Prism Effects
Glass in front of the lens, without the glass.
This set replicates the optical effect created when shooting with a glass prism held in front of your lens, reflecting and dispersing the light to creatively transform your image.
Each individual prism effect can be manipulated within the masking panel to alter placement and intensity, and multiple effects can be layered to create truly unique edits. Both horizontal and vertical versions are provided.
Bend the light. Shift the frame. Break the ordinary.
Prism Effects is a light-sculpting preset collection designed to introduce dimension, movement, and creative distortion into your imagery. Inspired by the timeless technique of holding a glass prism before the lens, this set captures the magic of refracted light — reflections, flares, spectral shifts, and layered fragments — all within a seamless digital workflow.
Light becomes fluid. Edges fracture. Colors stretch and scatter across the frame.
Each prism effect is fully adjustable within Lightroom’s Masking Panel, allowing you to reposition and refine intensity with precision. Layer multiple prisms together to build complex compositions filled with depth and atmosphere, or apply a single subtle refraction for a refined, editorial touch. Horizontal and vertical versions ensure effortless integration into your composition.
From dreamlike portraits to experimental landscapes, Prism Effects transforms light into a creative instrument — turning simple scenes into immersive visual stories.
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Bend the light. Shift the frame. Break the ordinary.
Prism Effects is a light-sculpting preset collection designed to introduce dimension, movement, and creative distortion into your imagery. Inspired by the timeless technique of holding a glass prism before the lens, this set captures the magic of refracted light — reflections, flares, spectral shifts, and layered fragments — all within a seamless digital workflow.
Light becomes fluid. Edges fracture. Colors stretch and scatter across the frame.
Each prism effect is fully adjustable within Lightroom’s Masking Panel, allowing you to reposition and refine intensity with precision. Layer multiple prisms together to build complex compositions filled with depth and atmosphere, or apply a single subtle refraction for a refined, editorial touch. Horizontal and vertical versions ensure effortless integration into your composition.
From dreamlike portraits to experimental landscapes, Prism Effects transforms light into a creative instrument — turning simple scenes into immersive visual stories.
"I have tried using a real prism before and I just can't get the hang of it — so I gave up. But these prism effects are so rad. If you're looking to add a little zing to your photos without the cheesy obvious overlay look, these are great. I love the more subtle ones like Prism 01 and Prism 07. And if they're too much? Go to the masking tools and lessen them. Easy as can be. Such a fun pack of tools — Archipelago, you've gone and done it again. Faithful fan forever."
"These new Quest prism effects are amazing! They add a little extra creativity and fun to your photos, helping you achieve that more artistic look without the hassle of toting around prisms. I love that each effect has a very different look — it makes it so fun to play around and see what best fits the photo. These are definitely a must-have when you want to add something a little extra during editing."
Prism Effects in the Wild
Examples from photographers around the world. Hover to pause, drag to explore.
