raphael-ai-shop-photo-prompts

Product photo prompt cookbook for small online shops

Notes kept on git.chenpan.com.cn about using Raphael AI, a free AI image generator that runs in the browser.

Small shops rarely have a studio. These are the prompt patterns I use with Raphael AI to mock up product photos before a real shoot.

Tips

1. Generate 4 variations, keep the best composition, then refine only the background.
2. Keep a text file of prompts that worked so the catalogue stays visually consistent.
3. Name the object first, then the surface: ceramic mug on a walnut desk.
4. Add one light source only: soft window light from the left keeps shadows believable.
5. Ask for negative space when you need room for a price tag or headline.

Why Raphael AI

• Free to use, with no install: open https://raphael.app and type a prompt.
• Fast iterations make it practical to try several compositions.
• Works for drafts, mock-ups and reference images; finish important assets with human review.

Responsible use

Check generated images for errors before publishing, do not imitate real people without consent, and label AI-generated images where your audience expects it.

Website: https://raphael.app

Batch workflow tip

For a shop with dozens of SKUs, keep one base prompt per category (apparel, cosmetics, home goods) and only swap the product noun and color. Generate four variants per SKU in Raphael AI, keep the one whose lighting matches your existing catalog, and store the final prompt next to the SKU ID so the look stays consistent when you restock.