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January 16, 2013 by Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw

Is this a fun way to show some consignment or resale merchandise? Truly inspiration for your next merchandise shots!

How to photograph consignment shop goods

Now THAT’s the way to photograph your goods. (Don’t worry, you don’t have to have a yard with tropical greenery. Maple trees work. As do chain link fences. Or even a graffiti-scrawled wall. Depends on your merchandise and your store’s image!)

See how much more wonderful those dresses look rather than

NOT the way to photograph consignment clothes

Nuff said? What are YOUR tricks for quick shots you take to post on your blog or on Facebook? Comment below and earn yourself some brownie points!

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Posted in economics of resale, Shopkeeping talk | Tagged advertising, blogging, perceived value, web | 6 Comments

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  1. on January 18, 2013 at 1:20 am Pam Perry's avatar Pam Perry

    Auntie Kate ~ ~ ~I just joined my peers!!! I added the banner on my webpage!!!! Potential customers will be directed to “How To Consign”. I’M EXCITED!!!! Thanks. Pam


    • on January 18, 2013 at 8:59 am Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw's avatar Auntie Kate

      Welcome, Pam and Classy and Sassy! Love that your potential customers will be directed to HTC… and that HTC can direct new clients to YOUR web site… and that your participation on HTC will improve your business search engine rank!


  2. on January 16, 2013 at 8:15 pm Diane J's avatar Diane J

    We always make sure the area where the photos are snapped are well lit with natural light. It is imperative that the items highlighted are shown in their truest nature.


    • on January 16, 2013 at 9:16 pm Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw's avatar Auntie Kate

      Thanks Diane, for pointing out that the fluorescent lights most shops have are not helpful in true color rendition. Very important, as you say!


      • on January 16, 2013 at 11:27 pm Pam Perry's avatar Pam Perry

        I’d love to invite you to take a look at my photos at Classy & Sassy Upscale Consignments on my Facebook page. The key is never have “stuff” behind your photos….close ups are the best. Lighting is important! Creative shots for interest and most important – make everyting look important. I hope you enjoy my photos.

        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Classy-Sassy-Upscale-Consignments/439344019456787


        • on January 17, 2013 at 8:30 am Auntie Kate of Too Good to be Threw's avatar Auntie Kate

          Thanks Pam, for your comments. I hope that someday soon, you will be able to join your peers on the consumer-oriented site, HowToConsign.com, where we pre-educate your future customers to explore, enjoy, and shop consignment, resale, and thrift shops!



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