Luminar Neo Removes Background With One Click using A.I.!

Introduction

Introduction

In today's digital world, the ability to edit photos quickly and effortlessly is a huge advantage. For product photographers, artists, and casual users alike, removing backgrounds from images to isolate the main subject can often be a cumbersome and time-consuming task. However, Luminar Neo's new Background Removal AI tool makes this process seamless. This AI tool lets you remove the background and isolate the main subject with just one click, opening up a world of creative and practical possibilities.

Background Removal AI Tool

I'm excited to share my experience using the beta version of the Background Removal AI tool integrated into Luminar Neo. This tool is part of Luminar Neo's extensions collection. It includes HDR merge, upscale AI, focus stacking, and now, background removal. Although this tool isn't included in the basic version of Luminar Neo, it can be accessed through Luminar's subscription model or bought as an extension package. The following will showcase how to use this tool and guide you through a live demonstration.

Practical Applications

This tool is incredibly versatile and practical for various types of photography and image editing:

1. Product Photography: Efficiently clear-cut products to place them on clean backgrounds.
2. Photo Compositing: Combine elements from different photos to create captivating and unique images, as demonstrated with sci-fi themes.

Using the Tool

Getting Started

• Load Luminar Neo: Open the software and load the image you want to work on.
• Accent AI and Sky Enhancer: Make quick adjustments to improve the image quality.

Background Removal Example

Take a TIE fighter image and blend it into a background of a stormtrooper:

1. Choose Layers: Load the TIE fighter image over the stormtrooper photo.
2. Adjust Opacity and Position: Set the opacity to 100 and position your main object where you want it to appear.
3. Activate Background Removal AI: Navigate to Layer Properties and select the Background Removal AI tool.
4. Refine Mask: Use the Refinements Brush to perfect the mask, ensuring your object is accurately isolated from its background.

Practical Composite Example

I aimed to create a composite image of my dog, Maisie, and my cat, Lando. Here's how I did it:

1. Load Background Plate: Open the background image.
2. Insert Subject: Add Maisie's layer and use the Background Removal AI to isolate her.
3. Adjust Exposure and Color: Match the brightness and color of Maisie to the background.
4. Add Second Subject: Insert Lando, follow the same process, and tweak the mask as needed.
5. Refine Shadows: Use Develop Raw Tool and masking to correct shadow details.

Conclusion

This tool offers ease and precision, making photo editing faster and more efficient. While it may require minor refinements, its accuracy and time-saving capabilities are impressive.

Keywords

• Luminar Neo
• Background Removal AI
• Product Photography
• Photo Compositing
• Photo Editing

FAQ

Q: What is Luminar Neo? A: Luminar Neo is an advanced photo editor that includes multiple AI-powered tools for enhancing and editing images.

Q: How does the Background Removal AI tool work? A: This tool uses AI to detect and isolate the main subject, removing the background in just one click. It offers refinements to improve the mask's accuracy.

Q: Is the Background Removal AI tool included in the standard Luminar Neo package? A: No, it is part of Luminar Neo's extensions collection, which can be accessed via a subscription model or purchased separately.

Q: Can I use this tool for compositing images? A: Absolutely. The tool is excellent for combining elements from different photos to create cohesive and creative composites.

Q: Is it necessary to refine the mask after using the Background Removal AI tool? A: While the AI tool is impressively accurate, you may need to use the Refinements Brush for perfecting the mask, depending on the complexity of the image.