skylum

Skylum is a software company that develops photo editing tools for photographers. The company is best known for Luminar, a standalone image editor; Aurora HDR, a high-dynamic-range image processor; and AirMagic, an automated drone photo editor. Skylum products are designed for macOS and Windows, with a focus on AI-assisted workflows that aim to simplify common editing tasks for both hobbyists and professionals.

Skylum originated as Macphun, a Mac-focused developer of photo software, and adopted the Skylum name to reflect a broader product line and cross-platform support. The rebranding accompanied a shift toward artificial intelligence-powered features and expanded platform availability, as the company broadened its product ecosystem beyond macOS.

Key features across Skylum software include AI-based enhancements, such as automatic image adjustments, AI sky replacement, and scene-aware editing. The Luminar line has evolved through multiple generations to emphasize speed, non-destructive editing, and a streamlined user experience, while Aurora HDR focuses on HDR merging and tone-mapping, and AirMagic targets drone imagery processing.

The company operates globally, selling software through its website and via partner channels. Skylum has positioned itself as a developer of AI-driven tools intended to accelerate editing workflows and empower photographers to achieve professional results with less manual effort.