• get overlooked in search because your photos lack quality 
• avoid listing new products because taking photos feels frustrating and time-consuming
• spend money on equipment, only to find it doesn’t make a difference in your photos
• struggle with dark shadows, uneven lighting, and colors that just don’t look right
• waste hours editing, hoping to “fix” photos that still don’t show the quality of your work
• search endlessly for help, only to feel more confused and overwhelmed than before

Imagine capturing beautiful, consistent photos that show the true quality of your products, attracting more customers and boosting your sales, all without investing a lot of time or money. 

• feel confident taking your own product photos 
• get consistent and professional results every time you take photos
• have more time to create products and grow your business
• are featured by Etsy and influencers 
• steal all the sales from your competition and look good doing it
• raise your prices because your shop looks professional 
• increase your engagement on social media 
• create a loyal following that drools over your products 
• release a new product and have it sell out 

With the right system, you’ll have the confidence to take control of your product photography and the growth of your business, using just your smartphone and simple, effective techniques.

Introducing 

Product Photography Essentials

This isn’t just another generic photography course. Product Photography Essentials is specifically designed for makers like you—creative, busy, and ready to grow your business with better product photos. Whether you’re a beginner or someone who’s tried to improve their photos without success, this course will guide you through the exact steps you need to take stunning product photos with just your smartphone.

"This course is real and you will learn. Kristina does an excellent job in breaking up the material into important topics that every small business owner wants/needs to learn. She teaches you how to make your product photography better with the most basic items you already have at home but also provides excellent guidance on how to step up your photography with additional equipment. She not only talks about the different topics, she walks you through examples of the lesson she is teaching so you can see the errors and/or the mistakes and contrast that with the proper way so you visually see the difference and understand the importance. I also enjoyed the walkthrough on how to setup your phone settings and the use of different tools. This course has helped improve my product photography which has helped increase the traffic to my store. I consider the knowledge and practice this course promotes is essential to my success." -Bryan Mantilla

What's Covered in Product Photography Essentials

Module 1: Welcome to Product Photography Essentials 

We start by diving into why product photos are so important for your business and how to set yourself up for success. You’ll learn the five essential ingredients that every quality product photo must have.

Module 2: Ingredient 1: Communication

Your photos don’t just show your products, they communicate your brand’s value. Learn the types of product photos every maker needs and how to use them to tell your story and sell your products.

Module 3: Ingredient 2: Light 

Lighting can make or break your photos. In this module, we’ll cover everything you need to know about natural vs. artificial light, how to set up both, and the exact steps to take so your products look their best in any light.

Module 4: Ingredient 3: Camera 

You don’t need fancy equipment. Learn how to use your smartphone to capture high-quality photos by mastering settings, features, camera angles, and composition. No more trial and error, just easy-to-follow steps.

Module 5: Ingredient 4: Set, Style, and Shoot

Styling and composition are key to making your products stand out. We’ll walk through how to choose backdrops, props, and placement to create eye-catching images that attract the right shoppers and convert them into buyers.

Module 6: Ingredient 5: Editing 

Don’t let editing overwhelm you. With simple, step-by-step instructions for affordable (or free!) editing software, you’ll learn how to make the most important edits to create polished, professional-looking photos.

Module 7: Behind the Scenes of Real Product Shoots

Peek behind the curtain as I walk you through real product photography sessions, showing you exactly how to shoot different products, and how to adjust for different lighting setups.

Student Gallery 

See their results and hear what they have to say about Product Photography Essentials.