Shot Lists for November

November brings together the quiet charm of late autumn and the comforting warmth of early winter. Take a closer look at everyday scenes and the ways people live as the seasons change. Capture seasonal details and natural moments through your own perspective to create images suitable for a wide range of advertising and content needs.
[International Tourists Enjoying Korean Food]
International tourists are expanding their travel experiences, from shopping to exploring the diverse flavors of Korean cuisine. Tasting local food is a delightful way to experience a destination’s everyday life and culture.
Capture natural moments of international tourists enjoying Korean food, whether sharing a delivery meal in the comfort of their accommodation or trying a variety of dishes at a local restaurant.
Suggested Shots
International friends or couples gathered on a sofa or around a table at their accommodation, choosing food to order on a smartphone
Unpacking fried chicken, tteokbokki, and gimbap from delivery bags and arranging them on the table
Sharing delivery food while chatting about their travels
Grilling pork belly at a Korean barbecue restaurant and making lettuce wraps with meat and side dishes
Mixing bibimbap or sampling a variety of Korean side dishes
Enjoying warming dishes such as gukbap (rice soup) or jjigae (Korean stew)
Taking photos of food to preserve travel memories
Tip
Combine dining scenes that show both the people and the food with close-ups of hands making lettuce wraps, the motion of mixing bibimbap, and expressions as people taste their meals. Keep reactions natural, allowing curiosity and enjoyment to come through without exaggeration.
[A Picnic over a Cup of Tea]
Capture an outdoor picnic that celebrates the sunshine and autumn foliage of the season. Bringing a thermos and a small tea set to a park or forest offers a simple way to convey a leisurely moment with just a few carefully chosen props.
Suggested Shots
Laying out drinks and light desserts on a picnic blanket in a park scattered with fallen leaves
Close-ups of loose-leaf or herbal tea steeping in glass teaware, alongside teacups
Savoring the aroma of coffee or tea, or holding a warm cup in both hands
A small group of friends chatting over tea and light refreshments
A quiet solo picnic, with a phone tucked away in a bag while the person focuses on reading
Tip
Keep props simple, centering the scene on teacups and small treats. Add a seasonal touch with knitwear, lightweight puffer jackets, or lap blankets, and use low-angle sunlight to capture steam rising from a cup.
[A Solo Entrepreneur Working with AI]
Entrepreneurs are increasingly using AI to run businesses on their own, handling everything from planning and development to marketing and customer service. Depict a day in the life of a solo entrepreneur turning an idea into a real product or service.
Suggested Shots
Organizing business ideas with a notebook and laptop in a small home office
Reviewing AI-generated design concepts
Taking product photos independently
Checking and editing AI-drafted responses to customer inquiries
Packing products and preparing them for shipping
Tip
Select and arrange props such as product samples, photography equipment, packaging materials, and planning notebooks to clearly convey the entrepreneur’s business and tasks. On-screen examples such as “Organizing a Business Proposal,” “Writing Product Descriptions,” or “Responding to Customer Inquiries” can help viewers understand the work being done.
[Everyday Essentials and Treats That Bring Warmth to Winter]
Thermoses, hand warmers, hand creams, and lip balms are perennial favorites for imagery depicting everyday winter life. Pair shots that highlight product shapes and textures with scenes of the items in use, creating images with a clear purpose, such as keeping warm, moisturizing, or getting ready to go out.
For winter treats, explore familiar favorites with a fresh twist.
Suggested Shots
Thermoses and Hand Warmers
Pouring warm tea into a thermos and closing the lid before heading out
Packing a thermos and hand warmers into a work bag or a bag for a walk
Slipping a hand holding a hand warmer into a coat pocket outdoors in the cold
A winter essentials flat lay featuring scarves, gloves, and items for keeping warm
Hand Creams and Lip Balms
A close-up of hands applying and spreading hand cream onto the back of a hand
Applying lip balm in front of a mirror before going out
A hand reaching for moisturizing products on a desk or bedside table
Taking hand cream and lip balm out of a small pouch
Winter Treats with a Twist
A cut-open bungeoppang (fish-shaped pastry) revealing a colorful filling such as matcha cream
Butter melting into a freshly split roasted sweet potato
A creative take on hotteok (Korean sweet pancakes), featuring cream cheese or nuts
Serving warmed winter treats on a plate and enjoying them with hot tea at home
Sharing snacks from a paper bag with a friend or handing them over with gloved hands
Tip
Arrange props around one clearly defined theme. For winter treats, focus on moments that convey warmth and texture.
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