Narrative is an AI‑powered desktop application that speeds up photographers' post‑shoot workflow by importing thousands of RAW files in seconds, automatically culling and ranking images, and applying a trained AI Preset that replicates the photographer’s editing style. The software works offline on macOS and Windows, integrates with Lightroom for one‑click export, and includes tools for face/eye assessment, batch cropping, and rapid keyboard‑driven navigation.
Funding
$300.9K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Photographers spend extensive time manually sorting, culling, and applying consistent edits to thousands of RAW images after a shoot, which slows workflow and reduces time for creative work.
Solution
Narrative provides an AI‑powered desktop application that automates image import, rapid culling, and style‑consistent editing. The software imports RAW files in seconds, uses AI assessments to rank and filter images, and applies a trained AI Preset that replicates the photographer’s editing style. Users can ship selected images directly to Lightroom with a single click, where the preset continues to learn and improve. The tool operates offline on macOS and Windows, integrates with existing Lightroom workflows, and includes additional utilities such as face/eye assessments, batch cropping, and instant image navigation.
Target Audience
Professional and advanced hobbyist photographers who manage large RAW collections and use Lightroom for post‑processing.
Features
- Fast bulk import of thousands of RAW files from memory cards with simultaneous backup creation
- AI First Pass assessments that rank, rate, and hide low‑quality images, reducing visible set by 20‑30%
- Close‑up, face, and eye focus panels for quick identification of key subjects
- One‑click export to Lightroom with AI Preset that applies the photographer’s style automatically
- Custom AI Preset training from as few as 1,500 edited images; presets continuously refine with each edit
- Batch cropping, leveling, and aspect‑ratio adjustments across multiple images
- Full‑screen, keyboard‑driven navigation for instant image transitions without loading delays
- Offline operation with no required cloud uploads, supporting macOS 12+ and Windows 11