Black & White Photoshop Actions

Finding the perfect black and white Photoshop action or Lightroom preset can be a challenging task. With countless options available, each offering unique looks, it’s important to narrow down the choices to find the ones that truly stand out. In this blog post, we’ve handpicked our top 5 favorite black & white Photoshop Actions and Lightroom Presets, along with the reasons why we love them. Let’s dive in and discover the transformative power of these editing tools.

Our Favorites

1. Paint the Moon Photoshop Actions – The Grace Collection:  This bundle of over 145 actions is amazing – and we especially love the Black & White options. They are clean, simple and classic.  You can never go wrong with a classic black and white image – timeless!  For $119 you can get the Photoshop or Elements full sets – and there are multiple B&W options to choose from.  Definitely a good value!
2. MCP Photoshop Actions & Lightroom Presets – Enlighten:  This collection not only includes 17 B&W presets, it includes a slew of other presets that can be layered on top of one another.  Making the possibilities endless.  You also get Lightroom brushes which you can apply to portions of your images.  Get the whole set for only $149.99.
3. Pretty Presets for Lightroom – Black & White Workflow Collection: This group of 40 Lightroom presets is amazing – clean edits with layering capabilities so you can create your own signature look.  There’s something for everyone within this affordable collection – only $32.
4. Florabella Collection – Photoshop Actions – Deluxe B&W Actions: This bundle of B&W actions is one of our favorites – offering different styles of black and whites for you to choose from.  The bundle also comes with some finishing actions and sharpening actions which are fantastic – only $89 for the set.
5. Greater than Gatsby – Clean Workflow for Lightroom:  Another great bundle, offering 10 black & white presets, all with different looks.  In addition to the black and white options, you also get tons of gorgeous color presets as well.  Only $75 for the set!

Conclusion

Elevating your black and white photography is made easier with the help of Photoshop Actions and Lightroom Presets. The top 5 collections mentioned above offer incredible editing capabilities, allowing you to create stunning and distinctive black and white images. Whether you prefer Photoshop or Lightroom, there is a collection that suits your needs and budget. Explore these options and find the perfect editing tools to unlock the full potential of your black and white photography. Invest in these transformative tools and watch as your images come to life with timeless elegance and captivating beauty.  Need more ideas on how to avoid distractions while editing? Check out this blog.  Ready to take your business to the next level?  Sign up for your free trial to Iris!