Film look presets can help you create a timeless and professional look for your photos. However shooting film and even using some presets can be expensive. In this article, we'll show you how to achieve the film look in Lightroom without breaking the bank.
Start with the right photo: Not all photos are suitable for the film look. Choose a photo that has good lighting, strong composition, and is well-exposed.
Adjust the tone curve: The tone curve can help you achieve the contrast and color grading of film. Create an "S" curve by raising the highlights and lowering the shadows.
Add grain: Film often has a noticeable grain, which you can add to your photo in Lightroom. Start with a small amount and increase until you achieve the desired effect.
Adjust the colors: Film often has a distinct color palette. Adjust the colors in Lightroom by playing with the hue, saturation, and luminance of the individual colors.
Apply a film look preset: If you want to save time, you can apply a film look preset to your photo. PICTS Lab presets, for example, are carefully crafted to emulate the look and feel of film.
With these simple steps, you can create a film look in Lightroom without spending a lot of money on expensive presets.