Amazon Photography Using Invisible Mannequins

1. Amazon Photography Using Invisible Mannequins • Here is what we will cover • Ghost Mannequins  • Model/Mannequin Selection • Equipment and Setup • Photographing the product • Creating a 3D Image  • Speedypro Photos

2. Ghost Mannequins Images seem more professional and consistent when you use mannequins; they hold their shape which increases customer desireability. However, mannequins can be distracting but a great alternative available is creating a ghost mannequin effect for your product images. Although this type of image creation  may appear difficult to reproduce, it becomes achievable when you follow each step properly.  Here is a simple start-to-finish guide for you to learn how to use post-production image editing to create a “ghost mannequin effect” for all your ecommerce product photography.

3. Model/ Mannequin Selection In order to create the “ghost mannequin” illusion (AKA “invisible mannequin”), you will need to first photograph your product being worn by a model or a mannequin from various angles. You can also use these images in your product galleries alongside any “ghost” images that you create. If you are using a real model, make sure to use a static pose, as shown above. Style your model minimally and tie up long long hair to avoid image obstruction.  These will also make image editing much easier.

4. Equipment and SetUp The camera, lighting techniques, equipment, and placement all come into play here, depending on each particular product that you’re shooting. You will need professional photography equipment or better still use a professional photographer because the lower the quality of your photographs, the less appeal the ghost mannequin effect will be able to add to those images. 

5. Photographing the Product Make sure that your studio shooting space is large enough to accommodate your camera and tripod for invisible mannequin shoots: two studio lights and umbrellas spaced evenly apart on either side of the product, and backdrop.

6. Creating a 3D Image Firstly  capture a front and back view of your product being worn by your mannequin or model. After that, style and hang your product on a piece of white foam board and photograph both the front and back views again; these foam board shots will allow you to include the inner areas of the garment once you combine the images together. 

7. SpeedyPro Photos Outsourcing this work may save your company a great deal of time and frustration in the long run, but if budget constraints require you to make the edits yourself, follow these seven simple steps to create your own ghost mannequin effect in Photoshop. To achieve the above requirements you will need a photographer that understands them and has experience with Amazon.   SpeedyPro Photos shows your product in its best light from all relevant angles. We have a team that takes images even on a white background, helping to create an outstanding look. 

8. SpeedyPro Photos The team has professional photographers efficiently acclimatized to the specific needs of the customer rather than adopting a "one shot beautifies all approach".  We understand that time is of the essence and hence we aim for the highest standards while taking no more time than is necessary to have your photos captured and edited. This makes SpeedyPro Photos ideal for ecommerce businesses especially Amazon because we believe high-quality product photography is a key to sales.

9. SpeedyPro Photos The team has professional photographers efficiently acclimatized to the specific needs of the customer rather than adopting a "one shot beautifies all approach".  We understand that time is of the essence and hence we aim for the highest standards while taking no more time than is necessary to have your photos captured and edited. This makes SpeedyPro Photos ideal for ecommerce businesses especially Amazon because we believe high-quality product photography is a key to sales.