[better]: Lightroom Preset Soft And Dreamy

Capturing a "soft and dreamy" aesthetic in Lightroom is all about reducing harsh digital clarity and introducing a gentle glow.

2. Texture and Grain

1. Go to Effects > Clarity. Move it from -30 to -10.
2. Go to Sharpening. Increase the "Masking" slider (hold ALT to see the mask). This ensures only edges are sharp, leaving skin soft.

Soft and Dreamy

Masking Tool

Use the to add a "halo" effect to specific areas: lightroom preset soft and dreamy

Step 2: Basic Adjustments

Part 8: The Psychological Appeal of Soft Photography

• Exposure +0.15, Contrast -12, Highlights -30, Shadows +28
• Vibrance +6, Saturation -8
• HSL: Greens hue -20, Blues hue +10, Oranges hue +6
• Split: Shadows 200/12%, Highlights 40/12%