How to Photograph Handmade Pottery Mugs for Etsy

Boost Your Etsy Sales with Standout Photos

On Etsy, photos are your most powerful sales tool. A comprehensive set of images builds trust and helps customers click ‘Add to Cart.’ Here’s how to create a listing that converts.

1. The Essential White Background Shot Your primary thumbnail should be a clean, clear photo of the mug on a pure white or neutral background. This shot shows the product without distractions and ensures a professional look for your shop’s homepage.

2. Multiple Lifestyle Images Customers need to imagine using your mug. Show it in context! A photo of the mug on a nightstand, in someone’s hands, or on a kitchen counter helps shoppers connect emotionally with your product.

• Generate Endless Lifestyles: Creating these shots for every mug is a huge challenge. With Product Lens AI, you can upload one photo of your mug and instantly generate a full gallery of unique lifestyle images. Fill up your 10 Etsy photo slots with compelling, high-quality scenes in minutes, not days.

3. Use Contextual Drag-and-Drop Photos Want to show your mug in a very specific, beautiful setting? Found the perfect stock image of a dream kitchen, but don’t know how to add your product?

• Seamlessly Blend Your Product: With our AI Drag-and-Drop Photoshoot Creator, you can do just that. Simply upload the background image you want, drag your mug photo onto it, and our AI will seamlessly integrate your product, automatically matching the lighting, perspective, and shadows. It’s the fastest way to create hyper-realistic, custom lifestyle shots for your Etsy listing.