10 ChatGPT Prompts Every Photographer Should Save
Why this matters
Weddings, families, seniors, maternity, minis — no matter what you shoot, your time is split between the camera and the keyboard. These prompts help you create professional communication and marketing materials in minutes, so you can spend more time shooting and less time typing. Especially with the email responses, we recommend saving many of these within Swiftbooks so you can reuse them and save yourself valuable time.
One thing to be mindful of around prompts, is the more information you can give ChatGPT, the better. The more of your brand detail and style you can infuse your prompts with, the better feedback you will get. With that said, here’s 10 Prompts that are excellect for all types of photographers:
1. Client Prep Guide Email Prompt
Chat GPT Prompt:
Write a client preparation guide for a [session type] in [season]. Include outfit recommendations, location tips, and a short list of what to bring. Make it detailed and thoughtful.
Examples:
- Wedding day tip sheet for couples
- Family or maternity PDF prep guide
- Mini session reminder email
2. Session Announcement Prompt for Photographers
Prompt for Chat GPT:
Write concise promotional copy for [session type] happening on [date] at [location]. Include details, price, booking link, and a clear call to action.
Examples:
- Engagement sessions ahead of wedding season
- Fall minis
- Limited senior portraits
3. Photography Inquiry Response Prompt
Write a professional reply to a new inquiry for [session type] in [location]. Include availability, starting price, and how to confirm booking.
Examples:
- Wedding availability email
- Senior & family inquiry replies
- Mini booking confirmations
4. Photography Location Ideas Prompt
List five unique locations for a [session type] in [city/state]. Include setting descriptions and any permit or parking details.
Examples:
- Engagement location guide
- Senior portrait ideas
- Seasonal mini locations
5. Social Media Content Calendar Prompt for Photographers
Create a 30-day social media calendar for a [session type] photographer. Include post types (photo, reel, carousel), captions, and hashtags.
Examples:
- Wedding storytelling series
- Mini session countdown posts
- Maternity inspiration series
6. Follow-Up Email Prompts for Photography Leads
Write a follow-up email to a potential client who hasn’t booked yet. Keep it professional, polite, and not salesman like.
Examples:
- Couples deciding on dates
- Mini session leads
- Senior portrait inquiries
7. Styled Shoot Planning Prompt for Photographers
Create a styled shoot concept for a [theme] [session type]. Include location, wardrobe, props, and lighting suggestions. Be detailed and thorough.
Examples:
- Vendor wedding collab
- Holiday-themed minis
- Portfolio refresh
8. Testimonial Request Email Prompt
Write a short, polite email asking a client to leave a review on [platform]. Include the review link and a thank-you message.
Examples:
- Newlyweds after gallery delivery
- Mini session clients
- Seniors & families post-gallery
9. Photography Newsletter Prompt
Write a monthly email newsletter for a [session type] photographer. Include an opening note, one featured session, one tip for clients, and a booking CTA.
Examples:
- Wedding season updates
- Mini session booking reminders
- Maternity session features
10. Seasonal Photography Offer Email Announcement
Draft a 3-paragraph email announcing [Mother’s Day Minis / Fall Family Sessions / Spring Senior Portraits]. Include who it’s for, what’s included, early-bird deadline, and booking link.
Closing Call-to-Action
We think these 10 Prompts are crazy beneficial to helping you succeed as a photographer. The fastest way to use these prompts is to copy one, paste it into ChatGPT, customize the output, and then save your best results as reusable templates, many of which can be done in Swiftbooks. The more you build your library, the faster every booking, follow-up, and announcement becomes.
Images by Tyler Branch