Have you had one of those moments where you’re getting your product listing together and you’re about to upload your photos only to realize you didn’t take the right photos for your listing? I know, I’ve been there before. Then you think, “Do I have any photos I can reuse instead so I don’t have to …
Struggling to figure out what product photos to take of your handmade products? Well, you’re certainly not alone. Many Etsy craft sellers struggle with product photography, especially when it comes to choosing what photos to take. With so many people selling on Etsy today, showcasing your product’s best features can make all the difference in someone …
The Top 3 Mistakes I Made When Photographing My Products For My Etsy Shop And How You Can Avoid Them
When I was learning to take product photos when I had my Etsy shop, I swear it’s like all the photography knowledge I had learned went completely out the window. I was quickly learning that photographing a beach sunset was different than photographing a product. Product photography was something I hadn’t done before so it was …
When shopping in person for items, for the most part, products are packaged up and ready to go. Products have labels with instructions, ingredients, and so on. Plus, chances are you’re responsible for transporting the product home. But that doesn’t happen when you buy online. As you know, unless you’re selling in person at a pop-up …
When I became involved with the local SF Etsy community and going to craft shows, I’d often see Marja selling her jewelry. I’d consider one of the OG’s of the local Etsy community! She was always so kind to me anytime I’d swing by to say hi and ask if I could take her photo. As her business …