How to create UGC product images using AI

May 6 (edited) • AI Art Video & Creativity

Let’s talk about a game-changer: UGC-style product images made with zero influencers, zero logistics, and 100% AI.

Authentic-looking content, especially UGC, consistently outperforms polished studio shots on social media. But normally, getting that content means working with creators, influencers, expensy shoots.

Well, SMM's rejoice! With ChatGPT-4o, you can generate stunning, authentic-feeling UGC-style product images using just one good product photo and a few creative prompts. No tech wizardry needed.

Here’s how you can do it in minutes:

🧰 What You’ll Need

Access to ChatGPT with GPT-4o
A high-quality product image (neutral background is best)
(Optional) Brand guidelines + UGC content you like for inspo
Link to full SOP here

📸 Step 1: Choose Your UGC Style Vibe

Pick 3–5 of these elements to guide your look:

Camera: iPhone cam, selfie style, front-facing, slight distortion
Lighting: Golden hour, phone flash, natural shadows
Composition: Off-center, over-the-shoulder, everyday angle
Details: Motion blur, thumb in frame, grainy texture

🧠 Step 2: Use ChatGPT to Build Your Concept

Prompt idea:

“You’re a creative UGC photographer. Give me 3 casual UGC-style ideas for our [Product Name] using:

Camera: iPhone 13
Lighting: Golden hour
Composition: Selfie angle, off-center
Detail: Thumb in corner, slight grain”

Choose the one that feels most on-brand.

🖼 Step 3: Generate the Image with GPT-4o

Upload your product photo + use a detailed prompt like:

“Using the uploaded image, generate a UGC-style product shot. iPhone quality, golden hour lighting through a window, casual shelf background, thumb in the corner, slightly grainy texture.”

You can ask for tweaks too:

“Make it grainier” “Add books and plants in the background” “Adjust the angle slightly”

📸 Step 4: Create a Series (Optional)

Show a sequence for maximum impact:

Holding the product
Using the product
Reacting to the product

⚠️ Heads-Up

Some platforms require AI image disclosure, always double-check posting rules. This works best for physical products, and less so for abstract services. But if you’re short on time, budget, or creator access, this method is pure gold.

Check out the full SOP here

*Courtesy of Ali for eCommerce and Amazon Sellers!

👇 Have a go and drop your results below. Drop a comment if you want help.

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