How to Create Professional Product Mockups with Nano Banana (2025 Guide)

What if I told you brand merchandising could be as easy as typing a few words? No more investing in expensive studio setups or lengthy product shoots. Sounds impossible?

The latest viral trend shows people using Google Nano Banana for images. But we can take it further. With just a click, you can generate stunning product mockups. 

Nano Banana makes it possible to create lifelike 3D models, packaging designs, and miniature products, and even collectible figurines too. It’s a powerful tool for everyone, from e-commerce sellers to hobbyists.

In this article, I’ll guide you step by step on How to Use Nano Banana for Product Mockups. You’ll learn two methods: creating mockups from scratch and generating mockups using your own brand kits.

Are you ready? Let’s get started!

What Are Product Mockups?

A product mockup lets you visualize what the final product will look like. It places the product in a realistic context to gather feedback before mass production.

Product mockups are used in catalogs, e-commerce platforms, social media advertisements, and more. There are different mockups, such as physical mockups, digital mockups, apparel mockups, banner mockups, and others.

Nano Banana: A Short Overview

Google Gemini 2.5 Flash Image is also called Nano Banana. This image editing model was launched in August 2025 and trained to maintain character consistency. Experts are already calling Nano Banana the most advanced AI image generation and editing model to date.

Nano Banana AI Image Generator is free to use. Gemini Pro users can access it as well to get an ultra-realistic product image. You can try the tool via Gemini or Google AI Studio. iPhone and MacBook users can also access it through Imogen, a freemium app. Nano Banana is now available on Freepik and Adobe Firefly.

How to Use Nano Banana for Product Mockups

It’s very simple! I’ll teach you two ways: 

1. Create product mockups from scratch.
2. Design mockups using images and brand kits.
3. Produce miniature product images.

Let me walk through a step-by-step guide. 

Product Mockups from Scratch

1. Sign up to Gemini

Open Gemini and create your account. You can use your email or Google account. Now, log in.

2. Write an effective prompt

In the prompt box, write a clear, easy-to-read prompt. The prompt should explain the concept of the mockup: product type, environment, special settings, visual details, etc.

For example, here’s the sample prompt I used:

Generate a realistic lifestyle mockup of a [product type] placed in a [setting]. Style it naturally within the scene, ensuring [lighting preference: soft daylight/warm studio light/moody shadows], with [shadow details: soft shadows/dramatic contrast]. Maintain a [photography style: clean commercial/premium editorial/minimal modern] look for a professional, polished result.

3. Select the tools

In the prompt box, you’ll see “Tools.” Here, we’ll select “Create images 🍌”. Hit enter.

4. Review the output

Gemini will take a few seconds to generate the image. You can also click on “Redo” to generate multiple variations. It’s that simple!

Output:

Product Mockups Using Images and Brand Kits

1. Log in to Gemini

Since you’ve already created an account, simply log in to Gemini.

2. Upload images and brand kits

Click the “+” button to upload your image. Then, upload your brand kit (for example, your logo).

3. Write the prompt

Here, you need to provide a detailed prompt. Explain the type of mockup you want (e.g., apparel mockup, commercial banner mockup), and ask the AI to use your photo as the model. Then, describe the settings and overall ambience.

For help, see the prompt below I used: 

Design a high-fashion commercial banner mockup inspired by Vogue magazine. Use my uploaded image as the model, posed confidently in a sleek studio setting with soft, editorial-style lighting. The model should wear a realistic heather yellow hoodie, featuring my logo placed naturally on the front. The composition should feel elegant, sophisticated, and hold the essence of a premium fashion campaign.

4. Select the tools

From the Tools menu, select “Create images 🍌” and press Enter.

5. Check the output

Gemini may take a little longer this time to analyze your photo and logo before generating the result. Wait patiently, and the professional-quality output will surprise you!

Output:

Miniature Product Shot

1. Log in to Gemini

Begin by signing up, then log in to Gemini. I’ve used my Gmail ID for a quick and easy login.

2. Select the Tool

From the tool menu, select “Create images 🍌”. 

3. Add the Prompt

On the prompt dashboard, you can either write your own prompt from scratch or copy/paste my prompt templates:

A high-resolution advertising photo of a [PRODUCT] held between thumb and index finger. Clean white background, soft shadows, studio lighting. Product is hyper-detailed, accurate, and small. Shallow depth of field. Emulates commercial minimalist luxury photography.

4. Download and Use 

Nano Banana will take a few seconds to generate your mockup. Download it and use it directly in your store or ads.

Output:

You can keep the fingers for scale reference, or erase them for floating product shots.

Examples of Different Mockups Generated by Nano Banana

1. Package Design Mockup

Prompt 1:

Turn this perfume bottle into a luxury packaging mockup. Place the glass bottle inside a velvet-lined box with gold foil branding on the lid. Add soft spotlighting for a premium feel. 

Prompt 2:

Create a mockup of eco-friendly packaging for organic tea. Use a Kraft paper pouch with a green leafy logo. Place it on a rustic wooden surface with some loose tea leaves scattered nearby. 

2. Apparel Mockup

Prompt 1:

Make the person in the photo wear a branded t-shirt (e.g., Supreme), keeping their pose and facial features unchanged. 

Prompt 2:

Transform the plain hoodie into a streetwear-style 3D mockup. Add a bold graffiti-style logo across the chest and a small brand tag near the pocket. Keep the hoodie texture realistic with visible drawstrings and natural fabric folds. Change the background to vibrant colors, and add dynamic fire flames surrounding the hoodie for an edgy, high-energy look. 

3. Branded Merchandise

Prompt 1:

Design a branded stainless-steel water bottle with my logo printed vertically. Place it in a gym setting on a workout bench with dumbbells in the background.

Prompt 2:

Design a branded coffee mug featuring my logo. Place it on a café countertop, styled naturally with scattered coffee beans, a warm ambient background, and soft lighting for a cozy, authentic café vibe.

Prompt 3:

Create an image of an Indian woman wearing sportswear, holding this water bottle in her hand. Ensure a natural pose and realistic lighting, suitable for fitness or lifestyle visuals. 

Prompt 4:

Make this person hold the provided book image while sitting in a library setting. Adjust hand gestures for a natural, comfortable pose, and style the scene to be suitable for a customer testimonial photoshoot with soft, professional lighting. 

4. Social Media Advertising

Prompt 1:

Transform this sports photo into a Nike-style advertisement. Add the Nike swoosh logo, incorporate the brand’s signature black-and-white color scheme with bold accents, and place the ‘Just Do It’ tagline prominently. Ensure the overall design feels dynamic and energetic. 

Prompt 2:

Create an Android phone mockup inspired by the uploaded reference images. Position the phone half-submerged in water, similar to Image 2, with realistic reflections and ripples. Style the shot to resemble a high-end brand photoshoot, with premium lighting and a luxurious aesthetic. 

5. Product Photography Enhancement

Prompt 1:

Replace the bottles from Image 2 with the product from Image 1. Surround it with additional fruits and autumn flowers, and style the scene with a premium editorial look.

Prompt 2:

Generate a realistic lifestyle mockup of a pair of orange sneakers placed on a concrete floor with subtle graffiti in the background. Use dramatic lighting with angled shadows, giving a modern athletic brand campaign vibe. 

6. Interior Design Product Placement

Prompt:

Add this bookshelf to an empty living room and arrange it with matching decor, showing how it fits an Indian home. 

7. Technical Isometric/Architectural Views

Prompt 1:

Transform this property photo into a daytime isometric view, focusing on the building only and removing background details. 

Prompt 2:

A high-resolution advertising photo of the CN Tower, styled as a miniature architectural landmark. Set against a clean white background with soft shadows and professional studio lighting. The model is hyper-detailed, precise, and photorealistic, with a shallow depth of field. The overall style emulates minimalist luxury commercial photography.

8. Miniature Product Mockups

Prompt 1:

A high-resolution studio photo of a miniature Jeep Rubicon displayed on a reflective glass pedestal. Clean white background, soft cinematic shadows, precise studio lighting. Product is hyper-detailed, glossy, and small. Shallow depth of field with emphasis on curves and chrome accents. Emulates commercial minimalist luxury car photography.

Prompt 2:

A close-up studio shot of a miniature [headphone name] headphone placed atop a polished stone. Pure white background, natural soft shadows, and even daylight simulation. Product is highly detailed, clean, and small. Minimalist luxury product photography.

Tips for Good Results

To create the best product mockups using Nano Banana, keep these tips in mind:

• Upload high-resolution visuals for better output.
• Write clear, specific prompts without overcomplicating them.
• Include multiple images when working on complex marketing visuals.
• Use real-life environments in prompts for authenticity (e.g., “on a retail shelf” or “in a home kitchen”).

Limitations of Nano Banana for Mockups

While Nano Banana is useful for creating product mockups, there are some limitations:

• You may experience delays in output generation during peak hours.
• At times, Nano Banana may not generate the output in one go.
• It struggles with small objects and highly intricate scenes.
• All outputs include a Gemini watermark.

Final Takeaways

Nano Banana is no longer limited to editing or generating images. I’ve already shared 13+ ways you can use this advanced image generation model. And one of the most practical applications is product mockups.

With this easy-to-use tool, you don’t need to spend hours on product shoots or graphic editing. Nano Banana generates high-quality mockups quickly, making it accessible and ideal for digital creators and marketers.

I’ve shared prompts for packaging design mockups, social media ads, apparel mockups, and interior design mockups. Miniature product mockups are also useful for e-commerce stores and social campaigns. 

Try it yourself—and let me know if I missed any use cases!

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