How to Make and Sell Photo Prints on Etsy?

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99 percent of successful shops begin with successful products. What does this mean? Before we explore how to start selling Photo Prints on Etsy, it is essential to conduct market and product research on Photo Prints.

There are many things to consider:

  • Is selling Photo Prints on Etsy a good idea?
  • How to create/make Photo Prints to sell on Etsy?
  • Which types of Photo Prints products are popular on Etsy?
  • How many sellers are selling Photo Prints on Etsy?
  • What can you learn from the top Etsy sellers in Photo Prints?
  • How much does it cost to sell Photo Prints on Etsy?
  • How to make your Photo Prints shop stand out on Etsy?

Feeling a bit complicated? No idea where to get useful information about Photo Prints? Don't worry, there's more help available today - although Etsy is evolving every day, an amazing Etsy seller tool can give you almost everything you want in a timely manner.

Take a sip of coffee. Let's move on to How to sell Photo Prints on Etsy.

As a reminder, all the data below comes from EtsyHunt, which has a huge and growing database of Etsy sellers and products. More importantly, it will help us to spy on sellers who sell Photo Prints on Etsy, as well as what's trending in Photo Prints on Etsy.


Is it a good idea to sell Photo Prints on Etsy

The key is to estimate the profitability and competition of selling Photo Prints products on Etsy.

First, do a quick search for the keyword "Photo Prints" to assess demand and competition.

For the keyword "Photo Prints", the views is 5616885, and the favorites is 23246. Meanwhile, there will be at least 86 competitors on Etsy. Obviously, making Photo Prints to sell on Etsy is a good choice.

Then, let's look at the best-selling Photo Prints products to estimate the profit.

When calculating the profit of a competitor's product, the formula can be: Profit = Sales X Average Price - Etsy Fees.

Regarding the fees for selling Photo Prints products on Etsy, we will need a free Etsy fee&profit calculator. You will find these posts I wrote helpful:

As for sales and pricing, the sales is 3945, and the average price of Photo Prints product is 21.45.

We've gone over a rough market analysis of selling Photo Prints on Etsy. There is no doubt that the profit opportunity of Etsy Photo Prints is real and can be high. Now, the next step would be to find out your niche and learn how to generate passive income over time.


How to create Photo Prints to sell on Etsy?

Everyone will have their own set of methods, but I offer 4 easier steps to get started on how to sell Photo Prints on Etsy.

1. Find your niche for your Photo Prints shop

Millions of people are shopping or selling unique and creative products on Etsy. Here are the top 20 most popular Photo Prints products in which your niche may be hidden. You can get inspiration from them to make your unique Photo Prints products.

# Image Product Total Sales Learn More
1
Custom Faceless Portrait, Faceless Portrait Print, Custom Portrait, Faceless Digital Portrait, Couple Digital Faceless Illustration, ASAP
Custom Faceless Portrait, Faceless Portrait Print, Custom Portrait, Faceless Digital Portrait, Couple Digital Faceless Illustration, ASAP
1,634
2
50 Frame MockUps Frame Mock up Bundle modern Mock Up Photograph Styled Stock Photo Template Frame Art print Mockup JPG Digital Download
50 Frame MockUps Frame Mock up Bundle modern Mock Up Photograph Styled Stock Photo Template Frame Art print Mockup JPG Digital Download
2,133
3
Personalised Art Gift From Photo Digital Painting Portrait Present For Family/ Kids Room Decor Wall Bespoke Artwork Anniversary
Personalised Art Gift From Photo Digital Painting Portrait Present For Family/ Kids Room Decor Wall Bespoke Artwork Anniversary
773
4
Vintage Retro Aesthetic Wall Collage- 40 physical prints
Vintage Retro Aesthetic Wall Collage- 40 physical prints
1,325
5
Natural Green Aesthetic Wall Collage - 40 physical prints
Natural Green Aesthetic Wall Collage - 40 physical prints
76
6
Forest Print, Set of 3 Print, Foggy Nature Poster Forest 3 Piece Set Nordic Photography Misty Forest Photo Foggy Landscape Large Fog Forest
Forest Print, Set of 3 Print, Foggy Nature Poster Forest 3 Piece Set Nordic Photography Misty Forest Photo Foggy Landscape Large Fog Forest
1,704
7
Print digital photos into instant photos | Custom instant photo prints | Turn your pet family and special moment to instant photos
Print digital photos into instant photos | Custom instant photo prints | Turn your pet family and special moment to instant photos
2,942
8
Sage Green Wall Collage - 40-80 physical prints
Sage Green Wall Collage - 40-80 physical prints
1,106
9
Watercolour Line People Portrait, Pen and Ink Drawing, Gifts For The Couple, Personalised Art, Custom family portrait
Watercolour Line People Portrait, Pen and Ink Drawing, Gifts For The Couple, Personalised Art, Custom family portrait
463
10
California Beach Surf Wall Prints Blue Coastal Set Surfer Waves Poster Giclee Beach Poster Surfing Photo Set of 3 Coastal Waves Beach Poster
California Beach Surf Wall Prints Blue Coastal Set Surfer Waves Poster Giclee Beach Poster Surfing Photo Set of 3 Coastal Waves Beach Poster
148
11
Personalized Fridge Magnet Photo Prints | Print your pet family and special moment to fridge magnet | Occasional Motto fridge photo magnets
Personalized Fridge Magnet Photo Prints | Print your pet family and special moment to fridge magnet | Occasional Motto fridge photo magnets
477
12
Custom Shaped Fridge Magnet Photo Prints | Turn your pet family and special moment to fridge magnets | Occasional Motto custom printing gift
Custom Shaped Fridge Magnet Photo Prints | Turn your pet family and special moment to fridge magnets | Occasional Motto custom printing gift
400
13
Locket Photo Prints, locket size photos, locket photo printing, wedding charm photo prints, printed locket photos, personalized gift
Locket Photo Prints, locket size photos, locket photo printing, wedding charm photo prints, printed locket photos, personalized gift
1,657
14
150 Danish Pastel Aesthetic Wall Collage Kit - Danish Pastel Room Decor - Pinterest Prints - Aesthetic Collage Kit -Danish Pastel Poster Set
150 Danish Pastel Aesthetic Wall Collage Kit - Danish Pastel Room Decor - Pinterest Prints - Aesthetic Collage Kit -Danish Pastel Poster Set
114
15
Turn your camera roll into instax prints. Custom instant photos.  Instax prints. Instant film photos. Aesthetic photos
Turn your camera roll into instax prints. Custom instant photos. Instax prints. Instant film photos. Aesthetic photos
564
16
120pcs Neutral Collage Kit Aesthetic #1, Boho Boujee Photo Wall Collage Kit, Beige Cream Brown Trendy Wall Art Prints Decor,DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
120pcs Neutral Collage Kit Aesthetic #1, Boho Boujee Photo Wall Collage Kit, Beige Cream Brown Trendy Wall Art Prints Decor,DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
573
17
100 PCS Danish Pastel Aesthetic Wall Collage Kit | Danish Pastel Decor | Pinterest Prints | Aesthetic Collage Kit | Danish Pastel Poster Set
100 PCS Danish Pastel Aesthetic Wall Collage Kit | Danish Pastel Decor | Pinterest Prints | Aesthetic Collage Kit | Danish Pastel Poster Set
212
18
400 Pieces Beach Wall Art Prints, Coastal Prints, Beach Prints, California Prints, Ocean, Beach, Palm Prints, Tropical Vibes, Surfing Poster
400 Pieces Beach Wall Art Prints, Coastal Prints, Beach Prints, California Prints, Ocean, Beach, Palm Prints, Tropical Vibes, Surfing Poster
675
19
Canvas Prints, Photo To Canvas, Custom Canvas Pictures, Wedding Pictures, Canvas Photos, Canvas Pics, Photography Prints, Photo To Canvas
Canvas Prints, Photo To Canvas, Custom Canvas Pictures, Wedding Pictures, Canvas Photos, Canvas Pics, Photography Prints, Photo To Canvas
329
20
Custom pet portrait from photo, Multiple dog painting on canvas,  Cat portraits, Personalized gifts, watercolor painting, Pet memorial
Custom pet portrait from photo, Multiple dog painting on canvas, Cat portraits, Personalized gifts, watercolor painting, Pet memorial
648

2. Determine how to make Photo Prints to sell online.

For how to make Photo Prints, you can choose to make it entirely at home, or consider using some tools to implement your ideas.

Learning from your competitors is an effective way. Check out the following 20 best-selling Photo Prints on Etsy for inspiration. Or the latest Etsy trends.

# Image Shop Total Sales Learn More
1
BellasPortrait
BellasPortrait
6,608
2
RattyTank
RattyTank
59,312
3
TeenieWee
TeenieWee
10,538
4
jesscollages
jesscollages
2,456
5
jesscollages
jesscollages
2,456
6
EmmaArtPrints
EmmaArtPrints
3,727
7
OccasionalMotto
OccasionalMotto
75,514
8
jesscollages
jesscollages
2,456
9
CustomYourMoment
CustomYourMoment
2,800
10
WallArtSetShop
WallArtSetShop
1,844
11
OccasionalMotto
OccasionalMotto
75,514
12
OccasionalMotto
OccasionalMotto
75,514
13
3BeadDesigns
3BeadDesigns
17,885
14
SprngDgtal
SprngDgtal
1,525
15
daniellagonsa
daniellagonsa
6,567
16
GateOfDesign
GateOfDesign
7,194
17
SeleneDesignsArt
SeleneDesignsArt
3,245
18
ThePosterVenue
ThePosterVenue
1,341
19
ForeverWeddingCrafts
ForeverWeddingCrafts
229,573
20
CustomArtYou
CustomArtYou
1,199

3. Learn how to sell Photo Prints on Etsy.

Test your Product first. For example, making some samples and posting them on Instagram and Pinterest. Ask your friends and followers some questions:

  • Do you like the Photo Prints product I made?
  • If you like it, do you want to buy it?
  • If you are considering buying it, how much are you willing to pay for it?
  • If you buy it, how long are you willing to wait?
  • If you don't like it, why?

The answers would help optimize your Photo Prints products.

Next, set up an Etsy account to start selling on Etsy. The 2 must-dos are:

  • Build a consistent and unique brand for your Photo Prints shop. Shop name, logo, brand colors, fonts, mission and vision, and packaging...... all need to be considered.
  • List your Photo Prints items and make sure to optimize the listings. A good listing includes a thorough description, professional images, keywords related to your product, and the best category or subcategory for your Photo Prints products.

Attention, you should recognize the limitations of selling on Etsy. You can sell Photo Prints on other 18 sites like Etsy. Also, you should consider opening a Global Etsy Shop (read more on Etsy International Shipping: Road to a Global Etsy Shop).


4. Decide how to ship Photo Prints on Etsy.

Unlike on Amazon and Walmart, the shipping process on Etsy is entirely the responsibility of the sellers. It is essential for you to read Etsy's shipping policies and create shipping strategies. Here are two suggestions to win customers:

(1) Choose appropriate delivery dates and postage rates.

For your references. After entering the keyword "Photo Prints" on the Etsy keyword research tool, we can see the average shipping time of Photo Prints products is 9. In addition, some of the Photo Prints sellers attract customers by using Etsy free shipping.

(2) Provide a consistent, professional appearance to your Photo Prints packages.

You should think of a unique package for your Photo Prints products, and purchase all the materials needed in bulk. Here is a post on how to find packaging ideas - Etsy Jewelry Box: The Way to Impress your Customers.


You're ready to make Photo Prints to sell on Etsy!

Knowing how to sell Photo Prints on Etsy is the first step. It's time to move on to the next level - Try and learn more.

  • How do you manage your Photo Prints shop each week?
  • How do you keep going when there are no sales?
  • How do you promote your Photo Prints shop when sales growth is stagnant?

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