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Generative creative software competing in the AI design and image-editing category.

Luminar AI by Skylum is a revolutionary photo editor that differentiates itself by putting artificial intelligence at the core of its workflow. Unlike traditional editors that require complex manual masking and layer adjustments, Luminar AI uses machine learning to automatically analyze an image, recognize its contents (like skies, faces, or bodies), and suggest optimal adjustments. It’s designed to drastically speed up the editing process for both amateurs and professionals. The software features incredibly powerful, one-click AI tools such as Sky Replacement, Skin AI for automatic blemish removal, and Composition AI to perfectly crop an image based on the rule of thirds. It can be used as a standalone application on Windows and macOS or integrated as a plugin for Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, seamlessly fitting into existing professional workflows while adding immense creative capabilities. **Pricing:** Luminar AI was originally released as a one-time purchase software for $79.00. However, Skylum has since transitioned its focus to its successor, Luminar Neo. While legacy licenses may still be active or sold via third parties, most new users are directed to Luminar Neo's subscription or perpetual license models.