Creative Product Photography from Start to Finish
A course by Weekend Creative, Creative Agency
Explore the entire creative process behind a product photoshoot and learn how to take scroll-stopping images
Creative product photography is an essential tool for brands that seek to stand out. Elle and Arabella from the studio Weekend Creative have built a strong reputation when it comes to creating impactful photos for their clients. They have worked with brands like Blue Bottle Coffee, Benefit Cosmetics, Anecdote Candles, Herbivore, Saint Jane Beauty, and many more.
Discover the duo’s full creative process and shoot your own series of scroll-stopping product photographs. Learn how to apply photography theory to your ideas, develop a concept that fits a brand’s needs, and produce striking product photography using professional tricks and techniques. Are you ready to attract your dream clients?
What will you learn in this online course?
20 lessons & 29 downloads
What's included in this course?
Meet Elle and Arabella, hear about how they started Weekend Creative and what they’ve learned along the way. Discover their sources of inspiration and see the impact it has on their creative photography.
Discover how to create eye-catching imagery for beginners by learning the principles of photography and design. Explore what kind of branding questions you should answer with your product photography, followed by a brainstorming session to plan your shoot. Start developing your own unique concept and see how to create a shooting plan.
Get started with the production phase by exploring the tools and materials you need to build your set design. See where to look for props and get tips for creating, modifying, and styling them. Go through the equipment Arabella and Elle recommend for your photo kit, before going over shooting basics.
Time for your shooting! See how your concept, production, and tools all come together to create three captivating images. Build your scenes, set up your lighting equipment, and take your shots.
Explore Arabella’s workflow to edit your photos in Lightroom, before finalizing your images in Photoshop with her expert retouching techniques. To finish, learn about the importance of sharing your work, whether you’re a beginner or professional photographer, and how to choose the right platform to do so, according to your end goal.
- 98% positive reviews (319)
- 15,331 students
- 20 lessons (3h 11m)
- 29 additional resources (7 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software & tools for this course
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Use the Weekend Creative’s expertise in product photography to capture three eye-catching images.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This creative product photography course is great for beginners or for professional photographers who want to get creative with their product photography work/techniques.
Requirements and materials
Basic photography skills and intermediate-level knowledge of Photoshop are recommended.
As for equipment, you will need a DSLR camera, a tripod, and a computer with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop installed, as well as some tools and props for your photo shoot.
Reviews
Weekend Creative
A course by Weekend Creative
The duo behind Weekend Creative is photographer Arabela and art director Elle. They create powerful images by handling every aspect of a product photoshoot for brands’ product launches, social media, advertising, and more. Their services include art direction, custom set creation, sourcing props, styling, booking talent, production, shooting, and post-production.
Their clients include CamelBak, Blue Bottle Coffee, Benefit Cosmetics, The Honey Pot Company, Anecdote Candles, Saint Jane Beauty, Banza, Herbivore, Packlane, Volition Beauty, and more. They also created Weekend Club, a thriving online community, and run a blog focused on helping other creatives learn and grow.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Us
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Influences
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What Will We Do in This Course?
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U2
The Project
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What Makes an Image Eye-Catching: Principles of Photography
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Choose Your Product: Research
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Shoot Plan and Developing Concepts
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U3
Shoot Preparation
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Set Design
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Props
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Photo Kit and Tools
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Setting Up
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U4
The Shoot
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Shooting Still: Instagram Feed
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Shooting Still: Instagram Story
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Shooting Still: Website Header
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U5
Post-production
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Editing Workflow in Lightroom
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Retouching and Exporting in Photoshop 1
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Retouching and Exporting in Photoshop 2
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Retouching and Exporting in Photoshop 3
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Retouching and Exporting in Photoshop 4
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Retouching and Exporting in Photoshop 5
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Sharing Your Work
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FP
Final project
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Creative Product Photography from Start to Finish
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set your own pace.
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Learn from the best professionals
Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.
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Certificates
PlusIf you're a Plus member, get a custom certificate signed by your teacher for every course. Share it on your portfolio, social media, or wherever you like.
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Get front-row seats
Videos of the highest quality, so you don't miss a single detail. With unlimited access, you can watch them as many times as you need to perfect your technique.
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Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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Connect with a global creative community
The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.
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Watch professionally produced courses
Domestika curates its teacher roster and produces every course in-house to ensure a high-quality online learning experience.
FAQs
This course is designed for intermediate learners, but beginners with basic camera knowledge can also benefit. No advanced experience is required—core concepts are explained step-by-step.
You'll need a camera (DSLR or mirrorless), tripod, basic lighting equipment, props, and access to editing software like Photoshop or Lightroom. Some lessons also suggest affordable DIY tools for set design.
You’ll learn how to develop visual concepts, create mood boards, plan shoots, select props, and design cohesive sets that align with brand identity and storytelling goals.
Yes, the course covers workflows for shooting both fashion editorials and product images tailored for social media, including Instagram Stories and web headers.
Yes, the course includes strategies for networking, client outreach, building a client list, and turning your photography skills into a business.
Absolutely. The course explains studio lighting basics, including equipment, setup, and techniques for creating professional images even if you’re new to studio lighting.
Yes, the course is ideal for self-taught photographers. It emphasizes self-directed learning and provides practical guidance for those without a formal photography background.
Adobe Photoshop
Love this course! Very informative and fun to watch.
¡Muy completo!
Extremely helpful as we get to see everything that goes on in the project in full detail! Great Course!
O curso é incrível, aprendi como fotografar meus próprios para a criação de catálogo e postagens nas redes sociais
great and amazing course!