Black and white photo of children hard at work.
Black and white photo of children hard at work.

The Noir & Silver Archive | Professional Monochrome & B&W Presets for Lightroom Desktop & Mobile

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THE NOIR & SILVER ARCHIVE: The Soul of Shadow

When you strip away color, you reveal the soul. The Noir & Silver Archive is a return to the roots of photography—an era where light, shadow, and texture told the whole story. This isn't just a "black and white filter"; it’s a digital darkroom designed to give your images the weight, authority, and timelessness of a silver-halide print.

From the high-contrast grit of a New York subway to the silent, misty peaks of the Himalayas, this archive is for the storyteller who knows that sometimes, color is just a distraction.

The Presets Explained (4 Variations Included):

  • B1 (The Classic): The ultimate monochrome all-rounder. It delivers a balanced, neutral gray scale with soft transitions. Perfect for portraits in Nepal or daily life in Vietnam where you want a clean, professional look.

  • B5 (The Silver Screen): High contrast, deep blacks, and heavy organic grain. This is your "Street Style" essential. It turns a simple NYC street corner into a cinematic masterpiece.

  • X1 (The Faded Film): A muted, low-contrast monochrome with "lifted" shadows. It creates a dreamy, matte look that is perfect for minimalist architecture and quiet landscapes in New Zealand.

  • P5 (Monochrome Noir): Based on the legendary P5 logic but stripped of color. It’s raw, edgy, and handles flash photography beautifully—ideal for late-night "candid" shots and urban exploration.

THE NOIR & SILVER ARCHIVE: The Soul of Shadow

When you strip away color, you reveal the soul. The Noir & Silver Archive is a return to the roots of photography—an era where light, shadow, and texture told the whole story. This isn't just a "black and white filter"; it’s a digital darkroom designed to give your images the weight, authority, and timelessness of a silver-halide print.

From the high-contrast grit of a New York subway to the silent, misty peaks of the Himalayas, this archive is for the storyteller who knows that sometimes, color is just a distraction.

The Presets Explained (4 Variations Included):

  • B1 (The Classic): The ultimate monochrome all-rounder. It delivers a balanced, neutral gray scale with soft transitions. Perfect for portraits in Nepal or daily life in Vietnam where you want a clean, professional look.

  • B5 (The Silver Screen): High contrast, deep blacks, and heavy organic grain. This is your "Street Style" essential. It turns a simple NYC street corner into a cinematic masterpiece.

  • X1 (The Faded Film): A muted, low-contrast monochrome with "lifted" shadows. It creates a dreamy, matte look that is perfect for minimalist architecture and quiet landscapes in New Zealand.

  • P5 (Monochrome Noir): Based on the legendary P5 logic but stripped of color. It’s raw, edgy, and handles flash photography beautifully—ideal for late-night "candid" shots and urban exploration.

The Studio Archive | 100+ Professional Lightroom Presets for Lightroom Desktop & Mobile
The Studio Archive | 100+ Professional Lightroom Presets for Lightroom Desktop & Mobile
$79.95
 

    • Tonal Precision: Specifically engineered to preserve detail in both the brightest highlights and the deepest shadows.

      • Timeless Authority: Instantly gives a "fine-art" quality to photos that might otherwise feel cluttered or poorly lit.

      • Organic Film Texture: Includes custom grain profiles that mimic classic 35mm black-and-white film stocks like Tri-X or Ilford.

      • Universal Compatibility: Works seamlessly on iOS, Android, and Desktop (Lightroom Mobile & Desktop).

    • 4x Professional Presets (B1, P5, X1, B5) for Lightroom MOBILE (.DNG files).The Sunset Setup: Import the Archive into Lightroom.

    • 4x Professional Presets (B1, P5, X1, B5) for Lightroom DESKTOP (.XMP files).

    • The Editing Studio Installation Guide: A step-by-step PDF to get you started in seconds.

    • Step 1: The Darkroom Setup Import The Noir & Silver Archive into your Lightroom app. Think of this as stepping into a professional darkroom where you control the mood through light and contrast alone.

      Step 2: Study the Light Black and white photography is all about "Luminance." Before applying the preset, look for photos with strong shapes, leading lines, or dramatic shadows. These presets thrive when there is a clear distinction between light and dark.

      Step 3: Choose Your Narrative

      • Select B1 (The Classic): For an honest, balanced look. Use this for portraits where the emotion in the eyes is the most important element.

      • Select B5 (The Silver Screen): For drama and grit. Apply this to your NYC street photography or high-action scenes to make them feel legendary.

      • Select X1 (The Faded Film): For a soft, architectural vibe. Perfect for minimalist shots where you want a calm, artistic atmosphere.

      • Select P5 (Monochrome Noir): For that "Indie" edge. Best used with flash or harsh artificial light for a raw, unpolished look.

      Step 4: Master the Contrast Pro-tip: To make your B&W shots really "sing," go to the "Light" panel and experiment with the Blacks and Whites sliders. Pushing the whites up and the blacks down will give you that "pulp fiction" high-contrast look, while pulling them back creates a soft, nostalgic haze.

      Step 5: Share the Legacy A monochrome feed stands out in a world of saturated colors. Use the Noir & Silver Archive to create a series that feels curated and high-end. Tag @TheEditingStudio and use #NoirSilverArchive to be featured in our Monochrome Showcase.

Edited with VSCO B1

Monochrome street photography of a group of people in a mountainous landscape, edited with VSCO B1 preset for a timeless analog film aesthetic.

Edited with VSCO B5

Black and white architectural photography of the Brooklyn Bridge in New York, featuring high contrast and deep shadows via the VSCO B5 preset.

Edited with VSCO X1

Minimalist black and white city street scene in New York with a signature high-fade matte finish, optimized with the VSCO X1 preset.

Edited with VSCO B1

Atmospheric monochrome landscape of the Himalaya mountains in Nepal, emphasizing natural textures and clouds with the VSCO B1 preset.

Edited with VSCO P5 B&W

Raw black and white lifestyle photography of a man resting in a workshop, featuring an edgy noir mood and grain using the VSCO P5 preset in monochrome mode.