How to prepare product photos for AI generation

Choose a hero reference that contains evidence

A good source photograph is a record of the product, rather than a finished advertisement. Keep the entire object visible, use a simple background and remove distracting props. Photograph reflective surfaces with broad, soft illumination so the edge is visible without a blown highlight. For an amber bottle, the cap shape, label placement and liquid color should all remain readable.

Do not combine different sizes, flavors or previous packaging editions in the same request. The generator may blend those details. If your hero view shows only the front, add a side view for an unusual dispenser and a close view for a small mark. Keep the main view first and make the brief identify which variant is authoritative.

Build a small reference set

Itemlume Product images accepts up to six product images. You do not need to fill all six slots. More views help only when they add consistent information. PNG, JPG and WebP are supported; export a normal photograph rather than a screenshot full of interface controls.

Use the references in Itemlume

1. Open Product images and upload the selected views.
2. Describe the product name, exact variant, factual selling points and intended scene. State which visible details must remain unchanged.
3. Choose one initial image role and aspect ratio. Keep the model option off if a person contributes no useful context.
4. Generate one image, compare it with the source, then decide whether to make the rest of the set.

If a label is wrong, first inspect the input at full size. Retake the photograph when the source text itself cannot be read. If the input is clear but the result still invents lettering, reject that result or correct the artwork in an appropriate editor. Do not treat a convincing photograph as proof of accurate packaging.

Approve the product, then the scene

Check the silhouette, component count, opening mechanism, color and label before judging background quality. A beautiful table scene with the wrong cap is not an approved product image. Then inspect contact shadows, reflections and scale: the bottle should sit on the surface rather than float above it.

• Compare the result and source at a useful zoom level.
• Check fine print and logos character by character.
• Confirm that props do not imply accessories are included.
• Keep an approved reference and rejected-result notes for the next request.