Hi everybody! I hope you had a fabulous weekend. After an unexpected rainy day on Friday, it sure was nice to see the sunshine on Saturday! And puffy clouds! I could look at those all day..
This weekend found me recovering from sinus infection stuff, which wasn't fun. My mind was in good spirits though and I had time to think up some fun ideas for the blog and my Etsy shop!
Today I thought I'd do a little Q/A session about the little details that go on behind the scenes in my shop....a little self-interview, if you will. I hope you enjoy! These are questions I get asked often. {Make sure to read the coupon code details below too!}
Q: Where does your inspiration come from?
Some people might think I set out on foot, camera in hand...looking for a photo to capture and sell. That's actually not the case. Sometimes I grab my camera when I'm headed outside with the girls, but usually I'm just doing life, day after day...and when something catches my eye I run inside to get the camera! Most of my photos are taken outside because that's where I seem to be delighted the most, by nature finds. I also like grabbing a handful of my favorite props and styling them for a photo as well.
Q: What kind of camera and settings do you use?
I use a Nikon D3000 with a regular lens attached. For now, I use the automatic setting with the flash turned OFF. I always, always have the flash turned off! I hope to learn how to shoot in manual mode someday.....but for now I've found my stride in automatic. Someday when I have the time and money to take a photography class I'd like to. I'd also like to learn Photoshop! Goals for the future...
Q: What do you sell in your shop and how does the pricing work?
I sell photos in three different sizes in the shop (Sunshine by Sara Etsy Shop). I have the photos printed from Shutterfly and have been extremely pleased with their product/quality. The prices for all prints are: 4 x 6 ($5), 5 x 7 ($10), and 8 x 10 ($15).
For photos of an even larger size, feel free to contact me for pricing!
Q: What does the $2 shipping charge cover? Why do you ship local prints?
When I had my handmade shop still open I quickly learned that although it sounds easy to schedule a pick-up for an item sold to someone local, it's actually not! Trying to coordinate two busy schedules to hand off an item is tougher than it sounds. So, when I re-opened my Etsy shop I decided I'd only ship prints, local and all. The $2 charge covers postage, a thick mailer envelope, and a Ziploc bag to keep your photos dry. Plus a little embellishment to make your package extra sunshiney! :)
Q: When do you add new prints to the shop?
As I'm inspired, prints are added! Currently, most of the prints in the shop are rather summery looking. I have plans (as the seasons change), to reorganize the photos in the shop a bit, by season. Coming soon!
Q: Do you take family/individual portraits?
This is something I've done a few times for close friends and family. You can see some examples below! I love the creative process of photographing others. Sessions last around 45 minutes and take place on our property. They will generally take place during the evening, or on a rare occasion-a morning. I edit the photos afterwards and give them to you on a cd. You can then print to your heart's delight!
You can e-mail me at sunshinebysara@hotmail.com for more details if you're interested!
You can e-mail me at sunshinebysara@hotmail.com for more details if you're interested!
Any more questions? Comment below!
More Shop Talk Sessions with some local gals soon! Stay tuned!
More Shop Talk Sessions with some local gals soon! Stay tuned!
{Now through this Saturday (8/3) use the coupon code 15PERCENTOFF to enjoy 15% off your total purchase in the shop! Check it out here: Sunshine by Sara Etsy Shop)
No comments:
Post a Comment