GPT Image 1.5 Prompt Guide

Master GPT Image 1.5 with proven prompts and techniques. 50+ copy-paste examples for product photography, UI design, marketing, and more.

What Makes a Good Prompt

GPT Image 1.5 understands natural language. You don't need special syntax or magic words. But specific prompts get better results than vague ones.

Bad prompt: "A nice picture" Good prompt: "Product photo of wireless headphones on white background, studio lighting, sharp focus"

Three rules:

Be specific - describe what you see in your mind
Add context - lighting, style, mood, camera angle
Iterate - first try won't always be perfect

Photography Prompts

Product Photography

Perfect for e-commerce, catalogs, and marketing materials.

White Background Studio

Product photo of [item] on pure white background,
professional studio lighting, sharp focus,
commercial photography style

Example:

Product photo of running shoes on pure white background,
professional studio lighting, sharp focus,
commercial photography style

Use case: E-commerce listings, Amazon, Shopify stores

Lifestyle Product Shot

[Product] in natural setting, [describe scene],
soft natural lighting, lifestyle photography,
shallow depth of field

Example:

Wireless headphones on wooden desk next to laptop and coffee cup,
morning sunlight through window, lifestyle photography,
shallow depth of field, focus on headphones

Use case: Instagram, Pinterest, lifestyle brand marketing

Hero Product Image

Dramatic product shot of [item], [color] background,
rim lighting, commercial advertising style,
high contrast, cinematic

Example:

Dramatic product shot of luxury watch, deep navy blue background,
rim lighting creating golden edge glow, commercial advertising style,
high contrast, cinematic, ultra sharp

Use case: Landing pages, hero sections, premium product launches

Portrait Photography

Professional Headshot

Professional business headshot, [describe person],
corporate office background slightly blurred,
soft diffused lighting, neutral expression,
shot with 85mm lens

Example:

Professional business headshot, woman in her 30s wearing navy blazer,
corporate office background slightly blurred,
soft diffused lighting, confident smile,
shot with 85mm lens, f/2.8

Use case: LinkedIn, team pages, corporate websites

Lifestyle Portrait

Candid lifestyle photo, [describe person and activity],
[environment], natural golden hour lighting,
documentary photography style

Example:

Candid lifestyle photo, man in casual sweater working on laptop
in cozy coffee shop, large windows with afternoon sunlight,
natural golden hour lighting, documentary photography style,
shallow depth of field

Use case: About pages, testimonials, human-centered marketing

UI/UX Design Prompts

Mobile App Interface

Mobile app interface design for [app type],
[screen name] screen showing [key elements],
modern minimalist style, [color scheme],
clean typography, high contrast

Example:

Mobile app interface design for fitness tracking app,
home dashboard screen showing daily steps, calories, workout summary,
modern minimalist style, blue and white color scheme,
clean sans-serif typography, high contrast, realistic mockup

Use case: Client pitches, portfolio, concept presentations

Website Landing Page

Website landing page design for [business type],
hero section with [main elements],
[design style], [color palette],
professional layout, desktop view

Example:

Website landing page design for SaaS project management tool,
hero section with headline, feature screenshots, CTA button,
modern clean design, purple and white color scheme,
professional layout, desktop view, 1920x1080

Use case: Website redesign proposals, quick mockups

Instagram Post

Instagram post design, [topic/theme],
[visual elements], [brand colors],
eye-catching composition, modern aesthetic,
square format 1:1

Example:

Instagram post design, motivational quote about success,
bold typography on gradient background purple to pink,
minimalist modern aesthetic, square format 1:1,
text: "Small steps every day"

Use case: Social media content calendar, quick graphics

YouTube Thumbnail

YouTube thumbnail, [video topic],
[main visual element], bold text overlay "[title]",
bright colors, high contrast, attention-grabbing,
16:9 format

Example:

YouTube thumbnail, productivity tips video,
person at organized desk with laptop, bold text overlay "10 PRODUCTIVITY HACKS",
bright orange and blue colors, high contrast, attention-grabbing,
16:9 format, energetic vibe

Use case: YouTube channels, video marketing

Event Poster

Event poster design, [event name and type],
[key visual elements], [date and venue],
[design style], [color scheme],
professional print quality

Example:

Event poster design, "Summer Music Festival 2025",
abstract sound wave visuals, silhouettes of crowd,
modern gradient style with vibrant orange and purple,
bold typography, text: "June 15-17, Central Park",
professional print quality, 24x36 inches

Use case: Event marketing, print materials, social sharing

Illustration & Art

Children's Book Illustration

Children's book illustration, [describe scene],
[art style], warm and friendly,
soft colors, suitable for ages [age range]

Example:

Children's book illustration, friendly bear reading a book
under a tree in sunny meadow, watercolor painting style,
warm and friendly atmosphere, soft pastel colors,
whimsical details, suitable for ages 3-7

Use case: Children's books, educational materials

Infographic

Infographic design explaining [topic],
[number] key points with icons,
modern flat design style, [color scheme],
clean layout, professional

Example:

Infographic design explaining "5 Steps to Better Sleep",
5 key points with simple icons (bed, moon, phone, exercise, food),
modern flat design style, blue and white color scheme,
vertical layout, clean typography, professional

Use case: Blog posts, presentations, educational content

Logo Design

Logo design for [company name], [industry],
[symbol/icon description], [style],
[colors], clean and scalable,
suitable for business cards and websites

Example:

Logo design for "Peak Performance Coaching", business consulting,
minimalist mountain peak icon, modern professional style,
navy blue and gold colors, clean and scalable,
suitable for business cards and websites

Use case: Brand identity, client pitches, quick concepts

Advanced Techniques

Precise Editing (GPT Image 1.5 Feature)

When editing existing images, be very specific about what to change and what to keep:

Change [specific element] to [new description].
Keep everything else identical: [list important elements].
Preserve lighting, composition, and style.

Example:

Change the shirt color from white to navy blue.
Keep everything else identical: same face, same pose,
same hairstyle, same background, same lighting.
Preserve shadow details and fabric texture.

Style References

Describe visual style clearly:

Photography styles:

"Shot with 50mm lens, f/1.8, shallow depth of field"
"Natural golden hour lighting"
"Studio lighting with softbox"
"Film photography aesthetic, slight grain"

Art styles:

"Watercolor painting style"
"Vector illustration, flat design"
"Oil painting, impressionist style"
"3D render, octane rendering"

Negative Prompts (What to Avoid)

Tell GPT Image 1.5 what NOT to include:

[Your main prompt]
Negative: [unwanted elements]

Example:

Professional office interior, modern minimalist design,
natural lighting, clean workspace.
Negative: clutter, people, text, logos, busy background

Common Mistakes

❌ Too Vague

Bad: "A person" Good: "Portrait of woman in her 30s, professional attire, office background"

❌ Conflicting Instructions

Bad: "Dark moody lighting with bright cheerful atmosphere" Good: "Dark moody lighting with cinematic atmosphere" OR "Bright natural lighting with cheerful vibe"

❌ Too Many Elements

Bad: "Person eating pizza while riding bicycle in Paris during sunset with Eiffel Tower and rainbow" Good: Break into multiple simpler prompts

❌ Unrealistic Expectations

GPT Image 1.5 is amazing but:

Very small text (under 12pt) may blur
Extreme photorealism requires specific camera details
Complex logos may need manual touch-up

First: Get composition right
Second: Adjust lighting
Third: Fine-tune colors

3. Save Good Prompts

When you get a great result, save that prompt. Reuse and modify.

4. Aspect Ratios Matter

Square (1:1): Instagram posts, profile pics
Landscape (16:9): YouTube, websites, presentations
Portrait (9:16): Mobile screens, Instagram Stories
4:3 or 3:4: Print materials, traditional media

5. Resolution Guide

Standard: Quick tests, social media
1K: Social posts, web graphics
2K: High-quality web, small prints
4K: Large prints, billboards, maximum detail

Templates by Use Case

E-commerce Product

Product photo of [item] on [background color] background,
professional studio lighting, commercial photography,
sharp focus, high detail, 4:3 ratio

Team Member Photo

Professional headshot, [describe person],
corporate office background, soft lighting,
friendly smile, 1:1 ratio

Blog Featured Image

Conceptual illustration for blog post about [topic],
[visual metaphor], modern flat design,
[brand colors], 16:9 ratio

Minimalist quote design, text: "[your quote]",
[background description], modern typography,
Instagram square format, [brand colors]

Email Header

Email header banner for [campaign],
[key visual], [brand colors],
clean professional design, 600x200 pixels

Testing Checklist

Before using generated images in production:

Image matches prompt accurately
Text is readable (if applicable)
Colors match brand guidelines
Resolution is sufficient for use case
No unexpected artifacts or errors
Licensing covers intended use (commercial, etc.)

Next Steps

Start simple - try basic prompts from this guide
Experiment - modify examples to match your needs
Build a library - save prompts that work well
Share results - tag us to show what you create

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