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- 15 · .xmp + .lrtemplate
- Works on these photo files
- RAW, JPG, DNG and TIFF
- Works in
- Lightroom & Camera Raw
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15 Golden Hour Lightroom Presets
15 Golden Hour Lightroom Presets is a set of 15 Lightroom presets by Dreams & Spark that bring the warm, soft light of the hour before sunset to any photo, with graduated sun effects and three black and white looks. $25.50, instant download.
- presets
- 15
- download
- Instant
- works in
- Lightroom + Camera Raw
- works on these photo files
- RAW · JPG · DNG · TIFF
$25.50 USD
Instant delivery · Installation guaranteed
Our promise
- Instant delivery on the thank-you page and by email, or we send your files personally within 24 hours.
- Installation guaranteed. Stuck installing? Email [email protected] and we'll help you until your presets are working.
Works with
- Lightroom Classic
- Lightroom (desktop)
- Lightroom mobile
- Adobe Camera Raw & Photoshop
LUT format works with
- Luminar Neo
- ON1 Photo RAW
- Photoshop
- Affinity Photo
- Pixelmator Pro
- Final Cut Pro
- Premiere Pro
- DaVinci Resolve
Shoot video too? The LUT edition puts this look on your clips in Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro and DaVinci Resolve, so your photos and films match.
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Before & after examples
4 examples. Drag across any photo to compare the original with the edit.
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The look
Who these presets are for
The golden hour, just after sunrise or before sunset, gives light that is redder, softer and more forgiving. These presets recreate that warmth on photos taken at any time of day, from a gentle glow to high-contrast drama.
Three looks add a graduated sun from the left, right or top of the frame, and three black and white versions keep the mood when colour doesn't suit.
Made for
What's in Golden Hour (15 presets)
- 15 Lightroom presets as .xmp files (Lightroom Classic, Lightroom desktop & mobile, Camera Raw)
- The same presets as .lrtemplate files (Lightroom 4–6, Classic up to 7.2)
- Installation instructions
Specs & compatibility
| Presets included | 15 |
|---|---|
| File formats | .xmp (Lightroom Classic 7.3+, Lightroom desktop & mobile, Adobe Camera Raw) and .lrtemplate (Lightroom 4–6 and Classic up to 7.2) |
| Works in | Lightroom Classic, Lightroom (desktop & mobile) and Adobe Camera Raw |
| Works with | Lightroom Classic · Lightroom (desktop) · Lightroom mobile · Adobe Camera Raw & Photoshop |
| Works on these photo files | RAW, JPG, DNG and TIFF |
| Computer | PC and Mac |
| Delivery | Instant download, with installation instructions |
| License | Use the photos you edit for personal and commercial or client work, royalty-free. The presets are licensed to you alone and can't be shared, resold or uploaded. |
| Choose your format | Lightroom presets or LUTs, same price ($25.50). Add the other format for +$10. |
| LUT format | .cube, 33-point, one per preset, sRGB input. LUTs reproduce each look's colour and tone; grain, vignettes, light-leak placement and Lightroom's local Highlights/Shadows adjustments are Lightroom-only. |
| Our promise | Instant delivery · Installation guaranteed |
| Help | [email protected] |
| Price | $25.50 |
| Also in | The Complete Bundle |
Up and running in minutes
How to install Golden Hour
- 1
Download
Your files arrive on the next screen and by email.
- 2
Import into Lightroom
Follow the steps below. Installation instructions are also in the download.
- 3
Click, then fine-tune
Apply a preset, then adjust exposure and white balance to suit each photo.
Lightroom Classic (7.3 and later)
- Open the Develop module.
- In the Presets panel, click +, then Import Presets…
- Select the .xmp files (or the ZIP) and click Import. Lightroom Classic 15 no longer accepts .lrtemplate files, so always use the .xmp folder.
Lightroom desktop & Lightroom mobile
- Lightroom desktop: open a photo in Edit, click Presets, then ⋯ › Import Presets… and choose the .xmp files. They sync to mobile when you're signed in.
- Lightroom mobile: save the files to your phone, open a photo, tap Presets › Yours › ⋯ › Import Presets, and pick the files.
Adobe Camera Raw
- Open a photo in Camera Raw and go to the Presets panel.
- Open the ⋯ menu, choose Import Profiles & Presets… and select the .xmp files.
Older Lightroom (4, 5, 6, Classic up to 7.2)
Use the .lrtemplate files. Step-by-step instructions are included in the download and in the full install guide. Still stuck? Email [email protected].
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Across the store, customers have left 1,007 ratings since 2016, averaging 4.8★. You can't read what they wrote, because in 2024 Shopify shut down its own Product Reviews app and deleted every written review in it, without sending store owners a copy. The star ratings survived.
Ella Oscar
Just got this product yesterday and it’s awesome! I’m really enjoying it and it’s giving that Golden Hour effect I’ve always liked in photographs. You guys have really done a great job with this. Thank you!
Jacob
This set of presets is stunning! I am in love with all of them. Thanks for making my job a whole lot easier!
Lisa
Love this preset pack. I’m a self-taught photographer. Using these profiles is so darn simple and makes great photography even BETTER! Thanks for an awesome product and the friendly support.
Philberta
AMAZING! So much like real Golden Hour shots. I had been hearing about presets helping photographers achieve Golden Hour effects. Now I am enjoying it myself. The presets in here have been a game-changer for my photography. Do I recommend it? I ABSOLUTELY DO!
Mason
The colour boost it gives my Golden Hour photos is beyond compare. I am a nature photographer who enjoys shooting at sunrise, and these presets have truly transformed my photos and taken them to the peak!
Joyce
This is not like any other presets I have used before. Really lovely and very easy to use. I wonder why I hadn’t come across this before. Highly recommended.
Maria
I still use these on my Golden Hour photos, and you know what, the results are super amazing. I don’t need to say much. If you are a photographer who loves to shoot at Golden Hour or wants to up the game of your photos, these presets will definitely come in handy and you will love the results. I warmly recommend them!
Sarah
Amazingly cool, I must confess! Very close to the Golden Hour effect, and it saves me the stress of having to time my shots. Now I have fantastic photos and my customer base is growing fast. I owe it all to these wonderful presets.
Honey
I am a travel photojournalist and I know how important golden hour photos are. Unfortunately, I just don’t catch those times as often as I want. Using these presets has been a game-changer indeed. Very close to the Golden Hour effect, with little editing. I love it.
Gwen Garcia
Used these for my Arizona trip. I guess they are pretty close to the Golden Hour effect, but if you can actually shoot during Golden Hour and apply these presets to a real golden hour photo, you can get some pretty nice effects. You may need to slightly decrease the contrast depending on your shot.
Pedro Alonso
Oh my god. This is probably the most underrated preset pack of all time! It is such a unique concept. Obviously, for photographers who love to shoot during Golden Hour, these presets won't recreate the effect perfectly. But if you're shooting during or close to Golden Hour, applying the effect gives you a boost of colour you wouldn't expect. Highly recommended!
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Frequently asked questions
How many presets are in 15 Golden Hour Lightroom Presets, and what's included?
15 Golden Hour Lightroom Presets contains 15 Lightroom presets, supplied as both .xmp and .lrtemplate files, with installation instructions.
Which versions of Lightroom do the Golden Hour presets work in?
The Golden Hour presets work in Lightroom Classic 7.3 and later, Lightroom (desktop and mobile) and Adobe Camera Raw, using the .xmp files. .lrtemplate files are included too, for Lightroom 4–6 and Lightroom Classic up to 7.2, on PC and Mac.
Do the Golden Hour presets work in Lightroom mobile?
Yes. The Golden Hour presets include .xmp files that import into Lightroom on iPhone, iPad and Android: open a photo, tap Presets, then Yours, the ⋯ menu and Import Presets, and choose the files. Presets synced from Lightroom desktop also appear automatically.
Can I use the Golden Hour presets on JPEG photos, or only RAW?
The Golden Hour presets work on RAW, JPG, DNG and TIFF images, so JPEGs are fine as well as RAW files.
Can I use the Golden Hour presets for paid client work?
Yes. Photos you edit with the Golden Hour presets can be used for personal and commercial or client work, royalty-free. The presets themselves are licensed to one purchaser and can't be shared, resold or uploaded.
Can I use the Golden Hour presets in Luminar, ON1 or Photoshop?
The Golden Hour Lightroom presets are for Adobe apps. For Luminar Neo, ON1 Photo RAW, Photoshop, Affinity, Pixelmator Pro and video editors, choose the LUT format (.cube files, one per preset) at the same price, or add the LUTs to your presets for +$10. LUTs reproduce each look's colour and tone; grain, vignettes, light-leak placement and Lightroom's local Highlights/Shadows adjustments are Lightroom-only.
What if I lose my download?
Email [email protected] with your order details and we'll re-issue the Golden Hour files.
When do I get my files?
Straight away: download links for Golden Hour appear on the thank-you page and arrive by email. If they don't arrive, email [email protected] and we'll send your files personally within 24 hours.
What if I can't get the presets working?
Installation is guaranteed. If you're stuck installing the Golden Hour presets, email [email protected] and we'll help you until they're working.
Can I get a refund?
Because these are digital downloads, all sales are final. If your download doesn't arrive or you can't get the presets installed, email [email protected] and we'll make sure you're up and running. Lost your files later? We'll re-issue them with your order details.
More questions? Email [email protected] or use our contact page.
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