Product Photography Quality Checklist

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PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY

QUALITY CHECKLIST FOR MAKERS

Hey there!

Thanks for grabbing my product photography quality checklist for


handmade sellers.

Just the fact that you took the time to request, open, and read this
PDF shows that you are ready to get serious about taking your
product photography to the next level.

Determining exactly what you need to focus on to improve your


product photos is the first step towards creating gorgeous images
that will sell your products like hotcakes.

Are you ready to review your product photographs to find out just
where you need to improve?  Let's get started!
PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY
QUALITY CHECKLIST FOR MAKERS

CHARACTERISTICS OF A GOOD PRODUCT PHOTO


So what actually makes a good product photo?

THE PHOTO IS THE CORRECT RATIO

THE PRODUCT IS CENTERED


PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY
QUALITY CHECKLIST FOR MAKERS

SOFT, EVEN LIGHTING

SIMPLE BACKGROUND
PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY
QUALITY CHECKLIST FOR MAKERS

NO MORE THAN 1 OR 2 PROPS

USE A FLATTERING ANGLE


PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY
QUALITY CHECKLIST FOR MAKERS

COLOURS ARE BALANCED AND ACCURATE

GREAT IMAGE QUALITY


PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY
QUALITY CHECKLIST FOR MAKERS

NO TEXT OR WATERMARKS

PHOTO IS EDITED FOR BEST TONES & A COLOUR PROFILE IS EMBEDDED


PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY
QUALITY CHECKLIST FOR MAKERS

So, how do your


product photos check out?

Rate your product photos using the


product photography quality checklist
below and never upload a less-than-great
product photo again!
PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY
QUALITY CHECKLIST FOR MAKERS

PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY
QUALITY CHECKLIST

The photo is the correct ratio. (eg, 4:3 for Etsy, 1:1 for Instagram)

Product is centered with none of it cut off by the photo frame

The lighting is soft and bright with no harsh shadows

You've used a simple background

Simple but appropriate styling (only one or two props)

The angle is straight down or straight on

The colors are balanced (eg, white is actually showing white)

The image is crisp and focused (not pixelated or blurry)

There's no text or watermarks on the photo

It has been edited to adjust levels, color balance, & crop/resize

CONGRATS! YOU'RE READY TO POST YOUR IMAGE!


PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY
QUALITY CHECKLIST FOR MAKERS

Ready to learn how to


rock your product photos?

5 Steps to Awesome Product Photos


https://youtu.be/fRmHAMOzxgU

5 Biggest Mistakes in DIY Product Photography


https://youtu.be/xB9khOzLqkc

5 Tips For Perfectly Styled Photos


https://youtu.be/8JikksXfvF8

3 Tips For Editing Your Product Photos


https://amytakespictures.com/3-tips-for-editing-your-handmade-
product-photos/

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