Product Photography
Create professional product images with AI via inference.sh CLI.
Quick Start
Requires inference.sh CLI (infsh ). Get installation instructions: npx skills add inference-sh/skills@agent-tools
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Clean studio packshot
infsh app run bytedance/seedream-4-5 --input '{ "prompt": "professional product photography, single premium wireless headphone on clean white background, soft studio lighting with subtle shadow, commercial e-commerce style, sharp focus, 4K quality", "size": "2K" }'
Shot Types
- Hero Shot (Primary Image)
The main image customers see first. Clean, focused, aspirational.
infsh app run bytedance/seedream-4-5 --input '{ "prompt": "hero product shot, premium smartwatch floating at slight angle, clean gradient background transitioning from white to light grey, dramatic rim lighting, subtle reflection below, commercial photography, magazine quality, sharp details", "size": "2K" }'
Rule Why
Product fills 80% of frame Maximizes visual impact
Slight angle (15-30 degrees) Adds dimension vs flat front-on
One hero light + fill Creates depth without harsh shadows
Neutral or brand-color background Keeps focus on product
- Packshot (E-Commerce White Background)
Amazon, Shopify, and most marketplaces require pure white backgrounds.
Pure white background packshot
infsh app run bytedance/seedream-4-5 --input '{ "prompt": "product packshot, leather wallet standing upright at slight angle on pure white background #FFFFFF, soft even studio lighting, no shadows, e-commerce product photography, Amazon listing style, clean sharp focus", "size": "2K" }'
Amazon Requirements:
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Pure white background (RGB 255, 255, 255)
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Product fills 85%+ of frame
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No props, text, logos, or watermarks
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Minimum 1000px on longest side (1600px+ recommended for zoom)
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JPEG or PNG, sRGB color
- Lifestyle Shot
Product in context — shows how it's used or where it belongs.
infsh app run bytedance/seedream-4-5 --input '{ "prompt": "lifestyle product photography, premium coffee mug on rustic wooden table beside an open book and reading glasses, morning sunlight streaming through window, cozy home atmosphere, shallow depth of field, warm tones, editorial style", "size": "2K" }'
- Scale Shot
Shows product size relative to familiar objects or human hands.
infsh app run falai/flux-dev-lora --input '{ "prompt": "product scale photography, compact portable speaker held in one hand, person showing how small and portable it is, clean blurred background, natural lighting, lifestyle tech photography", "width": 1024, "height": 1024 }'
- Detail / Close-Up Shot
Highlights texture, material quality, or specific features.
infsh app run bytedance/seedream-4-5 --input '{ "prompt": "extreme close-up product detail, premium leather bag stitching and grain texture, macro photography, shallow depth of field, soft directional lighting highlighting texture, luxury product photography, editorial quality", "size": "2K" }'
- Group / Collection Shot
Multiple products or variants together.
infsh app run bytedance/seedream-4-5 --input '{ "prompt": "product collection flat lay photography, three skincare bottles arranged in triangular composition on marble surface, minimal props, soft overhead lighting, beauty product photography, editorial style, coordinated brand aesthetic", "size": "2K" }'
Camera Angles
Angle Best For Prompt Keyword
Eye level Most products, relatable "eye level shot", "straight on"
Slight above (30°) Flat lay, food, cosmetics "overhead angle", "45 degree angle"
Bird's eye (90°) Flat lay compositions "flat lay", "top down", "overhead"
Low angle Making products look powerful/premium "low angle", "looking up at product"
3/4 angle Most versatile, shows depth "three-quarter view", "slight angle"
Lighting Setups
Setup Look Prompt Keywords
Soft box (diffused) Even, minimal shadows "soft studio lighting", "diffused light"
Rim/edge lighting Dramatic outline glow "rim lighting", "edge light", "backlit"
Natural window Warm, authentic, lifestyle "natural window light", "golden hour"
Hard directional Strong shadows, editorial "dramatic directional lighting", "hard shadow"
Flat/even E-commerce, no shadows "even lighting", "no shadows", "flat light"
Shadow Types
Shadow Effect When to Use
No shadow Clean, floating Amazon/e-commerce requirements
Contact shadow Tiny shadow where product meets surface Grounded but clean
Drop shadow Soft shadow below product Adds depth, professional
Dramatic shadow Long, directional shadow Editorial, luxury, mood
Reflection Mirror-like surface below Tech, luxury, premium feel
Background Guide
Background Best For Prompt Keywords
Pure white (#FFFFFF) E-commerce, marketplaces "pure white background"
Light grey gradient Hero shots, premium "gradient background white to grey"
Marble/stone Luxury, beauty, jewelry "marble surface"
Wood/rustic Artisan, food, natural products "rustic wooden table"
Colored (brand) Brand consistency "background color [hex]"
Lifestyle environment Context shots "kitchen counter", "desk", "bathroom shelf"
Composition Rules
Rule Application
Rule of thirds Place product at intersection points for lifestyle shots
Center dominant E-commerce/packshots — product dead center
Negative space Leave room for text overlay if marketing use
Leading lines Use table edges, shadows to draw eye to product
Odd numbers Groups of 3 or 5 products look better than 2 or 4
Triangle composition Arrange 3 items in a triangle for balance
E-Commerce Image Set
A complete product listing needs 7-9 images in this order:
Position Image Type Purpose
1 Hero / packshot Primary listing image, white background
2 Lifestyle Product in use/context
3 Feature callout Key feature highlighted
4 Scale reference Size in hand or next to known object
5 Detail close-up Material quality, craftsmanship
6 Alternate angle Back or side view
7 Infographic Dimensions, specs, what's included
8 Packaging Unboxing experience
9 Social proof Rating overlay or lifestyle with caption
Generate a complete e-commerce set
1. Hero packshot
infsh app run bytedance/seedream-4-5 --input '{ "prompt": "product packshot, premium bluetooth speaker on pure white background, slight angle, soft studio lighting, subtle contact shadow, e-commerce photography, sharp, 4K", "size": "2K" }' --no-wait
2. Lifestyle
infsh app run bytedance/seedream-4-5 --input '{ "prompt": "lifestyle product photography, bluetooth speaker on poolside table, summer setting, sunglasses and drink nearby, warm natural light, vacation vibes, editorial style", "size": "2K" }' --no-wait
3. Detail
infsh app run bytedance/seedream-4-5 --input '{ "prompt": "extreme close-up of speaker grille texture and premium materials, macro product photography, soft lighting, showing build quality, sharp detail", "size": "2K" }' --no-wait
4. Scale
infsh app run falai/flux-dev-lora --input '{ "prompt": "person holding compact bluetooth speaker in one hand, showing portable size, clean blurred background, natural light, lifestyle tech photography", "width": 1024, "height": 1024 }' --no-wait
Product Categories
Food & Beverage
Key: overhead angles, natural light, visible texture, steam/freshness cues Prompt add: "food photography, appetizing, fresh, natural daylight, shallow depth of field" Avoid: artificial-looking colors, perfectly symmetrical plating (looks fake)
Jewelry & Accessories
Key: macro detail, reflective surfaces, black or gradient backgrounds Prompt add: "jewelry photography, macro, sparkle, reflective surface, luxury" Avoid: flat lighting (kills sparkle), busy backgrounds
Electronics & Tech
Key: clean lines, dark or gradient backgrounds, rim lighting Prompt add: "tech product photography, sleek, modern, rim lighting, premium" Avoid: warm/rustic backgrounds (wrong aesthetic)
Cosmetics & Beauty
Key: flat lay or slight angle, marble/clean surfaces, soft pastels Prompt add: "beauty product photography, clean, minimal, soft light, editorial" Avoid: harsh shadows, dark moody lighting (unless luxury/niche)
Apparel & Fashion
Key: on model or flat lay, lifestyle context, brand mood Prompt add: "fashion photography, editorial, styled, natural pose" Avoid: pure white background for lifestyle (save for e-commerce only)
Image Editing Workflow
Generate base product image
infsh app run bytedance/seedream-4-5 --input '{ "prompt": "premium headphones on white background, studio product photography", "size": "2K" }'
Edit: change background to lifestyle
infsh app run bytedance/seededit-3-0-i2i --input '{ "prompt": "change the background to a modern minimalist desk setup with warm afternoon light, keep the headphones exactly the same", "image": "headphones-white.png" }'
Upscale for print
infsh app run falai/topaz-image-upscaler --input '{ "image": "headphones-lifestyle.png" }'
Common Mistakes
Mistake Problem Fix
Busy backgrounds Product gets lost Clean, simple backgrounds — product is the star
Flat front-on angle Looks like a mugshot Slight 15-30° angle adds dimension
Wrong lighting for category Tech on rustic wood, food in cold light Match lighting to product category conventions
Too many props Distracts from product Max 2-3 supporting props for lifestyle shots
Inconsistent style across set Looks unprofessional Same lighting setup, same background family
No scale reference Customers can't judge size Include at least one shot with hands or known objects
Low resolution Can't zoom, looks amateur Generate at 2K+ and upscale if needed
Perfectly centered everything Static, boring layout Use rule of thirds for lifestyle, center only for packshots
Related Skills
npx skills add inference-sh/skills@ai-image-generation npx skills add inference-sh/skills@flux-image npx skills add inference-sh/skills@prompt-engineering
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