
Photographs are one of the most important aspects of your online presence. It can be a daunting task, but anyone can take distinctive photos, no matter the budget, camera or photography knowledge. In this workshop — led by successful Etsy seller and photographer Jessica Marquez — we’ll talk shop about different types of cameras and what’s best for you. Jessica covers camera basics to provide more control over the images you create, key elements to improve your photographs for your Etsy shop, and how to solve some common problems with inexpensive, DIY fixes. Download the worksheets and watch the videos below to jump start the creative process and get you thinking about creating the best possible images for your Etsy shop.
About Jessica: “I grew fascinated with images (especially snapshots) and pursued art and photography throughout my booklearnin’ — all the way from sunny Southern California to an MFA in Imaging Arts from Rochester Institute of Technology in upstate New York. Photography is my great love, second only to my love of craft and making. This pairing has brought me great joy in creating my handmade business Miniature Rhino, which I opened in August of 2008 on Etsy. It’s an honor to teach a photography workshop where I get to geek out on my favorite topics!”
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154 comments
Sign in to add your ownsacredsuds says:
oh wow! I'm putting this on my calender!
1 year ago
CalviRee says:
How I wish I could go....sounds like it will be great!
1 year ago
CrystalMistCottages says:
I'll be tuning in!
1 year ago
mlejewelry says:
Very useful....It sounds great!
1 year ago
junkyardglitter says:
I ordered from Jessica because I love her shop but a lot of it was because her photography drew me in! I am definitely going to be there! You got some skills!
1 year ago
Iammie says:
Interesting.
1 year ago
vKnit says:
Fab!
1 year ago
Parachute425 says:
definitely on my calendar
1 year ago
bellasparty says:
Awesome!!
1 year ago
LittleWrenPottery says:
Looking forward to seeing the livestream of this, photographs can really make or break your shop! Theres always room for improvement too...
1 year ago
HoneysuckleLane says:
I'm so glad we can check it out online, too! Thank you! :)
1 year ago
EcoChicHandKnits says:
I'm really looking forward to this one! Your photography is wonderful and I really want to improve on my own. P.S. Love the tree stump embroidery - so cute!
1 year ago
RubyBeets says:
Do we have to wait until Wed?
1 year ago
RubyBeets says:
Do we have to wait until Wed?
1 year ago
Tinagiampietro says:
I think the snap shot tells it all and the one I reall love not saying all of them is the dead horse by vintage I love old bottles for some reason they attract me like glue. All the shot are great really stand out. Thank,s for sharing Tina Giampietro ONLY ONE OF A KIND at ESTY
1 year ago
MerCurios says:
I've been waiting for this workshop! I had gotten my pictures down to a science, and then something changed! I don't know what it is, but matter how I adjust the light settings on the camera or change the light bulbs - my pictures just don't seem as bright as they used too. I will be waiting with bated breath until May 26. Thank you so much!! xo, MJ
1 year ago
shizendesigns says:
I wish I could attend the workshop in person... I'll surely be tuning in via Livestream. Thank you! :)
1 year ago
BooandBooFactory says:
Wish I could go. Etsy should have more west coast events!
1 year ago
BlueDolphinCreative says:
Will this be available to download after it's over? I can't attend and would love to hear/see it!
1 year ago
NinaMantra says:
I'll definitely be watching the livestream ;-) MR is one of my favorite shops, and her pictures are lovely. Looking forward to this!
1 year ago
thelittlemarket says:
Great!! Can't wait!!
1 year ago
elizabethwrenvintage says:
This is EXACTLY what I need right now. Exaaccctllyyy. However I can't be there : / Is there any way to watch this after it's over? Thanks : )
1 year ago
theroyal says:
i feel like photography is my weakness here on etsy so i am very greatful for this workshop. i will check it out online.
1 year ago
johannawesterveld says:
Is it also possible to put this as an article on the site? I am not able to watch but would be ever so greatfulk to know how to make the best pictures for my new shop! Thank you for helping me out!
1 year ago
indigoinspirations says:
am looking really, really forward to this xoxo Jo
1 year ago
VintageEye says:
Always working on the photos! :)
1 year ago
MeSweet says:
I can't attend virtually either, can this be posted to Etsy later? It seems like valuable information. :)
1 year ago
newhopebeading says:
Awesome... I will be there via livestream!
1 year ago
CrazyJanesTrinkets says:
I take the worst pictures. I can use all the help that I can get....... Low budget. Can't adjust shutter speed. HELP! I'll be there.
1 year ago
gardenleafdesign says:
Oh Its on my Calendar!!!
1 year ago
rachellucie says:
Wish I could be there in person, but will try to attend the live chat :)
1 year ago
twerkit says:
good luck jess! wish i could go! i'll try and watch it live! woot woot!
1 year ago
blueroompottery says:
I am definitely putting this on my calendar!! Thanks so much for the continued help, it has taught me so much!! XOX
1 year ago
WhisperingOak says:
This sounds great
1 year ago
CakewalkYarns says:
I need help badly - thanks very much for offering this workshop
364 days ago
Pininkie says:
"Super labs" to the rescue! Thanks!
364 days ago
vzuniga says:
Sounds very interesting. Can't wait. Thank you!
363 days ago
thelogchateau says:
Looking forward to Jessica's workshop this week! Thank you, Etsy, for featuring this topic . . . I'm sure it will be very interesting.
362 days ago
GrowingUpWild says:
Thank you for posting this for those of us that couldn't make it live! I look forward to applying some of the tips to my photos this weekend!
360 days ago
KateStealey says:
THIS is so very helpful. Jessica has put terrific techniques right in my hands. Thank you! Great job teaching, Jessica!
357 days ago
shopgoodgrace says:
Awesome!!
356 days ago
ikabags says:
Awesome! Thanks !
356 days ago
buysomelove says:
Sounds magical! Thank you for sharing!
356 days ago
ilovetrash says:
hi there. i am a photographer so i can photograph but i FINALLY know the dimensions my photos are supposed to be! ACE! MAGWONDERFUL! i have been struggling w/ this for a YEAR! thanx!
356 days ago
opendoorstudio says:
THIS IS INVALUABLE INFO! cant wait to share it with my team! thank you !
356 days ago
StudioYTE says:
This is great - thank you so much!
356 days ago
tomatotots says:
My mantra is to "do better".... Can wait to get some much needed help to do just that.
356 days ago
tomatotots says:
Can't wait...
356 days ago
VitalTemptation says:
Great! Thank you!
356 days ago
banyantreeclothing says:
Very helpful!
356 days ago
diannek says:
This is fantastic great presentation and very helpful, thank you so much for taking time to share. Cheers diannek
356 days ago
mudijudi says:
Great!! Hoping to learn! :]
356 days ago
AAAPoshBags says:
Thank you so much for giving us so many tips. Etsy is getting to be a university for crafters.
356 days ago
Mermaidincali says:
This was awesome, thanks so much!!!
356 days ago
BeautyPower says:
This is great. Thank you
356 days ago
kmmrky says:
Thank You!
356 days ago
tantalizingstitches says:
great presentation. definitely some great suggestions. now i just need to incorporate some of the info.
356 days ago
naquaiya says:
excellent presentation, full of great info. thank you
356 days ago
curiouslittlebird says:
Awesome! Thanks for the detailed download.
356 days ago
theLaughingLife says:
Thanks! Perfect info!
356 days ago
Eternitee says:
Will try these tips and techniques. Photos are my weakest link! Ugh!
356 days ago
analisascreations says:
Thank you for the tips. I am definately going to be using some of them.
356 days ago
AllieEtCie says:
So incredibly helpful! I'm eager to go do some homework with my camera!
356 days ago
BarkingDogBlanket says:
This was so helpful Thank you Jessica!
356 days ago
edgewaterscreations says:
Very helpful Thanks
356 days ago
CraftyTay says:
This was awesome!! Thanks Jessica. BTW the name of the clicker she was referring to in the second video at 32 minutes is called an Infrared (or IR) Remote Control. I have one for my Nikon. They are generally made based on the brand of camera you have.
356 days ago
JewelryForTheHeart says:
Great Presentation! and helpful!!
356 days ago
stitchinnetka says:
Fantastic info. Thanks so much for doing this presentation.I have to keep on practicing, and playing around, there is a perfect potion for a good photo :)
356 days ago
JewelleryofLove says:
great ideas, thanks so much:-)
356 days ago
cybeads2 says:
I learned so much, photography is not my strong point, but will deffinately try out some useful tips, thank you :)
356 days ago
simplysuzie2 says:
Great info! Thanks Jessica!
356 days ago
PolClary says:
Thanks for the info. I'll plan a big studying session for the weekend!
356 days ago
NiChaPoN says:
Thank for an nice advice
355 days ago
ARTinVENICE says:
This is what I needed! :-) Thank you!
355 days ago
KooKooCraft says:
great timing (I have a few new dolls that need to be photographed) and great tips! thank you so much!
355 days ago
greenbananasjewelry says:
great for the new kid on the block. thanks a bunch!!!!
355 days ago
CurlicueCreations says:
I could sure use some help with this! Thanks so much.
355 days ago
TheGryphonStone says:
What a great workshop. Jessica's presentation was clear, rich with information, full of grace. What an excellent teacher. Thank you.
355 days ago
esmerelda33 says:
As a newbie I need the help what a great blessing
355 days ago
HeartlocketHollow says:
I thoroughly enjoyed this Etsy Success Livestream Photography Workshop! The tips are perfect to implement right away and useable at all levels of photography knowledge. Thank you so much Jessica Marquez! I especially appreciate the "tell a story, your story, make it personal, let the buyer feel connected to you and your product" tips. I am anxious to make changes to my own work. Thank you Etsy and thank you Jessica!
355 days ago
pinkfishstudios says:
I will be reshooting lots of things - thanks so much for the great info.
355 days ago
birdahoy says:
Thanks so much for this workshop! I've been wondering about the AV and TV settings on my camera for ages! Really enjoyed all the examples shown too. Brilliant! Thanks Jessica!
355 days ago
scarabocchio says:
Absolutely usefull! Thank you!
355 days ago
Simag says:
This is so very helpful. THANK YOU so much for sharing!!
355 days ago
Yellowbrush says:
very good ideas given here... enjoyed them
355 days ago
wirequeen says:
This was excellent. Thank you as i'ma visual person I needed to see examples to understand what aperture and white balance do. Much appreciated.
355 days ago
wirequeen says:
This was excellent. Thank you as i'ma visual person I needed to see examples to understand what aperture and white balance do. Much appreciated.
355 days ago
rhojobaldwin says:
Wow, great presentation. Learned more in these two tutes than all the photography classes and other photo tutes combined.
355 days ago
RockArtiste says:
Etsy has changed the website again. I can no longer edit or delete my pictures. If I want to change a picture by deleting it and adding a different one, I can no longer do that. This makes it very difficult when listing items for sale on Etsy.
355 days ago
SaffronColoredPony says:
who knew! not me...I learned alot, thanks Jessica and Etsy!
355 days ago
MiamiSun says:
Thanks so much for these great tips - it has given me different ideas that I just didn't know of.
355 days ago
LittleKnitsStudio says:
Food for photographic thought - -many thanks!!
355 days ago
SpinningMonkeys says:
Thanks so much, I need this help. Cheers to better photos!
355 days ago
KoloursBoutique309 says:
Thank you Jessica. I am camera stupid, so this really helped a lot. ! I hope that my pics are not too embarrassing so far !
355 days ago
chayatileworks says:
Great Information!!! I have a lot of work to do. Thank you so much!
355 days ago
oldtimethreads says:
Thanks so much for the help. I try to better my pics constantly! Hopefully I am doing okay so far and only get better. : )
355 days ago
cthings says:
Wow Jessica this has been so great! Thanks for your time and also all the people who helped in sharing their photos. I needed this back about 3 years ago. Thanks again!
355 days ago
BeeHummingbird3 says:
Thankyou, so much work to be done xo
355 days ago
criticaleggplant says:
Thank you so much, very helpful and answered 98% of my photography questions! The eggplants.
354 days ago
JanetElizabethLLC says:
Thank you! Very informative! I'm going to try some of your ideas and also experiment with my camera instead of using the auto system.
354 days ago
evieedesigns says:
I do need help on photos. Thanks
354 days ago
PiecyksPieces says:
This workshop is very helpful, thank you:)
354 days ago
DuettaDesigns says:
Great workshop, thanks!
354 days ago
sgjewelrydesigns says:
Great presentation and very helpful ! I started experimenting the next day but it is not easy especially that I do not know my camera well enough. This gave me the incentive to study my camera :):) Thanks for the tips and the video!
354 days ago
DevineCollectible says:
Way cool, going to give it a try, peace & love, karen
354 days ago
MulberryHillDesigns says:
Thank you, it always helps to get ideas and suggestions about photography!
354 days ago
HoneymoonBayStudio says:
Thank you for the fantastic downloadable worksheets!
353 days ago
JulieBinmore says:
so great!
353 days ago
treehouseherbs says:
that's great - improvement never ends :)
353 days ago
FreakyPeas says:
It frustrates me that Etsy always picks white photography for the front page. Jessica is also showing this. I love the pictures she picked but for those of us who have color........
353 days ago
TheToptonWickery says:
I have lots of work to do! I so don't want to look like everyone else and must weigh that with my desire not to re-invent the wheel. YIKES!!!!!!
353 days ago
STARRFIRESTUDIOS says:
Great presentation! Thank you for the tips and video. The worksheets were very helpful.
353 days ago
veryverdant says:
Thank you so much. I am looking forward to trying out all the helpful tips and hopefully helping my shop look more inviting by improving the quality of my photos.
352 days ago
ChantressJewelry says:
Very helpful, Jessica, thank you! I've already applied some of your tips and my pics are better. I'm still frustrated with aperature. I want an open aperture and shallow focus. But, it seems that no matter what I do, I get this crisp background. Should I set the shutter high, so the camera will give me an open aperature? Anyway, thank-you again!
352 days ago
KatyBitsandPieces says:
Great workshop! Answered a lot of questions I had. Can't wait to get started using the information I learned here...
351 days ago
bleuherron says:
lovely information. really helpful and to the point! thanks for sharing with us!
351 days ago
arludesigns says:
GREAT workshop. About to shoot some products to open my etsy shop and that was so helpful for a new comer like me! Wish me luck x
350 days ago
olechkodotorg says:
thank you much! very useful stuff
349 days ago
wiredroxz says:
Thanks a million, you have validated some of my instincts and given me new ideas and inspiration :) Have a great one :)
349 days ago
penny4designs says:
Extremely important and helpful information! Made a world of difference in my photos i took today.Thank you! Penny
349 days ago
codynwyatt says:
Thank you so much. I learned a lot of this in photography class in school...but have forgotten most of it. Thanks for giving me such great hints and ideas for branding my items.
346 days ago
Madeit4u says:
Great workshop! Learned a lot of new things and will read the handouts later today. A hands free microphone would have helped Jessica.
346 days ago
sharoncurtisdesigns says:
Thank you Jessica for so many helpful tips!
343 days ago
bluebirdbelle says:
Really useful information .. Thanks
342 days ago
bilot says:
Sooo helpful! Thanks al lot...
340 days ago
Spazdesign says:
Thankyou so much for this tutorial. I've been struggling on the photography front and this has really helped. Still need to play around and fine tune but can already see a dramatic difference. Thanks again.
338 days ago
thisthatotherthings says:
Thanks for all the helpful information on taking photo's. I sell vintage items that come in all shapes and sizes. I find it very difficult to shoot an item that doesn't fit on my white poster boards, so I tend not to sell those big items. Maybe with some practice now I'll be able to carry larger items in my shop. Thanks again.
337 days ago
ExoticCushions says:
Just as a hopefully positive criticism. You need to have your images and words a LOT more streamlined. Yes there's good informtion here but it could have been edited down quite a bit. I could see you were nervous but maybe try and go through it all a few more times beforehand.
336 days ago
LeafyDesign says:
Great videos! Helped me a lot!!! Thanks!
336 days ago
GemdropsoftheFalls says:
Wow! Saving this worksheet. Thank you so much for sharing. Just because our items are handmade doesn't mean our photos have to look homemade; we can get nearly professional photos if we try. :)
335 days ago
RachelMarie40 says:
WOW! These video's were very helpful! I feel so much better about my new pictures :)
335 days ago
AlwaysSnazzyTs says:
Wish I had seen this before buying allot of equipment that I have just sent for! I am the worst photographer and now I know why. Need to learn my camera better. Wish she had talked more about what to do if you have painted glass and how to show the painting but not the glare.
331 days ago
ABROKENHALLELUIJAH says:
awesome thank you!
328 days ago
StarrShinePottery says:
Absolutely great information! I will probably watch the videos again (and again). Thanks so much!
322 days ago
FourEyesDesigns says:
Fantastic...I learned so much! Thank you!!
315 days ago
JubileeJewelrybyMJ says:
Just love it! It really helped me !
314 days ago
AishaShop says:
Thank you Jessica for so many helpful tips!
291 days ago
FoofyJewels says:
so useful, I can't wait to have a proper go!
287 days ago
avenir says:
Great! Will set up my photo studio using some techniques she taught us! Thank you.
285 days ago
AlicesPocket says:
This was such a great set of videos! I learned so much. you did a great job, Jessica! You gave me more confidence on starting up a shop. p.s. love the dress!
283 days ago
BinkeeBabyClothing says:
Wish I could be there too!
281 days ago
DevineCollectible says:
I still struggle with photo's somebody once email and told me I sucked but I'm not giving up ~ have read this tru 3 times thanx so much, karen DevineCollectible
256 days ago
FreshRetroGallery says:
Great info. Thanks
224 days ago
suzannedelsarto says:
Very informative! Thanks!
214 days ago
NaturaLLinens says:
very helpful thank you!
212 days ago
AhoyAhimsa says:
Thank You!
209 days ago
sfiorivanoleviole says:
Sooo helpful, thank you :) !
206 days ago
shoptsarevna says:
Thank you, so helpful! I look forward to applying this information
160 days ago
UniverSoulWear says:
This was awesome! Ty! So many great ideas I can now implement into my shop! :)
153 days ago
RazWear says:
This workshop is very helpful. I made at least three of those photography faux pas in my shop.
138 days ago
PedalPosh says:
Very Helpful. Thanks Jessica.
117 days ago
2ndtimearound1 says:
Great teaching tool---- I will be reshooting a lot, I think that will make a big deference. Thanks Jessica
109 days ago
Jodi Brownstein from JodiRaeDesigns says:
Great Tutorial! thanks so much for such great information, and visual examples. This will be super helpful in creating my store!
85 days ago
Rachel Tribbick from PaperBeau says:
thank you thank you! my photographs have improved just while watching this and shooting as we go! haha - i cant wait for tomorrow when im going to be shooting all day!
48 days ago