Portrait LabThe Portrait Lab
Built by a photographer, for photographers
The Portrait LabRelight & Reimagine
Professional photo transformation powered by 2.5 years of training on 3 million real photographs... not scraped artwork.
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Ethics matter
As photographers, we understand the concerns around generative tools. That's why The Portrait Lab was built differently. Every image in our training dataset comes from Sam Hurd's own body of work... real photographs, real sessions, real creative vision. No scraped images. No stolen styles. Use it knowing exactly where it came from. Learn more →
See how it's built
From camera to AI—watch the complete journey of ethical model training.
Up to 4K resolution
Generate portraits at 4096 × 4096 pixels—sharp enough for large prints and professional delivery.
Full image • 4096 × 4096
100% crop • Actual pixels
Professional tools, ethical foundation
Layer-based editing meets portrait generation—built for photographers who care about their craft.
Layer-Based Editing
Professional compositing with layers, masks, blend modes, and non-destructive editing workflows.
Layers panel
Blend modes
Masking tools
Light Planning
Get lighting diagrams for any idea, or create custom setups to control what gets generated. Integrates with your actual equipment list so every plan is achievable.
Lighting plans
Custom diagrams
Equipment sync
Pro Integration
Seamless workflow with Lightroom and Photoshop. Edit in Portrait Lab, finish in your favorite tools.
Lightroom plugin
Photoshop export
Generative Effects
Add film grain, light leaks, and texture overlays—each one uniquely generated for every photo and layer. No repeated patterns, ever.
Film grain textures
Light leak overlays
Save Your Favorites
Save your favorite looks and apply them instantly. Build a library of styles, share presets with your team, or start from community favorites.
Preset library
Batch generation
Ethically Trained
Built on open source models and a custom dataset of 3 million images from Sam Hurd Photography. No scraped artwork. No stolen styles. Every output includes SynthID watermarking for transparent AI detection. Just real photography, responsible AI, & a metric ton of work.
Training dataset samples
Quality verification
AI Content Labeling
All images processed by The Portrait Lab include invisible SynthID watermarks. These watermarks can be detected by compatible tools without affecting image quality, promoting transparency in AI-generated content.
Learn about SynthIDOpen Source Foundation
The techniques used in The Portrait Lab are based on publicly available AI research. Similar results can be achieved with these open-source tools:
See the shot before you take it
Describe a lighting setup and get a photorealistic preview, rendered so accurately you can plan your entire shoot before stepping into the studio. Every diagram syncs with your actual gear, so you know it's achievable.
- Photorealistic previews that match real-world results
- Drag and drop lights to customize your setup
- Plans sync with your gear—use what you actually own
See it in action
Watch how The Portrait Lab transforms your workflow.
Create with confidence
Download The Portrait Lab and start exploring. Built on a foundation you can trust.
About the Creator
Sam Hurd is a Washington D.C.-based photographer with over 15 years of experience capturing weddings, portraits, and creative editorial work. His distinctive style, marked by dramatic lighting, bold color, and experimental techniques, has been featured in publications worldwide.
Generative AI in photography is a complicated topic. Sam believes there's a way forward where these tools help photographers rather than exploit them. With a BS in Information and Computer Science, his photography background, and 15 years of his own work to train on, The Portrait Lab is his attempt to prove it.
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