The Beginning: A New Era in Photo Editing
When we launched Luminar Neo, we knew we were stepping into a highly competitive space. But we believed in something different — an intuitive and innovative editing experience that puts creativity first. Luminar Neo was designed to streamline workflows and bring artistic ideas to life with unprecedented ease, and we have remained true to that vision.
Milestones That Defined Us
Over the past three years, Luminar Neo has grown in ways we never could have imagined. Some moments stand out as defining achievements in our journey:
- Winning industry awards: Luminar Neo has won multiple top industry awards, such as the Red Dot Brands & Communication Design award in the User Interface category and the TIPA World Awards for Best Imaging Software for three years in a row — in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
- A growing user base: More than 150 million photos have been edited with Luminar Neo worldwide — a testament to its power and versatility. In fact, it's so popular, it's even been used in the Vatican — proving Luminar Neo is everywhere!
- The community’s love for AI: With 65% of users highlighting advanced AI tools as their most appreciated feature, it’s clear that innovations like GenErase and EnhanceAI have transformed the way people edit their photos.
- Recognition on a global stage: Luminar Neo has been featured in major publications like TechCrunch, Forbes, ComputerBuild, Space, and many others. We are proud of the recognition that Luminar Neo is a game-changer in the photo editing space.
- Collaborating with industry giants: Luminar Neo has partnered with FUJIFILM North America, Microsoft, and Intel, earning the trust of industry leaders who recognize our expertise in photography and technology.
- Times Square takeover: Seeing Luminar Neo showcased in the heart of New York City — twice! — was beyond our wildest dreams. It was definitely an unforgettable milestone, marking a moment of celebration and recognition in the photography community.
Collaborations with Renowned Photographers
Working alongside visionary artists has allowed us to fine-tune our technology, ensuring that Luminar Neo meets the demands of professionals while remaining accessible to all photographers. Their insights and expertise have played a crucial role in shaping the tools and features that make Luminar Neo powerful yet intuitive. This dedication has garnered widespread recognition, with more than 4,000 publications across various platforms covering Luminar Neo over the past three years, highlighting its impact on the photography community.
Some of the most prominent photographers and educators have enjoyed and spread the word about Luminar Neo. They've highlighted Luminar Neo’s new features, praised its capabilities, demonstrated how to edit photos in specific genres, and shared their expert opinions. Among them are Ted Forbes, Nigel Danson, James Popsys, Pierre T. Lambert, Mark McGee, Manny Ortiz, Mark Wiemels, Gavin Hardcastle, Irene Rudnyk, Kai W, Charles Schiele, Justin Laurens, and many others!
Luminar Neo is also proud to have welcomed photojournalist and filmmaker Ami Vitale as its global brand ambassador. Her work, featured in National Geographic and honored with numerous prestigious awards, reflects a deep commitment to storytelling with purpose. Through this collaboration, Luminar Neo and Ami Vitale have united in their passion for visual storytelling and empowering photographers to create images that inspire change.
The Numbers Tell a Story The Luminar Neo community is a diverse and passionate group of photographers, and your feedback has shaped our evolution.
- 75% of our users have been photographers for over five years, demonstrating that Luminar Neo is trusted by seasoned professionals.
- 60% primarily edit landscape and portrait photos, showing our focus on delivering versatile tools that help enhance both nature and human expression.
- Over half of users edit with Luminar Neo weekly, making it an essential part of their creative process.
- 20% of users rely on Luminar Neo as a plugin, seamlessly integrating it into their existing workflows, appreciating that extra element that Luminar Neo adds to their usual routine edits.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Luminar Neo
While we’re proud of how far we’ve come, we’re even more excited about what’s next. We’re continuously refining our AI capabilities, enhancing performance, and adding new features that empower photographers to push the boundaries of their creativity. Your feedback fuels our innovation, and together, we’ll continue to redefine what’s possible in photo editing.
As we celebrate 3 years of Luminar Neo, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to you — our users, our supporters, and our community. Whether you’ve been with us from the start or just joined the journey, your creativity and passion continue to inspire us.
Here’s to many more years of capturing, creating, and pushing the limits of what’s possible.Thank you for being part of the Luminar Neo story!
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Anastasia Sliusarenko
Head of PR&Communications
