Glow Portrait 02 Warm Glow | Portrait Film Preset for Lightroom Mobile & Desktop

G2 is for portrait and wedding photographers whose primary shooting window is warm natural light — golden hour, late afternoon, warm window light — and who want a preset that enhances the ambient warmth while keeping skin rendering natural and glowing.

For photographers who find G1 slightly too neutral for their warm-light portrait sessions and want the next step toward golden warmth.

The glow is warm, not overexposed. G2's warmth is calibrated through the color channels — skin is golden and luminous rather than simply brightened.

It flatters skin in warm light specifically. The warm ambient light and G2's golden calibration work together — skin looks its best in the conditions G2 is designed for.

It is the most used preset in the collection for wedding photography. The warm, glowing quality of G2 suits the romantic, warm register of wedding portrait photography particularly well.

1 × G2 Warm Glow DNG file — for Lightroom Mobile
1 × G2 Warm Glow XMP file — for Lightroom Classic
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This preset captures the warm, high-texture aesthetic similar to the legendary G2 filters. It’s the perfect professional alternative for those wanting an analog look that feels "cozy" yet "gritty." By emulating the look of professional film stock exposed to warm, natural light, the G2 ensures your digital shots have a polished, heritage finish that feels authentically retro.

G2 works best in warm natural light — golden hour, afternoon sun, warm window light. In cool or overcast conditions, the warmth reads heavier than intended. For those conditions, G1 is more appropriate.

White balance: 5,200-5,600K, Tint +5 before applying. Preserve the warm ambient rather than neutralising it.

On phone photos: 80-82% strength. Check Orange Saturation after applying — reduce by -3 if skin reads too warm.

What is the difference between G2 and G3? G2 is warm and glowing with a natural, flattering quality. G3 Vibrant Glow is the most characterful preset — more vibrant, more visible presence, stronger film character. G2 for portrait work where natural warmth is the goal, G3 for lifestyle and social media content where visible presence is the goal.

Does G2 work for family portrait photography? Yes — G2's warm, glowing quality is specifically well-suited to family portrait sessions in warm outdoor light. The flattering skin rendering works across multiple subjects in the same frame.