NBP LUTs: Monochrome

48 crafted LUTs for monochrome conversion / looks designed to inspire you to explore black and white possibilities in photos and video.

Why these LUTs work:

• Curve-driven contrast – carefully shaped shadow, midtone, and highlight balance
• Smooth roll-offs – 64-point 3D grids give more precision and cleaner interpolation than standard 32³ LUTs
• Refined finishing – contrast tuned in blend modes to protect natural detail

What you get:

• 48 original LUTs
• Delivered in both .cube and .3dl formats
• 64-point grid resolution for enhanced smoothness and headroom

Compatibility:

• Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects – use either .cube or .3dl
• DaVinci Resolve – use the included .cube files for best results
• Final Cut Pro – supports .cube (not .3dl), so use the .cube versions via the Custom LUT effect
• Other apps – most modern color-aware editors and photo software accept .cube LUTs

How to use:

• Photographers: add as a Color Lookup adjustment layer in Photoshop, then refine with opacity, masks, or additional curves.
• Filmmakers: apply in Lumetri, Resolve nodes, or Final Cut Pro's LUT effect. Set your exposure and white balance first, then drop in the look, and finish with fine contrast adjustments or whatever else inspires you.

Do these simply replace grading?
Up to you, but not necessarily. Think of each LUT as a cinematic starting point. Dial it in to taste with your normal adjustments.  Sometimes, of course, of a LUT just works "as is" and your work here is done!

Will these work on raw photos?
Yes, of course, just apply in Photoshop after your base raw processing (in LR, C1 or ACR). They’re especially great for portraits (editorial, fashion) but fit supremely well into color look for all genres of photography 

Which format should I use?
Use .cube for the widest compatibility in Premiere Pro, Resolve, Final Cut Pro, most NLEs and photo editors. (The .3dl versions are included for Adobe and legacy workflows.)