Creative product photography

Images that stop the scroll. Levitation, liquids in motion, coloured backgrounds and props, designed around your brand.

Levitating Nivea body milk with a wave of milk on a blue background
Nivea, levitation and a milk wave
Laundry perfume with flying strawberries
ToTap, flying strawberries
Creative LyoPro photo on a coloured background
LyoPro, coloured background
LyoPro freeze-dried chicken hearts falling out of a pouch on a yellow background
LyoPro, chicken hearts

What is creative product photography?

Creative product photography places the product in a designed scene: a coloured background, props, levitation, liquids in motion or a play of light. Unlike a packshot, it doesn't just show what the product looks like; it evokes emotion and makes the brand memorable. It works well on social media, in advertising campaigns and on website home pages.

What I can create for you

  • Levitation. The product floats in the air, like the Voňky air fresheners or the Mišel hairbrush.
  • Liquids in motion. Milk, water or cream in motion, captured in a single moment.
  • Backgrounds in your brand colours. The photo then fits the look of your website and campaign.
  • Ingredients and props. Fruit, flowers or yoghurt that hint at how the product smells or tastes.
  • Lifestyle scenes. The product in the setting where it's really used.
  • Composites. A final image built from several exposures when one shot isn't enough.

How is a creative photo made?

  • Concept. I'll send ideas, a sketch or a moodboard. You don't need your own idea.
  • Preparation. I build the background, get the props and test the lighting.
  • Shoot. I take several exposures so that both the product and the motion around it are sharp.
  • Post-production. I combine the shots, clean them up and fine-tune the colours to your brand.

Case study: levitating Voňky air fresheners

Red levitating car air freshener

Brno-based Voňky makes custom car air fresheners. I designed levitating trees, because that's how they hang in a car and nothing distracts in the photo. Read the full case study

Frequently asked questions about creative photography

All questions
Do I need a clear idea of what the photos should look like?

No. I'll suggest my own ideas, we'll go through yours and I'll explain the pros and cons of each option. It helps if you send a few photos you like, for example from competitors.

How much does product photography cost?

A white-background photo costs from CZK 300, a creative photo from CZK 450 and a lifestyle photo CZK 900 per shot. Each order includes a one-off fee for setting up the scene and lighting, from CZK 600. The exact price depends on the number of products, the material and the style. I'll send a no-obligation quote within 1–3 working days. Full price list

Can I use the photos without restrictions?

The price includes a licence for your website, online shop and social media. For print, advertising campaigns, packaging or outdoor advertising (billboards, posters, banners, car wraps) there is a 50% surcharge, or we can agree individually.

How long does delivery take?

I'll send a quote within 1–3 working days of your enquiry. Depending on the size of the order, I usually deliver the finished photos within 10 working days of receiving the products. If you're in a hurry, I can do express delivery within 3 working days for a 30% surcharge.

Let's photograph your products

What to include in your message:
  • what the product is and how many photos you need
  • what they will be used for (online shop, social media, flyers, billboards)
  • which style you prefer (white background, creative, your own idea)
  • when you need the photos
dalibor@dalibornovotny.cz +420 603 472 099 České Budějovice, Czech Republic

Write to me

I'll send you ideas and a quote within 1–3 working days.

The enquiry is free and non-binding.