Welcome to The Curated Lab – your premium space to master studio light, refine your style and create exceptional imagery. Unlock insider techniques of high-end fashion & beauty photography and retouching. From lighting setups to authentic CaptureOne styles, high-end retouching and direct access to industry professionals. For photographers & retouchers who value precision and artistry, this is where mastery begins.
60+ CURATED IMAGES
Every setup, every style, every detail revealed
LIGHT
OUR MISSION
SCULPTING LIGHT
Step inside the world of high-end photography
Why we created The Curated Lab
At The Curated Lab, we believe mastery takes more than technique. It needs knowledge, practice and a space to grow. ´Curated´ is insider access to techniques from the world`s top productions – paired with ongoing dialogue and hands-on feedback from industry professionals. ´Lab´ is experimentation and transformation. We`re here for photographers & retouchers who strive to create work that stands apart. This isn`t just another course. It`s your creative laboratory to refine your craft and elevate your career.
"Per brings an effortless warmth and creative flow to every shoot. His instinct for light and color makes each image feel both spontaneous, yet deeply intentional."
VERONIKA MUELLER
SNAP Collective Publishing
"Per’s creative leadership brings structure, confidence and depth to every artistic process. His sensitivity for visual identity and his instinct for storytelling make him an exceptional collaborator."
ARMIN MORBACH
CEO TUSH Magazine & Ballsaal Artist Management
"Jan is an excellent and experienced retouch artist. For our campaigns for clients like Syoss or Armani as well as for our TUSH Magazine, Jan has proven to be a strong and reliable partner."
LAURENCE DE GROOT
Profoto
“Few photographers combine artistic clarity and technical fluency the way Per does. His ability to translate complex lighting into accessible knowledge makes him a valuable partner for creatives.”
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SELECTED PUBLICATIONS
Logos refer to brands Per Appelgren has photographed for.
EXTRAS
YOUR CREATIVE PLAYGROUND
MOBILE EXPERIENCE
A closer look at mobile.
Refine Your Vision
Get exclusive, premium resources to sharpen every step of your process: 3D lighting setups, CaptureOne Styles, high-end retouching workflows and a full equipment glossary. Book a personal mentorship or schedule a 1:1 session. Plus, join our private community of like-minded creatives for inspiration, growth, live Q&A`s & Portfolio Reviews with industry professionals.
Master the Light
Lighting setups & workflows
Define Your Look
CaptureOne styles & High-End Retouching
Connect & Create
A global community of creatives
EXTRAS
YOUR CREATIVE PLAYGROUND
MOBILE EXPERIENCE
A closer look at mobile.
Refine Your Vision
Get exclusive, premium resources to sharpen every step of your process: 3D lighting setups, CaptureOne Styles, high-end retouching workflows and a full equipment glossary. Book a personal mentorship or schedule a 1:1 session. Plus, join our private community of like-minded creatives for inspiration, growth, live Q&A`s & Portfolio Reviews with industry professionals.
