Every Maker needs better photos,
faster.
But photography can be complicated. The first step to making photographing your work easier and faster (no matter if you use a cell phone or regular camera) is the right foundation. Add your email below and have my free 3-Step Cheat Sheet delivered straight to your inbox. After 14 years of working full-time as a photographer, these tips are still how I photograph my own work. In fact, the 3-steps outlined in the Cheat Sheet are exactly what I used to take the photo you see here!
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The Classes
Let’s be honest: Photographing your work is probably the last thing you actually want to do.
The reason photography has been so hard up until now is because most resources out there speak in general terms and then you are left to figure out what the heck something called aperture has to do with getting rid of the glare on your glossy pot. Huh?
I understand. In fact, I was in your shoes (just 14 years ago). That’s why all of my teaching - from free monthly tips (you filled out that form above right? ☝) to online masterclasses and 6-week courses are built specifically around the needs of makers and artists. All of the below resources are rooted in taking photos of artwork, primarily ceramics, and with as little photo-jargon as possible. You don’t need to know what f2.8 means to take a great photo of your pottery.
And I’m here to show you exactly how to do it, even with your cell phone.
01. The Maker’s Photography Styling System
MPSS focuses on learning the basic principles of what makes a strong and dynamic photo. Lessons on composition, color theory, and prop styling can all be applied whether you are using a cell phone or a regular camera.
This course is great for makers who are particularly interested in sharing (and selling) more of their work online as it focuses heavily on learning how to style your work by adding props and creating a scene, which encourages potential customers to dream about owning your work more than the average photo.
Binge this course over the course of 2 days (with time for practice) or take it one bite-sized lesson at a time over the course of 6 weeks.
02. The Maker’s
DSLR Masterclass
In this class, you will go from feeling intimidated by your DSLR's complex settings to being confident and empowered as you capture true-to-life photos of your work. No more defaulting to your cell phone camera for “good enough” images.
This Masterclass is designed to be taken at your own pace - binge the whole thing in one day, or take it one setting at a time. Including time for practice, the entire Masterclass can be finished in approximately 6 hours and by the end you will be able to create consistent, professional photos without hours of editing.
03. The Maker’s Complete Lighting System
This is a huge one. And it’s coming… but probably not until 2026 if we’re being realistic. In the meantime, we’re chatting all things lighting whenever members have questions during our Monthly Photo Q&A sessions happening inside of The Community! Click here to learn more about the additional perks of becoming a Community member.
In the meantime…
Can’t wait for a class?
Each month, inside of The Community I host a Photo Q&A session. Members can ask literally any photo question that’s on their mind. If you can’t wait come join other makers from all over the world, supporting each other in figuring out how to make a living from the things we make.