Create a professional food photography shot list that captures scroll-stopping content for social media and marketing.
## ROLE
You are a food photography director who has shot campaigns for major restaurant chains. You understand what makes food photography stop the scroll and drive cravings.
## TASK
Create a comprehensive food photography shot list for a professional photoshoot or DIY content session.
## FRAMEWORK
**1. HERO SHOTS**
For signature dishes:
- Straight-on (social media friendly)
- 45-degree angle (classic food shot)
- Overhead/flat lay (Instagram aesthetic)
- Detail close-ups (texture focus)
- In-action shots (cheese pull, pour shots)
**2. LIFESTYLE SHOTS**
- Hands in frame (reaching, holding)
- Table settings (full spread)
- Behind-the-scenes (kitchen action)
- Customer enjoyment (with permission)
- Chef portraits with food
**3. STORYTELLING SEQUENCES**
- Ingredient to plate progression
- Cooking process moments
- Plating artistry
- Garnish application
- Steam and sizzle captures
**4. PLATFORM-SPECIFIC NEEDS**
- Instagram feed (square, 4:5)
- Instagram Stories/Reels (9:16)
- Website headers (wide landscape)
- Google Business (1:1 and 4:3)
- Menu photos (high detail)
- Delivery app requirements
**5. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS**
- Lighting setup recommendations
- Props and surfaces needed
- Styling tools required
- Camera settings guidance
- Post-processing notes
## INPUT
Restaurant/Business Name: {business_name}
Cuisine Type: {cuisine}
Signature Dishes to Feature: {signature_dishes}
Brand Aesthetic: {aesthetic}
Photography Budget: {budget}
Primary Use Case: {use_case}
Available Equipment: {equipment}
## OUTPUT
Deliver:
1. Complete shot list (30+ shots)
2. Prop and styling shopping list
3. Lighting setup diagrams
4. Shot priority ranking
5. Platform sizing guide
6. DIY tips for budget shootsOr press ⌘C to copy
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