Commercial photography, rather than preserving a memory in your life, focuses around taking pictures which are intended for commercial use. This means advertising or promoting a product, person or service typically seen in the retail or wholesale sector, so photographs you see in magazines, online websites, print catalogues, and restaurant menu's all fall under the category of commercial photography.
Commercial images of products tend to focus on the design of the product or on its uses. These images provide potential customers with a visually appealing image of the product which allows them make an informed decision on whether to purchase the product or not.