What program do i need to use these presets?
The presets are NOW AVAILABLE in both ACR and Lightroom format. Should you use both programs please request both formats at no extra charge.
How do i load them into ACR?
Please follow the instructions in the read me file that comes with your presets.
Will they work with Elements?
No. While it may be technically possible with advanced knowledge to modify them for elements, it is not recommended.
Can i edit Jpg files with these presets?
Yes, you can reconfigure your PS to open Jpg files in ACR, however due to in camera settings they will not give the same results.
The backlight presets are giving my photos a horribly oversaturated, blown look. What am i doing wrong?
The backlight set is designed specifically for backlit photos. These presets use a lot of fill light and funky colours to give you an arty finish. Some of the backlight presets will not work on portraits or front lit photos.
Do I need to do anything else, or just run a preset and have a finished product?
All the examples shown on this site are straight out of camera (sooc) with one chosen preset run over them, and no extra tweaking, except for sharpening and noiseware. It is possible to simply edit this way. Usually I polish my photos further by slightly adjusting the tabs in ACR after running a preset. Each photo is unique and requires some individual attention.
Why don’t my photos look exactly like yours after i run a preset?
Everybody sees the world and a subject individually. Give 5 photographers the same assignment and they will all come up with something completely different. You create your own vision in camera, the presets will help enhance this, but cannot change your composition, depth, focus or feeling. Presets are affected by your original exposure and colour settings in camera. If you don’t get the exact look you are after, but like the colours provided, tweak the other sliders in the basics tab to assist after running the preset.
These presets aren’t at all subtle, are they?
No they aren’t! They are bold, bright, saturated, arty. They won’t form a complete workflow for you, but they will give you a basis for turning chosen photos into something extra special. If you don’t like such vibrant colours and photo art, then these presets aren’t going to make you happy.
How do I buy them?
Click on the Paypal link, and pay the required amount for your chosen set / sets. Presets will be emailed out to you within 24 hours of payment usually much sooner. If you do not receive them in this time period please check your junk folder incase your computer inadvertently sent them there. Presets will be emailed out to the address specified in paypal.
Please note to the digital nature of these products, purchases are non refundable. Please do not distribute or share these products. Presets remain copyright of Dale Taylor Photography.