Ghost Mannequin Photography NYC, Brooklyn & New Jersey
We provide professional ghost mannequin photography services in NYC, Brooklyn, and New Jersey for apparel brands, ecommerce stores, and fashion businesses that need clean, consistent product images. Our ghost mannequin photography studio in Brooklyn offers full-service apparel photography services — also known as invisible mannequin photography or hollow man photography — ideal for Shopify, Amazon, and online catalog use. Serving clients across New York City, New Jersey, and the greater tri-state area.
Ghost mannequin pricing starts at $65 per image. Final cost depends on volume, garment complexity, and the number of angles needed per SKU. We work with apparel brands of all sizes — from emerging Shopify stores to established Amazon sellers across NYC and New Jersey.
Ghost mannequin pricing starts at $65 per image. Final cost depends on volume and garment complexity.
what’s included
Our ghost mannequin photography service includes front, back, and detail angles with clean necklines, consistent framing, and catalog-ready retouching across your full product line.
- Front, back, and detail angles per SKU
- White or consistent light background options
- Color-accurate retouching and post production
- Neck joint and sleeve joint compositing when needed
turnaround & delivery
Standard turnaround is 3–5 business days, depending on product count and garment complexity. Rush options may be available for smaller batches or time-sensitive launches.
- Drop-off or shipped garments accepted
- Digital delivery via download link
- Export structure matched to your workflow
- Ready for Shopify, Amazon, catalogs, and marketplace listings
ghost mannequin for apparel ecommerce
Our ghost mannequin photography studio specializes in apparel photography for t-shirts, dresses, jackets, hoodies, shirts, knitwear, activewear, and fashion basics. Unlike flat lay clothing photography, ghost mannequin gives apparel a dimensional, polished look that feels more premium while staying faster and more scalable than model-based ecommerce production. Whether you need a one-time shoot or an ongoing ghost mannequin photography service for your growing catalog, we deliver consistent, marketplace-ready results.
serving brooklyn, nyc, and nearby new jersey
Our apparel photography studio is based in Brooklyn at 1000 Dean St, and we regularly work with brands in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, New York City, and nearby New Jersey. As a full-service ghost mannequin photography studio in the tri-state area, we make it easy — drop off garments locally or ship your products directly to the studio for production. Additionally, many of our New Jersey clients ship directly and receive files within 3–5 business days.
faq
What is ghost mannequin photography?
Ghost mannequin photography is an apparel technique where garments are photographed on a mannequin and then composited in post-production so the mannequin disappears. As a result, you get a clean, dimensional product image that shows the fit and structure of the clothing without a visible body form.
What does a ghost mannequin photography service include?
A professional ghost mannequin photography service typically includes shooting garments on a mannequin, compositing the mannequin out in post-production, color-accurate retouching, and delivery in ecommerce-ready formats. At 1984 Studio, our service covers front, back, and detail angles with neck joint and sleeve joint retouching when needed.
How should we prepare apparel for ghost mannequin?
Steam or press garments before sending, remove tags and stickers, and ensure pieces are complete and ready for shooting. Proper preparation speeds up production and leads to cleaner necklines, seams, and overall retouching.
Do you offer neck joint or sleeve joint retouching?
Yes. We provide neck joint and sleeve joint retouching when required. Furthermore, we keep seams, edges, and fabric texture natural throughout the post production process.
Can you deliver front, back, and detail shots for each SKU?
Absolutely. We regularly deliver front / back / detail image sets per SKU, with consistent framing and visual continuity across full apparel collections.
Delivery, background & platform options
Do you shoot ghost mannequin on pure white?
Yes. We deliver ghost mannequin images on a clean white background for marketplace standards. Alternatively, we offer a softer light background if your brand requires a more customized catalog look.
Can we ship products to your Brooklyn studio?
Yes. Many clients — including brands from New Jersey, Manhattan, and Queens — ship garments directly to our Brooklyn apparel photography studio. We can also return products after delivery or bundle returns when needed.
Do you provide ghost mannequin photography for New Jersey brands?
Yes. We work regularly with apparel brands based in New Jersey. Products can be shipped directly to our Brooklyn studio, and files are delivered digitally within 3–5 business days. Moreover, our ghost mannequin photography service covers the full NYC and NJ tri-state area.
Do you provide Shopify or Amazon-ready exports?
Yes. Files are delivered in ecommerce-ready formats with consistent sizing, naming, cropping, and background treatment based on your platform requirements — whether that’s Shopify, Amazon, or any other marketplace.
What is the difference between ghost mannequin and flat lay?
Flat lay clothing photography presents garments laid flat on a surface, while ghost mannequin photography gives clothing a more dimensional, worn shape. For many apparel brands, ghost mannequin images feel more structured and premium in product grids and catalog pages. However, both styles serve different needs and can be combined within a single catalog.
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