Write a shot list first
Start with one product rather than the entire range. List what a buyer needs to understand: size, material, included items and use. For a bag, that might mean an overall view, compartments, fastening, strap and a shot on a person. A list helps you create a useful set instead of many nearly identical photographs.
Build a simple scene near a window
Place the item near soft daylight. If direct sun creates harsh patches, change the time or move the scene. A white sheet of card opposite the window can act as a reflector. Clear unnecessary objects from the background. Avoid mixing different-coloured lights without a reason, as it makes accurate colour harder to achieve.
Work through the shots and check focus
Clean the lens, stabilise the phone and focus on the product. Capture an overall view, a detail and a demonstration of use. Do not rely only on digital zoom: inspect small features in an enlarged preview. Leave space around the item so you can crop it for different placements without losing important parts.
Edit without changing the product
Straighten the frame, adjust brightness and compare the colour with the real item. A strong filter can change a fabric’s shade; excessive smoothing can hide texture. Keep original files separately. Send the designer originals rather than screenshots or repeatedly compressed copies.
Review the set as a small catalogue
Look through the images on a phone. Is it clear which item is for sale and what is included? Put product references in file names. If decorative objects appear, clarify whether they are part of the order. Save the shot list as a template for the next session so the range stays visually consistent.
An example shot sequence
An illustrative shot plan, not photographs from a client project.
Before handing over the files
- Colour and included items match the actual product.
- The set includes an overall view, detail and clear scale.
- Images are sharp, the lens is clean and the background is clear.
- Originals are saved and product references appear in file names.