Great product photography sells. Poor photography doesn’t, no matter how good your actual products are. Here’s how to get decent shots without a professional studio.
Use natural light. Set up near a large window on an overcast day. Direct sunlight creates harsh shadows; cloudy skies give you soft, even lighting that works brilliantly for products.
Create a simple backdrop. A sheet of white card or paper creates a clean, professional background. Curve it from vertical to horizontal to avoid hard lines in your shots.
Keep your phone steady. Use a tripod or prop your phone against something stable. Shaky hands mean blurry photos that scream amateur.
Take multiple angles. Front, back, sides, detail shots, product in use. Give customers a complete picture of what they’re buying.
Edit consistently. Pick an editing style and stick with it across all your products. Consistency makes your store look professional. Even free apps like Snapseed can help with brightness and contrast.
Proper product photography is one of the best investments you can make for your online shop. If budget allows, consider hiring a professional for your hero products at least.
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