Energize your images with The Mandagies Essential Presets!
Searching for a way to stretch your creativity in photography? Introducing The Mandagies Essential Preset Pack!
Skip the guesswork. We've already done the heavy lifting for you! From rich green tones, vibrant blues, and soft golden hues, we've make customizing your images fun, visionary, and beautiful.
DEAR PHOTOGRAPHER,
We're so excited that you are interested in The Mandagies Essential Presets! This set of 5 film-inspired presets is the result of 10+ years of study, tweaks, and experience, reflecting our dedication to sharing beautiful images on the internet. We hope you use and enjoy them as much as we do!
– Berty and Emily Mandagie
IT'S MORE THAN JUST SLAPPING ON A FILTER...
The Mandagies Preset Pack 1 is:
- a BASE PRESET! We believe each image deserves its own careful treatment. Since each image is created differently at different times of day and conditions, we've created the perfect base presets so you can take your image to the next level!
- Very EASY TO USE! The tonal range of colors in this set of presets have been made so that they are very easy to use. Refer to our guide on how to use The Mandagies Essential Preset Pack for more info.
- Carefully and purposefully hand-picked by Berty Mandagie! Each of these presets are made with the intention of blending your digital photographs into film-like images.
- Very VERSATILE! These presets are exceptional under various lighting conditions. Rain or shine, these presets can enhance your story.
- Very AFFORDABLE! In comparison to many presets on the market, we believe we've created some of the best presets with the best pricing!
- Going to make your images feel TIMELESS and EFFORTLESS!
Essential 01: PORTRA
Inspired by Portra (160, 400, 800), we created a preset that is versatile-offering photographers a spectrum of options to paint their stories with rich, lifelike colors and exquisite details.
This merge of Portra film stock let photographers compose their narratives with precision.
With The Mandagies Portra Preset, you can mimic that timeless film look that you've always wanted. This is our most-used preset!
Essential 02: FUJI - H
Inspired by the Fuji 400H, we wanted to mimic the iconic way it captured the rich detail of skin tones, nature, and balance of highlights and lowlights.
Its fine grain structure and soft, pastel tones is a favorite among photographers for capturing moments with a timeless and dreamy quality.
The Mandagies Essential Fuji-H Preset was made to perform well is various lighting conditions and deliver a balanced palette with a touch of nostalgia.
Whether you're shooting portraits, landscapes, or everyday scenes, The Mandagies Essential Fuji -H Preset brings a touch of elegance to your images, making each shot a poetic expression frozen in time.
Essential 03: WARM VINTAGE
Warm Vintage was inspired by the playful spirit of Wes Anderson, with cinematic and retro hues infused into each photograph.
This preset evokes the warmth of aged film and the enduring allure of classic aesthetics. The Warm Vintage preset bathes images in a soft, golden glow, reminiscent of sunsets on old photographs.
This preset adds a touch of romance to modern captures, turning moments into timeless treasures steeped in the gentle warmth of yesteryears. The Warm Vintage preset is our storyteller, weaving narratives and emotions into each image.
Whether applied to portraits, landscapes, or everyday scenes, Warm Vintage transform digital images into visual poetry—a testament to the enduring magic of capturing moments with a touch of classic grace.
Essential 04: VIBRANT
Step into a world of vivid enchantment with the The Mandagies Vibrant Preset—a bold photographer's touch that breathes life and color into every pixel.
This preset is a celebration of hues, with punchy colors that turn ordinary moments into vibrant spectacles.
Charged in electric blues, fiery reds, and lush greens, the Vibrant preset is a visual carnival that celebrates the vivid colors of nature.
This preset was designed with golden and blue hour in mind to maximize the vibrancy of each color in your image. This one provides a stronger contrast than the rest of the pack to highlight those rich tones.
Essential 05: VINTAGE B&W
Our Vintage B&W Preset will transport your images into the world of timeless monochrome photography.
The Mandagies Vintage B&W Preset transforms modern captures into visual echoes of the past. With little grain, it keeps a touch of modernity while also creating a sense of nostalgia in the same frame.
With a slight sepia tone integrated into the highlights and shadows, it's our testament to the enduring beauty found in the simplicity of black and white.
Creative Friends who are OBSESSED
"I have always loved Berty’s style of blending the digital and film world so seamlessly. The presets in this pack are an excellent base for anyone hoping to move their digital work into a more filmic direction.
Even for a seasoned photographer and editor, his presets give you an under-the-hood look at how Berty achieves his iconic style."
- Dave Hering
Photographer and Creative Director
"I love how true-to-life these presets keep your colors while enhancing your photos! With minimal tweaking, you can create warm and beautiful photos in a variety of lighting situations and shooting environments.
They look amazing on portraits, softening the skin, and on landscapes, giving you the perfect film look. And the black and white! Chef’s kiss."
- Alina Navarette
Documentary Photographer and Filmmaker
"The Mandagies Essential Presets are game changing for my street photography. Their presets breathe life into my photographs--capturing the colors in each moment while enhancing the vibrancy in the hues.
With each preset, I am transported back to the very essence of the scenes I have captured in a new and dynamic way."
- Jeffrey Le
Filmmaker
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We've got A's for your Q's
How much does it cost?
The Mandagies Preset Pack 1 is $34.99. This pack comes with 5 film-inspired presets.
How do I know it's for me?
Do you love to take photos and do you edit your photos using Adobe Lightroom? Then it's for you. We've seen photographers of all styles and approaches use our presets in unique ways to make their work shine brighter.
Does it matter if I'm new to photo editing?
Nope! If you're just getting started, we think presets are some of the best way to experiment with finding your own style. It sounds counterintuitive - using someone else's presets to find your own style. But along the way, you'll learn a ton about your own editing, adjustments and even color preferences based on your own unique tweaks.
Where can I use these presets?
These presets are made to be compatible with Lightroom CC, Lightroom Mobile, Lightroom Classic, and Photoshop CC. Refer to our guide on how to use The Mandagies Essential Presets here.
When/how to I receive them?
Right away! Once purchased, you'll receive a zip file for easy access. It's most straightforward when downloaded on a desktop first. From there, you can download the file onto your mobile device.
Will you be coming out with more?
YES! This is just the first of many preset packs to come. We're going to release more in 2024 and beyond! Be sure to subscribe on TheMandagies.com to get updates as new presets and products are released!
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