Film Edition 5 - Workflow Series (Monochrome) + AI Utilities

11 All New Monochrome Profiles (the foundation)

These are not “a preset that moves a few sliders”. The profiles in all my Preset Packs, including Film Edition 5 - Workflow Series, are built externally, then brought into Lightroom as proper profiles, so the look is created through a controlled colour and tonal transform rather than a handful of Lightroom adjustments.

In practical terms, a profile sits right at the start of Lightroom’s processing pipeline. It defines the file's underlying response before you even touch exposure, contrast, curves, HSL, or any of the usual sliders. That’s why profiles feel different. They change how the image behaves, not just how it looks afterwards.

What that means for you:

• Designed for believable monochrome tonality, with a film-inspired curve and separation through the midtones

• Cleaner highlight roll-off, so bright areas don’t snap into harsh white or get that brittle, crunchy feel

• Stronger shadow structure, holding detail and shape even when you add contrast or push the image harder than normal

You’re still in full control of the final look. The profile gives you the foundation, then the presets, and your own tweaks take it wherever you want.

Workflow Presets (the system)

Once the profile has given you the base tonality, the workflow presets take over. These are the practical, repeatable steps that get you from “good starting point” to “finished monochrome” without you having to rebuild the same edits over and over.

They’re designed to be used in a simple order, but they’re not fragile. You can stop early if the image is already there, or you can push further when a frame needs more shape, more depth, or a bit more bite.

The important bit is this: the workflow presets are built to work with the profile, not fight it. So you’re shaping contrast and midtones on top of a deliberate tonal response, rather than trying to force a look using global Contrast and a heavy-handed curve.

Typical use:

Step 1: Choose your base profile

This gives you the core look. It’s the “what kind of monochrome is this?” decision. Clean, classic, punchier, moodier - whatever direction you’re going in starts here.

Step 2: Apply a workflow preset to shape tone and presence

This is where you control the feel of the image without wrecking it. The workflow presets are focused on things like:

• midtone presence (so the image doesn’t feel flat, especially in soft light)

• contrast behaviour (more shape, but with controlled highlights and usable shadows)

• micro-contrast and clarity-style structure applied carefully, so skin and backgrounds don’t go crunchy

The aim is to add definition and depth while keeping the photo believable.

Step 3: Finish only if the photo needs it

Not every image needs grain. Not every image needs extra punch. The finishing tools are there for when they genuinely improve the photo: texture, subtle toning, highlight protection, haze control, and so on.

So the workflow stays consistent, but the final result still feels tailored to the frame.

The sample below shows the original RAW (1), the Pushed-Tri-X Profile applied (2) and finally, Grain Heavy + Halation Glow (3)

Clean folder structure in Lightroom (so you’re not hunting around)

One of the most common complaints I hear about preset packs is that they turn Lightroom into a mess. Dozens of random names. No order. No logic. You spend more time scrolling than editing.

Film Edition 5 - Workflow Series is the opposite of that (as are all my Preset packs)

Everything is organised into a clear folder structure inside the Presets panel, with consistent naming and a simple flow. Profiles sit where you’d expect, film presets are grouped together, and the Toolkit is separated into sensible categories (AI Masks, Fixes, Grain, Curves, and so on). It means you can find what you need in seconds, apply it, and keep moving.

Compatibility

• Lightroom Classic (Mac and Windows)

• Lightroom Desktop (cloud-based)

• AI Mask presets need Lightroom Classic 11.0+ or Lightroom Desktop 5.0+

FAQ

Is this the same as Film Edition 4 Monochrome?

Different idea. Film Edition 4 is more “set of looks”. Film Edition 5 Workflow System is more “system and workflow”, with fixes and tools designed to keep you moving.

Do I need to use the presets in order?

You don’t have to, but it’s built that way for a reason. If you follow the workflow, it’s faster and more consistent across a set.

Are these one-click?

Sometimes, yes. But proper editing still needs basic exposure and white balance to be right. The pack is designed to make the creative part quick and reliable.

Will it work on all cameras?

Yes. Profiles and presets are designed to be camera-agnostic, but RAW quality and lighting still matter.

Can I use this alongside your other Film Editions?

Yes. You can mix systems if you want. Just avoid stacking heavy contrast and heavy texture from multiple packs at the same time unless you’re deliberately going for that.

If you want a monochrome look that’s consistent, film-inspired, and built for real-world editing speed, Film Edition 5 - Workflow Series (Monochrome) is designed for exactly that.

Preset Looks Sample Galleries