The Product Photography Blog
Common Mistakes in Product Styling
In product photography, the spotlight often shines on the technical side—lighting, camera settings, and composition. But what about the styling? How you present the product can make all the difference between a photo that grabs attention and one that falls flat. Good...
What Filter Do Professional Product Photographers Use?
Wondering how to make your product photos look professional? I hear it a lot, "Can I use a filter on product photography?" "How can I enhance my photos?" and "What filter do professional product photographers use?" There has to be a secret right? It couldn't be the...
Reducing Bounce Rates For Your E-Commerce Website
The success of an e-commerce website hinges on its ability to captivate and retain visitors. One critical metric that stands as a testament to this ability is the bounce rate. Reducing bounce rates is not just about enhancing user experience; it's a strategic move...
Why Invest In Ecommerce Images?
Product images are a time intensive thing. It is more than setting a product down and taking a photo. Photographers can spend hours on positioning the product, designing the lighting and angles, snapping the perfect picture and editing to the final results. So why...
What Is A Commercial Photography Licensing / Usage Fee?
For those just starting their online ecommerce or other small business, commercial photography licensing may sound strange. What are usage fees and why do you need to pay them? Can't you just use a photo? Unfortunately, no, you can't just use a photo. That can...
How To Prepare For A Successful Commercial Product Photoshoot – A Client’s Guide
You've decided to hire a photographer for your business. Congratulations! Quality product photos can mean more sales and increased revenue. So here is a client's guide on how to prepare for a successful commercial product photoshoot. Before you begin. Be...
Product Photography For E-Commerce – How Important Is It?
Most people rely on sight to learn about the world around them. Processing visual information helps you make decisions to proceed, stop or go in a different direction. This demonstrates the importance of product photography for e-commerce and its' role influencing...
Do Stop Motion Product Animations Get Attention?
Do stop motion animations get attention? Yes, they do. But don't stop here, it isn't the end of this article! Stop motion animated product photos aren't cheap. They require multiple images that are cleaned, retouched and assembled into the graphic. Some simple...
Are There Too Many Product Photos?
Product images are everywhere you turn. Watch television, or Youtube, you'll see a commercial. Go on social media, you'll definitely see adverstisements. Are there too many product photos? It seems that ecommerce has blown the lid off the advertising & marketing...
Product Photos Help People With Short Attention Spans
Everyday, people seem to have less time, and with that, comes short attention spans. Because images are so much faster to consume than a page full of text, product photos help you sell more. (And save you money!!!) Why you need professional product photography High...
Image Size For WooCommerce
What is the best size for WooCommerce product images? If you are dealing with blurry or cutoff photos this information can help you solve the problems. The goal is to get the best image size for WooCommerce that will load quickly and look amazing. That is what leads...
Styles of Product Photography : The 2024 Complete Guide
The power of photography drives the world of e-commerce. Different wares and services demand different styles of product photography, each with its own nuances and techniques. It's not just about taking pictures; it's about telling a story, creating a mood, and...
Creative Ways To Use E-commerce Product Images
I read somewhere that 83% of online shoppers feel product photos are very influential in their purchasing decision. I read somewhere else that 78.237% of all statistics are made up. Either way, e-commerce product images are a business asset you should definitely make...
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