LUTs

The LUTs (Look-Up Tables) tool in Aperty allows you to apply preset color grading effects to your portrait, transforming the mood and tone of the image with just a few clicks. LUTs adjust color balance, contrast, and saturation, providing a quick way to achieve various artistic styles or cinematic looks.

• Choose LUT Dropdown Menu: Select a LUT from the provided options or upload your own.

  • Add Custom LUT File...: Upload your own LUT to apply custom color grading to the portrait.

  • Get More LUTs...: Access additional downloadable LUTs to expand your options.

  • Predefined LUT options include:

    • Beijing: A cool, soft-toned look.

    • Grace: A balanced, natural style.

    • Long Beach: Warmer, sunlit tones.

    • Manhattan: Urban-inspired, high-contrast look.

    • Maria: Soft and warm tones.

    • Red Trace: Adds subtle red hues.

    • Sina: High-contrast, slightly desaturated.

    • Ushuaia: Bright and vibrant.

    • Venus: A pastel, dream-like effect.

    • Wooden: Earthy, warm tones.

• Amount: Controls the intensity of the selected LUT. Increasing the slider applies the LUT more heavily while lowering it makes the effect more subtle.

• Contrast: Adjusts the contrast within the LUT, increasing or softening the difference between light and dark areas to fit the overall mood.

• Saturation: Controls the color intensity applied by the LUT. Raising the saturation makes colors more vivid while lowering it mutes them for a more understated effect.

For a balanced portrait, apply the LUT using a moderate Amount to avoid overwhelming the natural tones. Adjust Contrast and Saturation to refine the look, ensuring it complements the subject's skin tones and the overall style of the image.