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Skylum Aperty Unveiled: A Portrait Powerhouse

Tired of spending hours perfecting portraits in post-processing? Wish you could be out capturing those magical moments (perhaps with the best Fujifilm lenses for portraits) and spend less time glued to your computer screen? Or catching up on that Netflix queue?
Skylum, the innovative minds behind the award-winning Luminar Neo, is here to answer your prayers! They're brewing up a portrait editing powerhouse, unlike anything you've seen before. A brand new app specifically designed for portrait pros (and aspiring pros, too!).

Introducing Skylum Aperty (get it? Aperture + Beauty?).

before and after Skylum Aperty beauty retouch with ease

This isn't just another run-of-the-mill filter app. Aperty harnesses the power of cutting-edge AI to automate tedious tasks like skin softening and eye enhancement, and it even adds a touch of virtual makeup magic. Think of it as having a personal editing assistant on steroids, working her wonders on your photos in record time.
Furthermore, Skylum is collaborating with renowned portrait photographer Julia Trotti to develop a software solution like no other.

Mark your calendars because the Aperty pre-order party starts June 25th, 2024! And there's more: Skylum is offering a special pre-order price, and the first 1,000 lucky photographers will snag a lifetime license – that's right, lifetime access to Aperty's game-changing features!
So, grab your copy now and spread the word – this pre-order deal is too good to miss!

Skylum Aperty new portrait retouching app from the makers of Luminar Neo

Skylum Aperty Features

So, what can Aperty do for you? Well, this little app is packed with superpowers:

  • Skin Toning: Say goodbye to uneven tones and redness! Aperty's smart AI can target specific areas for subtle adjustments, leaving your subject's skin looking naturally flawless. Plus, get ready to play makeup artist with virtual tools for blush, highlight, and contour – all while keeping it realistic.
  • Eye Enhancement: Red-eye? No problem! Aperty can banish those pesky red circles and even add a touch of sparkle with iris flare. Plus, you can fine-tune the eye shape for that perfect, captivating gaze.
  • Teeth Whitening: Make those pearly whites gleam with Aperty's advanced teeth-whitening features. No more awkward requests to “cheese” one more time – Aperty can take care of business in seconds.
  • Makeup Application: Feeling creative? Aperty lets you unleash your inner makeup artist with a range of customisable options. Want a classic smoky eye? A pop of colour? Aperty has you covered, no makeup brushes required!
  • Bokeh Effects: Create dreamy portraits with stunning depth-of-field effects. Aperty's bokeh feature lets you blur the background and put the spotlight on your subject, adding a touch of artistic flair.
  • Body Enhancement: Camera angles can be tricky sometimes. Aperty's body enhancement tools let you make subtle adjustments to posture and proportions, ensuring your portraits capture your subjects looking their absolute best.
  • Batch Editing Bonanza: Have a backlog of portraits waiting for your editing magic? Aperty saves the day with its batch editing feature. Group and edit multiple photos simultaneously, applying consistent changes across your entire collection – saving you even more precious time.
  • Generative AI As already seen in the first images available, Aperty will also harness its AI power to help you generate new backgrounds and more!

So many great features!

Portrait retouch app Skylum Aperty Luminar Neo

Why Choose Skylum Aperty?

Skylum understands the needs of busy portrait photographers, especially those in the wedding world where time is always of the essence. That's why they've designed Aperty with the following in mind:

  • High-Quality Results with an Easy-to-Use Interface: Aperty has been meticulously crafted with insights from professional photographers, ensuring exceptional quality and user-friendly operation. No complex menus or confusing tools here – just intuitive controls that let you achieve stunning results with ease.
  • Expert Collaboration: Skylum didn't go it alone. They partnered with renowned portrait photographer Julia Trotti to incorporate her expertise into the software's design. This collaboration guarantees top-notch results that meet the exacting standards of professional portraiture.
  • Retouching Automation: Stop wasting hours on repetitive tasks! Aperty's AI streamlines the editing workflow, automating routine face-retouching processes. This frees you up to focus on the creative aspects of your work, like capturing those fleeting moments of connection and emotion.
  • Time-Saving Technology: Aperty's advanced algorithms allow you to complete your editing tasks in a fraction of the time compared to traditional methods. This translates into more time for shooting, client communication, or simply catching up on some sleep.
before and after Skylum Aperty depth of field

Get Aperty Today!

Ready to ditch the editing grind and focus on what you love most – capturing stunning portraits? The Aperty early bird offer starts June 25th, 2024!
Head over to Skylum's website https://skylum.com/ to sign up for the waiting list (expected release in September 2024) and be among the first to experience this revolutionary new app.
Don't forget to share the news with your fellow photographers – the limited-time lifetime license offer won't last long.

P.S. While you're there, check out Skylum‘s award-winning Luminar Neo software – it's a game-changer for all your photo editing needs!

Skylum Aperty new portrait retouching app

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