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Author: Holly Cardew
Product Photography Tips: Aperture, ISO and Shutter Speed
You don’t have to be a professional photographer to take a decent photograph — but a good product image requires more than just aiming and shooting! When you’re photographing items to sell online, you want to produce the best results possible. A great product photo will make your store look professional and show that you… Continue reading Product Photography Tips: Aperture, ISO and Shutter Speed
Selling Used Items on eBay: 5 Tips for Winning Photos
Got stuff lying around that you can’t find uses for? Why not try selling those items on eBay? Many people are happy to buy a used item if it’s reasonably priced and they trust the seller. Pricing is a little simpler because you set a minimum and wait for the bids to come in — you don’t really have much… Continue reading Selling Used Items on eBay: 5 Tips for Winning Photos
Understanding White Balance for eCommerce Product Photos
Have you ever taken a product photo and the colour turned out funny? Let’s take a look at why that’s the case! Here’s a short primer on understanding white balance. The effect of light and different colours Light sources are rarely pure white; they often have a slight ‘colour temperature’ that affects the photo and… Continue reading Understanding White Balance for eCommerce Product Photos
Product Photo Secrets to Boost eBay Sales
Note: The eBay photo requirements in this post were updated on 1/7/16. There are so many reasons why your product might not sell on eBay. It might not have the right description or it might be in the wrong category. It could be overpriced, particularly once you include shipping. Maybe you have a really terrible title that’s not giving… Continue reading Product Photo Secrets to Boost eBay Sales
How to Make a DIY Photography Studio for Product Photos
Does not having access to a professional photography studio mean you’re doomed to have bad product photos? Nope! All you need to take a great product image is a good light source, a stable surface and a setting that complements the product. It’s entirely possible, even easy, to use everyday objects found lying around the house as… Continue reading How to Make a DIY Photography Studio for Product Photos
5 Stellar Ecommerce Blogs You Should Follow Right Now
Information is power — and there are some excellent eCommerce blogs that will help you get it. If you own an eCommerce store, there’s no shortage of ‘stuff’ you should learn. Every iota of knowledge you acquire will help you improve your business and increase your sales. Who doesn’t like the sound of that? Follow these… Continue reading 5 Stellar Ecommerce Blogs You Should Follow Right Now
How to Use Natural Lighting for Product Photos
You might think you need an elaborate set up of professional lighting to take great product photos. But don’t worry! You already have access to one of the best light sources out there: the sun. Take a look at these photos below. They’re pretty professional-looking, don’t you think? Believe it or not, we didn’t take them in… Continue reading How to Use Natural Lighting for Product Photos
How to Take Awesome Product Photos with Your Smartphone
Don’t let anyone tell you that you need the latest fancy DSLR to create great product images! I can’t deny that a high-end camera takes great photographs and I wouldn’t recommend taking product photos on a disposable Kodak. But these days, most smartphones have pretty decent cameras that can actually take great product images. (Although I… Continue reading How to Take Awesome Product Photos with Your Smartphone
Worried About the Amazon White Background Patent? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Be
If you own an online store, you’ve probably read about the Amazon white background patent. Word on the Web is that Amazon was granted a patent for the use of white backgrounds for product images, sparking angry reactions amongst online retailers and photographers who argue that the technique has been used for decades and that… Continue reading Worried About the Amazon White Background Patent? Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Be
3 Awesome Online Stores with Pretty Packaging
There’s more to running a successful online store than having a good website and awesome products; it’s also really important that you present your products the best way you can. There are two simple rules when it comes to product packaging: sturdy and aesthetically pleasing. The product package has to be strong enough to withstand… Continue reading 3 Awesome Online Stores with Pretty Packaging