A collection of 6 premium Lightroom presets that authentically recreate the nostalgic look and feel of 1970s photography. Transform your modern digital images into vintage masterpieces with these carefully crafted presets.

Description

Vintage Fade

Emulate the classic faded look of vintage 70s photographs with this preset. It reduces contrast and saturation while adding a warm tone to shadows and highlights. The subtle grain effect and vignetting recreate the authentic feel of aged film prints from the 1970s. Perfect for portraits, landscapes, and street photography that need a timeless, nostalgic quality.

Warm Nostalgia

Capture the warm, golden ambiance of 1970s summer memories with this preset. It enhances orange and yellow tones while adding a rich warmth to the overall image. The preset features increased shadow detail and a touch of grain for that authentic film look. Ideal for outdoor photography, family portraits, and travel images that deserve a sun-kissed, nostalgic glow.

Kodachrome Classic

Inspired by the iconic Kodachrome film that defined 1970s photography, this preset delivers rich, vibrant colors with the distinctive look of this legendary film stock. It features enhanced contrast, vibrant reds and yellows, and the characteristic Kodachrome color signature. Perfect for travel photography, landscapes, and any images where you want to recreate the timeless look of vintage magazine and documentary photography.

Retro Film

Recreate the look of consumer-grade film from the 1970s with this authentic preset. It features reduced saturation, enhanced grain, and a slight color shift that mimics the imperfections of affordable film stocks from the era. The preset adds pronounced vignetting and shadow tinting for that genuine vintage feel. Ideal for street photography, candid shots, and everyday moments that deserve a touch of retro charm.

Disco Era

Capture the vibrant energy and colorful aesthetic of the 1970s disco era with this bold preset. It features enhanced saturation, boosted purple and magenta tones, and increased contrast for that dynamic disco look. The preset maintains a moderate grain effect while emphasizing the vivid colors that defined the era. Perfect for nightlife photography, portraits with colorful lighting, and creative projects that need that distinctive 70s flair.

Polaroid Memory

Recreate the distinctive look of Polaroid instant photography from the 1970s with this authentic preset. It features the characteristic overexposed look, reduced contrast, and color shifts typical of Polaroid film from the era. The preset adds heavy grain, pronounced vignetting, and subtle color tinting to shadows for that unmistakable Polaroid charm. Ideal for casual portraits, everyday moments, and any image where you want to evoke the spontaneous, imperfect beauty of instant photography.

Usage Tips

– These presets work best with well-exposed images
– For the most authentic look, slightly overexpose your images before applying the presets
– Adjust the grain amount based on your output size – reduce for large prints
– Fine-tune the white balance after applying presets to match the specific 70s look you’re targeting
– For the most authentic film look, shoot in soft, diffused lighting conditions

Enjoy your journey back to the 1970s with these premium vintage presets!