How to Use AI in Professional Photography

Many creative professionals are concerned that artificial intelligence could take their jobs, including photographers. This is a complex topic, but one thing is clear – as industry professionals, it’s crucial to adapt to new technologies to stay competitive. I have found AI to be a valuable tool in improving my professional photography.

1. Use AI to Get Photo Ideas

As a product photographer, I often encounter subjects I’m not very familiar with. When hired to shoot artificial grass, I turned to AI for inspiration. Google Bard suggested showcasing finalized gardens, emphasizing natural beauty, focusing on functionality, and highlighting action. This helped me create a great proposal for the project.

2. AI Can Help You Communicate with Clients

I use Google Bard to improve my email communication with clients. Whether I need to revise an email or create a template for a new email, AI has been a great help in making my communication more professional, welcoming, and friendly.

3. Planning Shoots Using AI

AI chatbots can assist with planning photo shoots. I used Google Bard to gather details about a location and ensure a smooth photo shoot. It’s a valuable source of information to streamline the research process.

4. Getting Rid of Dust and Lint Using AI

For detailed shots of small objects, dust and lint can be a nuisance. I use Luminar Neo, an AI photo editor, to quickly remove dust and lint from my photos, saving time and effort.

5. Other Times I Have Used AI to Edit Photos

Besides removing dust particles, AI photo editors like Luminar Neo can assist in fine-tuning edits, such as increasing eye size, body shaping, improving facial features, and more. These tools offer a balance between control and AI assistance, speeding up the editing process.