THE aera LIGHTROOM
preset COLLECTION
Each preset in the AERA Collection is crafted to stand out quietly — grounded in a timeless aesthetic without ever feeling overstated.
Thoughtfully developed across dozens of weddings and photoshoots, AERA I–VI are designed to enhance the quiet beauty of real moments – with natural tones, creamy highlights, and subtle contrast that elevate without overpowering.
- 6 Lightroom Classic Presets: Crafted to work for a wide range of lighting conditions
- Subtle Vintage Look: Warm midtones, creamy highlights, and soft contrast evoke a nostalgic yet natural atmosphere.
- Emotion-Driven Editing: Tailored for real moments – AERA COLLECTION enhances mood and connection without ever overpowering your images.
- Consistent Results: Achieve a cohesive look across your galleries with this preset setting the basis.
- BONUS: Four grain options for an authentic, filmic look, easy to apply in Lightroom.
faq
This collection was developed specifically for emotive, documentary-style photography – especially weddings, families, and intimate portraits.
Yes – AERA is built for Adobe Lightroom Classic (desktop). It works on both Mac and Windows.
Simply open Lightroom Classic and go to Develop > Presets panel. Click the + icon and choose Import Preset. Select your downloaded AERA Collection .xmp files and it will appear in your preset list.
Absolutely. AERA gives you a strong base look, but you can easily adjust things like white balance, contrast, or grain based on your own preferences or lighting conditions.
It works best with RAW files, but can also be applied to JPEGs. While it’s optimized for natural light photography, it adapts well across many conditions.