Photographers often long for the nostalgic charm of film—the grain, texture, and tonal richness that digital can struggle to replicate. In this article, we’ll share editing recipes using Archipelago Presets and Quest that capture the essence of classic film, bringing that timeless, tactile feel to your digital work.

Why subscribe to Quest? What makes the Quest Preset Subscription special?

Take a look at the upcoming Quest 50 - Pathfinder preset collection—a modular toolset that allows you to forge your own path and find an edit that’s uniquely yours.

Let’s take a deep dive into warm & earthy Quest Presets and Archipelago Presets!

Just like your local bookstore’s “Staff Picks” or “Employee Favorites” section of books, the Archipelago team has narrowed down their favorite or most-used Quest sets!

Sneak peek at July’s Quest 49 Lomora Presets, inspired by Lomography and toy camera photography!

We hear both sides of the “is buying presets worth it?” debate all the time— so we’ve decided to dive in to the pros and cons of buying and using presets!

Comparing our current lineup of LXC family presets: LXCR, LXCQ, and the new LXCV presets!

GIVEAWAY!! Two ways to win a preset of choice!

We’re sharing our favorite Quest presets for dreamy edits that glow with soft highlights, muted tones, and delicate color palettes— perfect for photographers who want to create images that feel like a beautiful daydream.

Let’s take a deep dive into Quest Presets and Archipelago Presets that are inspired by film photography.

Take an early look at Diffusion Filters, the new Quest Toolset designed to emulate some of the most popular optical filters, designed to introduce dreamy halations and softness into your images.

In this article, we break down simple, actionable SEO tips to help photographers grow their online presence through their website, a space they fully control (unlike ever-changing social media platforms). Learn how to make your site more searchable and attract the right clients with ease.

Greens—they are among the most challenging elements for photographers to edit, particularly when photographing vibrant neon green grass or foliage. In this article, we’ll explore how light and time of day affect green tones, which panels and sliders in Lightroom can be used to correct or dramatically shift their feel, and how creative tweaks can bring cohesion to your overall color story.

Winners and special mentions from our #ColorChallenge in the Archipelago Collective!

Let’s take a deep dive into our true to color Quest Presets, and a look at the color accurate offerings in the Archipelago Presets shop as well!

Take an early look at the upcoming Quest 47 Frontier presets. These presets are designed for explorers at heart and evoke the untamed spirit of open landscapes, rugged beauty, and stories waiting just beyond the horizon. Whether capturing windswept portraits, golden-hour wilderness, or moody still lifes, this collection delivers bold, emotive tones with depth.

In this guide, we’re diving into simple yet powerful ways to "spring clean" your workflow—from organizing your files and keywording in Lightroom, to optimizing performance and speeding up your editing process with smarter culling and AI tools.

Winners and special mentions from our #UglyLocationChallenge in the Archipelago Collective!