Zip Tip: ArtZipper.com Image Tips

The better your images, the better your sales will be. Image quality is everything when selling online. 

 Here are some tips:

1. Clear, sharply focused images are vital. 
2. Do not over-photoshop images, avoid pixilation.
3. Good lighting makes a difference. Use natural light or 2 well-balanced symmetrical light sources. Avoid harsh shadows, flash “burnout”, and reflections. 
4. Photograph your work against a solid or gradient background. Do NOT photograph against a pattern, a wrinkled sheet or in a room setting. 
5. Wearables can be shown on a model, if desired. Avoid using mannequins with creepy faces or in bad condition. 
6. Paintings/2D art should be shown as they will be sold.  If a mat and frame are included, show them. Photograph the work in its entirety, straight on, preferably on a wall.
7. Jewelry should be shown one object to an image. Earrings can be shown as a pair and should be shown hanging vertically. Symmetrical or intentional placement of necklaces, chains and bracelets makes a big difference.
8. Strive to have the art piece dominate the image field so that it is as large as possible.
9. Strive for even exposure in all images as they will be seen together in your online gallery.
10. Strive for the same size image files so that all of your images will appear to be the same size online.