Sell more of your handmade items with better photographs! Amidst the sea of handmade jewelry, apparel, housewares, art, and other crafts that populate blogs, websites, and online marketplaces, how do you make your items stand out? The key is great photography. Beautiful handmade items can be undermined by poor or uninspired images that fail to represent the detail and craftsmanship. With The Crafter's Guide to Taking Great Photos you'll learn that you don't need expensive, professional equipment to get quality results. Get simple, practical advice presented with the crafter in mind. Learn to make a lightbox, how to use natural lighting, and how to capture the detail in your work. Broken down into specific craft areas, you'll find tips on how to best generate eye-catching images that will help sell your items. Boost your online crafting business with The Crafter's Guide to Taking Great Photos.

Craft and the Creative Economy examines the place of craft and making in the contemporary cultural economy, with a distinctive focus on the ways in which this creative sector is growing exponentially as a result of online shopfronts and home-based micro-enterprise, 'mumpreneurialism' and downshifting, and renewed demand for the handmade.

With the popularity of Etsy and Pinterest, serious art and craft buyers and sellers are turning to the online world to buy, sell, and promote beautiful homemade creations. But where to start? Solga shows you the pros and cons of all the major art and craft sites, as well as tips for creating your own store online.

Take your crafts out of your workshop - and into the spotlight. Do you dream of making money with your art but feel unsure of how to begin? With The Savvy Crafter's Guide to Success, turning your hobby into a career is easier than you think. Leave the boring business books to the white-collar set! In these pages filled with plenty of artwork for inspiration, renowned rubber-stamp and polymer-clay artist Sandra McCall teaches you everything you need to know about successfully marketing and selling your work. She shares personal insights from some of the industry's top crafters, including Traci Bautista, Claudine Hellmuth, Michael Jacobs, Catherine Moore and Stephanie Olin. With sound advice, valuable do's and don'ts, and plenty of encouragement, you'll learn to: • Become a regular contributor to craft publications • Start teaching workshops at stores, retreats and craft shows • Assert yourself as an "expert" in your field Turn your dreams into reality. Turn your crafts into a career!

Photography has become an integral part of modern life, with people using cameras every day to capture moments, tell stories, and create art. Whether you're using a high-end DSLR, a smartphone, or something in between, the fundamentals of photography remain the same. This eBook is designed to guide you through your photography journey, helping you transform from a novice to a confident photographer who understands the essentials of the craft. The art of photography is a balance between creativity and technical skill. With the rise of social media, more people than ever are engaging with photography, but understanding the principles behind a great photo can significantly elevate your work. The aim of this book is to demystify photography for beginners, breaking down the concepts and techniques into easy-to-understand sections, with practical tips that can be applied right away. From mastering the basics like exposure, aperture, and shutter speed to exploring composition and lighting techniques, this guide will equip you with the knowledge you need to create visually compelling images. We'll also delve into post-processing, a vital step in modern photography, to show you how to edit your photos like a pro and bring out the best in your shots. Photography is a universal language that anyone can learn. Whether you're interested in capturing everyday moments or aspire to become a professional photographer, this book will help you develop the skills and confidence to create meaningful, beautiful images. By the end, you'll have a solid understanding of photography's technical aspects, a toolkit of creative techniques, and a deeper appreciation for the art of visual storytelling.

Following in the footsteps of the best-selling KODAK Guide to 35mm Photography comes a comprehensive guide with something for every digital photographer?be it an amateur looking for new techniques or a seasoned pro who?s brushing up.

Straight from a jewelry-business mentor, this guide to entering the bauble business compiles expert knowledge and wide experiences for those looking to take their hobby to the next level. Aspiring businesspeople will gain the advantage of experience from the numerous case studies and engaging personal stories. Starting with the basics of assessing style, time commitment, and target market, the sections progress through business licenses and tax numbers, developing a cohesive presentation for a business, and the fine art of pricing for a profit. Helpful appendices on display suppliers, business and government agencies, and recommended reading complete the handbook, making it a valuable companion for entrepreneurs.