The problem

"We need on-model images for 2,000 SKUs. Our model shoot budget covers 200."

01

On-model is economically impossible at scale

Model fees, casting, studio time, styling — the per-image cost of traditional on-model photography makes it viable for hero products only. The rest of your catalogue goes without.

02

One model, one market

A single model can't represent every market you sell in. But casting different models for different regions multiplies your production cost and timeline.

03

Casting adds weeks to the timeline

Finding the right models, coordinating availability, managing fittings — casting alone can add 2–3 weeks to your production schedule.

How it works

Three steps. One standard.

01

Photograph the garment first

We shoot every garment on ghost mannequin or flatlay. This gives us the base asset — accurate colour, fabric texture, and construction detail.

02

Place on AI models

Your garments are rendered on photorealistic AI models selected to match your brand aesthetic and target demographics. Fit, drape, and proportion are accurately represented.

03

Receive on-model imagery at catalogue scale

On-model images delivered alongside your ghost mannequin assets. Same quality standard as a traditional model shoot, at a fraction of the cost and timeline.

Results

30–40% better conversion vs ghost mannequin alone

On-model imagery at ghost mannequin cost

Diverse model representation across every market

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Ralph Lauren

AI model photography meeting the quality standard expected by premium fashion brands. Photorealistic output indistinguishable from traditional model shoots.

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Calvin Klein

On-model imagery at scale across multiple product categories, maintaining the brand's distinctive art direction and aesthetic standard.

Comparison

Why teams switch to Piktiz

Dimension	Traditional model shoot	With Piktiz AI
Cost per SKU	High — model fees, casting, studio time	On-model at ghost mannequin cost
Model diversity	Limited by budget and casting	Any demographic, any market, unlimited
Speed	2–4 weeks including casting	Days — no casting required
Scale ceiling	Budget limits SKU coverage	Every SKU gets on-model imagery
Brand art direction	Controlled but expensive	Fully art-directed AI output

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Related use cases

E-commerce catalogue

Ready for on-model imagery at scale?

✓ Transparent pricing — no hidden costs

✓ 48-hour turnaround guarantee

✓ No minimum volume requirement

Every garment on a model. Without the casting budget.