and effortless, this black and white preset has been honed in to perfection over the course of seven years. It's the last black and white preset we'll ever use, and we have a hunch you might feel the same as well.
Base Preset // Black and White // Bridal Suite // Bright Backlit // East Coast Classic Bright // East Coast Classic Sunset // First Look // Golden Hour // Just After Sunset // Open Shade // Tahoe // Adjustment Preset: Clean & Crisp // Adjustment Preset: Greens Fuji (Minty) // Adjustment Preset: Greens Portra (Warm) // Adjustment Preset: Medium Format Grain // Adjustment Preset: Tone Down Skin // Adjustment Preset: Tone Down Greens & Skin // BONUS: Direct Flash Reception Preset
Coronado (a fine-art profile without blue film undertone) // Coronado Blue Shadows (added blue undertone) // Coronado Filtered Light (a medium blue shadow undertone closest to film scans) // Coronado Golden Light // East Coast Greens // East Coast Greens 2 // Even Light | Green Grass // Harsh Sun // Tahoe
Included Presets
Included Profiles
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Browse our most popular Presets & Profiles, view examples of presets used in various lighting conditions, plus view the entire lineup - all included within your purchase.
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If you lost your presets, first try logging into your account to claim your download. If you cannot access your account, please email support@mandyford.com with the name and email. you purchased your presets under, and our team can help you locate your copy. Please note: We only guarantee a copy of your presets for 30 days. It is your responsibility to download and keep your presets in a safe spot. We recommend a cloud-based service and an external hard drive.
I lost my presets, can I get another copy?
In order for all features to be utilized at their highest efficiency, the Mandy Ford Situational Lighting Presets are only compatible with Lightroom Classic Desktop 12.0.1 Release or later, and ACR 15.0 or later. At this time, is not recommended to use these presets with Lightroom Mobile or Lightroom (Cloud-Based Desktop App)
Compatibility
In the past, we had to choose between whether we wanted to edit with preset or profile bases. The Situational Lighting Presets are pre-mixed recipes with both a jumping off point preset, and an underlying base preset, and the full suite includes adjustment intensity slider presets to make editing even more efficient.
Presets Vs. Profiles?
We've tested these on hundreds of thousands of images over the last 7 years, and have found they are compatible for every brand (even jpg film scans!). What changes from camera to camera? Grain - The size of the megapixel that your camera provides may make grain appear larger if you are on an older DSLR. White Balance - Our presets are auto-white balanced, so if you are on a newer, high-performing white balance camera such as Sony A9, you might prefer the camera's white balance over this preset. We have a simple, one-time fix for this if it's too distracting for your workflow.
What Camera Is Best?
Our presets work best on shots that have been properly exposed, or just a smidge underexposed. Though, they handle underexposure like a champ!
How Do I Expose?
A link to this product & installation instructions will be automatically generated once your payment is processed. Due to the nature of digital products, no refunds can be given on purchases of presets and digital assets. This product is non-refundable. If you wish to utilize our testing service, you may do so by completing the form here. Edits are shared every 2 weeks in our Private Community Facebook Group: Mandy Ford Editing Community. Our presets have been extensively tested, and we stand behind their ability to perform in virtually any lighting condition. If you are unhappy with the performance of the presets, we suggest watching our tutorials to showcase how to best utilize the toolkit. Our team is here to help.
Refund Policy
YES! You can join our Mandy Ford Editing Community Facebook Group where we test images every 1-2 weeks.
You can submit your images using this link here, and we'll share them within the Facebook group on a screen recorded video. We'll do a live walkthrough of the edit so you can see which preset we used and how efficiently we were able to achieve the look! Don't forget to join the group after you submit your RAW images!
Can I test your preset before I purchase?
You can become an affiliate and earn money from referral codes on these presets. If you wish to become an affiliate, you can apply here. Our affiliate candidates must uphold the Mandy Ford Co. Brand Values and maintain compliance with our brand values.
I love your presets, how can I become an affiliate?
Learn everything there is to know about these presets below. Don't see the answer you're looking for? Email us at support@mandyford.com / Subject Line: Preset Help and our team will reach out to you within 72 hours.
