Speak the Language
AI models are trained on millions of photos. To get a photo back, you need to use the words photographers use.
Key Details
1. Be Specific
Don't just say "a cup." Talk about the material.
- Subject: "A ceramic coffee mug with a chipped rim."
- Atmosphere: "Steam rising, condensation droplets."
- Camera: "85mm lens, f/1.8 aperture (this blurs the background), ISO 200 (this makes it crisp)."
2. Textures Matter
Realism is in the imperfections. Tell the AI about the surface:
- Skin: "Skin pores," "natural imperfections," "unretouched."
- Metal: "Brushed aluminum," "fingerprints."
- Fabric: "Heavy wool knit," "frayed edges."
Cheat Sheets
The Product Shot
“Professional studio photography of [product], sitting on [surface], dramatic rim lighting, soft fill light from right, 100mm macro lens, 8k resolution, sharp focus.”
The Portrait
“Close-up portrait of [subject], natural lighting, shallow depth of field, bokeh background, detailed eyes, Kodak Portra 400 film grain, raw photo.”
Troubleshooting
- Plastic Skin? Add keywords like "skin texture" and "pores."
- Flat Lighting? Ask for "volumetric lighting" or "side lighting."
- Too Perfect? Real photos have dirt. Add "dust," "scratches," or "film grain."
If you can pass the "glance test," you win. Start your virtual photography studio.
