Pittura draws inspiration from the soft luminosity and tonal depth of classical paintings - transforming portraits and still lifes into rich, tactile compositions.
Image by Carotida Photographer
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Tonal depth of classical paintings
Photo by Carotida Photographer

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Painterly color grades
Photo by Bernadeta Kupiec

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Warmth of aged pigments
Photo by Valeriya Kulaeva

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Gentle diffusion of sfumato
Photo by Bernadeta Kupiec

Pittura draws inspiration from the soft luminosity and tonal depth of classical paintings — transforming portraits and still lifes into rich, tactile compositions.
Featuring three distinct painterly color grades, Pittura captures the warmth of aged pigments, the gentle diffusion of sfumato, and the quiet drama of chiaroscuro light. Each variation has been carefully sculpted to mirror the layered depth of traditional art — where tones blend like brushstrokes and light settles into the image as though absorbed by the canvas.
Included with the set are creative tools designed to subtly soften, enrich, and texturize your images — creating an authentic, artful finish that echoes the timeless beauty of painted light.
“I love how this preset gives everything such a soft, painterly feel. The tones flow together beautifully and the diffusion gives the images a dreamy depth. It works so nicely with natural light, especially with soft whites. I already have shoot ideas to specifically use this preset for. Its like having a stocking on the lens without the stocking. ”
Photo by vividsymphony // Pittura 01 + Canvas Texture
Photo by Foggy Stories // Pittura 02 + Sfumato
Photo by Irvin Macfarland // Pittura 03 + Canvas Texture
“My first impression of Pittura was how beautifully it captures the essence of classic art. There is an unmistakable painterly quality that feels both rich and timeless. The tones melt together softly, giving images an almost “brushed” finish. I found them easy to work with, especially when working with diffused window light, golden hour and softly shaded outdoor scenes.”
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