Magazine Photography MCP

{ "name": "Product Photography", "technical": { "focal_length": "85-135mm for minimal distortion, 50mm standard, macro lenses for detail shots", "depth_of_field": "Variable - deep DOF for overall product clarity, shallow for hero shots and luxury items", "shutter_speed": "1/60s to 1/250s, often tripod-mounted for consistency", "lighting": "Controlled studio lighting with softboxes, diffusers, reflectors; key, fill, and rim lighting setup", "camera_format": "Full-frame DSLR/mirrorless, medium format for high-end commercial work" }, "aesthetic": { "composition": "Clean, centered compositions; rule of thirds for lifestyle context; negative space emphasis", "subject_background": "Seamless white/gray backgrounds, or contextual environments that don't compete with product", "tonal_range": "High contrast with retained detail in highlights and shadows; even tonal distribution", "color_approach": "Accurate color reproduction; neutral backgrounds; brand-consistent color schemes", "texture_detail": "Sharp, detailed rendering of product textures; emphasis on material quality and craftsmanship" }, "shooting_approach": { "subject_distance": "Close enough to show product details clearly while maintaining context", "angle_perspective": "Straight-on, 45-degree angles, overhead flat lays; multiple angles for comprehensive coverage", "subject_relationship": "Formal, pristine presentation; products often isolated or in carefully staged contexts", "environment": "Primarily controlled studio environments; occasional lifestyle settings for context" }, "context": { "typical_uses": [ "E-commerce catalogs", "Advertising campaigns", "Marketing materials", "Social media content" ], "historical_context": "Evolved from catalog photography in early 1900s; revolutionized by digital photography and e-commerce", "key_characteristics": "Clean presentation, accurate representation, consistent lighting, brand alignment", "related_styles": [ "Still life photography", "Commercial photography", "Advertising photography" ] }, "era_variants": { "has_temporal_variations": true, "notes": "Evolution from formal catalog style to lifestyle integration; social media influence creating more casual, contextual approaches" }, "confidence_score": "HIGH", "generated_at": "2025-11-13T09:25:43.479752", "llm_model": "claude-sonnet-4-20250514" }