Workflows in Radiant Photo 2 are a cornerstone feature, designed to simplify and elevate the editing process for photographers by aligning tools and settings to specific genres of photography. More than just a collection of presets, workflows are intelligent systems built on advanced AI training and scene detection. Here’s an in-depth explanation of how they work and why they matter.
What Are Workflows?
Workflows are comprehensive editing pathways tailored to specific types of photography. They combine:
- Scene Detection: AI recognizes the subject, lighting conditions, and overall environment of your image. This ensures each photo receives an accurate starting point.
- Custom Developed Settings: These go beyond basic sliders to provide targeted adjustments for exposure, color, tone, and more.
- LUTs (Look-Up Tables): Predefined color grading profiles that help achieve specific aesthetic goals while maintaining flexibility.
- User Preferences: You can fine-tune settings to suit your style and save them for future use, allowing Radiant Photo 2 to adapt to your unique workflow.
Key Features of Workflows
1. Scene-Based Precision
Radiant Photo 2’s workflows are tied directly to its enhanced scene detection system. For example:
- In the landscape workflow, the AI can differentiate between a cityscape at night and a landscape during golden hour.
- In the portrait workflow, it detects the number of subjects, their skin tones, and whether the lighting is natural or artificial.
This precision allows the software to apply edits intelligently, adapting settings like exposure and color balance to the specific needs of each image.
2. Genre-Specific Customization
Each workflow is designed for a particular genre of photography. Here’s a breakdown:
- Portrait Workflow:
- Focuses on skin tone corrections, color cast removal, and retouching.
- Includes adjustments for shine reduction, outdoor lighting, and even group shots.
- Specialized tools like the “Face Light” slider enhance facial features naturally.
- Landscape Workflow:
- Tailored to outdoor photography, from cityscapes to waterfalls.
- Provides specific settings for different times of day, such as astrophotography or blue hour.
- Includes fine-tuned contrast and color grading to match natural scenes.
- Birds Workflow:
- Recognizes diverse species and environments (e.g., backlit skies vs. dense forests).
- Offers over 900 develop settings for detailed adjustments in sharpness, color grading, and tone.
- Pets Workflow:
- Handles the unique challenges of pet photography, from fur textures to lighting conditions.
- Includes develop settinghs to enhance details while preserving natural textures and colors.
3. Intelligent Starting Points
Workflows don’t lock you into a single editing path. Instead, they offer multiple suggestions based on scene detection:
- For a landscape photo, the workflow might recommend options like “Subtle,” “Pro,” or “Vivid.”
- For a portrait, you could start with presets tuned for outdoor or studio lighting.
These starting points save time and provide a strong foundation for further adjustments.
4. Non-Destructive and Adaptive
Edits within a workflow are non-destructive, meaning the original image remains untouched. Additionally:
- Smart Adjustments: Tools like sliders for exposure or contrast are adaptive. For example, a “100%” adjustment will look different depending on the image, as the AI tailors the intensity.
- Sidecar Files: Edits are stored in lightweight
.radiantsidecar files, ensuring you can revisit and tweak your work without starting over.
How Workflows Save Time
Batch Processing
With workflows, you can apply scene-specific edits to multiple images at once, ideal for photographers managing large collections.
Customizable Defaults
You can save your preferred settings within a workflow. For instance:
- If you always start landscape edits with “Finish,” Radiant Photo 2 will remember and apply this automatically.
Why Workflows Are Better Than Presets
While presets are static adjustments that apply the same changes to every image, workflows are dynamic:
- They analyze each image and adapt the edits accordingly.
- They ensure edits harmonize with the specific scene, avoiding overcorrection or underperformance.
- They offer flexibility for customization and refinement, making them much more versatile than presets.
Empowering Creativity
Radiant Photo 2 workflows are designed to be tools for collaboration. The software provides intelligent recommendations, but you remain in control. By using these workflows, photographers can:
- Save time on repetitive tasks.
- Achieve consistent results across large projects.
- Focus on creative expression rather than technical adjustments.
Conclusion
Workflows in Radiant Photo 2 are more than an editing feature—they’re a paradigm shift in how photographers interact with their tools. By combining intelligent scene detection, adaptive settings, and user customization, workflows empower you to create stunning, polished images effortlessly. Whether you’re shooting portraits, landscapes, birds, or pets, there’s a workflow designed specifically for you.
Pricing Details
- Radiant Photo Core is included in the base purchase of Radiant Photo 2
- Additional workflows may be purchased individually based on your specific needs
- Each workflow has its own serial number and is to be used with one licensed copy of Radiant Photo 2
