Product Photography for Makers: Capture Photos That Sell

Instructor: Rachel McHardy
Course Length: 30 minutes | Lessons: 9
Skill Level: Informational

Capture your craftsmanship in its best light.
A great photo doesn’t just show your product—it sells it. In Product Photography for Beginners, instructor Rachel McHardy teaches you how to take professional-looking photos that highlight your work and grab attention online.

You’ll learn how to set up your space, choose the right lighting and angles, and avoid common mistakes that make even great products look amateur. Whether you’re photographing handmade leather goods or any other product, this quick, practical course will help you create clean, polished images that make your brand stand out.

What You’ll Learn:

• The essential equipment you need (and what you can skip)
• Dos and don’ts of product photography for makers
• How to make lighting and composition work for you
• Ways to get more out of every photo shoot for your business
• How to capture detail, texture, and craftsmanship in your shots

Inside the Course:

• Step-by-step lessons on setup, lighting, and styling
• Equipment checklist + visual examples
• Common mistakes and how to fix them
• Tips to improve photos for social media and online stores
• Community support + project share

Included with Membership:
✅ 140+ professionally filmed courses
✅ Downloadable patterns & checklists
✅ Monthly live Q&As with expert instructors
✅ Supportive artisan community
✅ Ongoing new course drops

About the Instructor:
Rachel McHardy is an instructional designer, entrepreneur, and artist with years of experience creating courses and visual media for top brands. A former art teacher turned creative entrepreneur, Rachel brings a clear, practical approach to teaching makers how to showcase their work with confidence and style.