Pottery photography: The Maker’s Photography Styling System
Take Gorgeous photos of your ceramics, anywhere, in less time
a clear, repeatable process for capturing your Art & products without a fancy camera, clean studio or wasting hours.
Your Photography Skills are costing you more than wasted time
The kiln has cooled (enough) and you open it up to a delightful batch of new pots.
You are thrilled with the results!
But then you photograph everything and…
There's nothing about the photo that connects to the magical piece you are holding in your hand.
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The colors go flat or worse, aren't accurate at all
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The surface texture you spent hours on is barely legible
Which means…
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The shape looks wonky (and not in a good way)
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Lost HOURS
Re-shooting the same pieces hoping something will work. Watching tutorials that leave you more confused than when you started. Editing, filtering, second-guessing… and still ending up with photos you aren't proud of.
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Lost sales
People can't fall in love with work they can't see properly. So customers are scrolling past without ever knowing what they're missing..
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Lost Energy
Photography isn't even something you want to be spending your time on! You want to be back in the studio. Making more work. Instead you're stuck. Frustrated, defeated, blocked by something you’d rather not be doing anyway.
You didn't choose a life of making things because you wanted to become a photographer.
And you're sick and tired of how frustrating it is to photograph your art.
You're probably thinking...“There must be a better way!”
Are overwhelmed by the idea of having to photograph your work (You’ve likely bought a couple of photography products - like those white product boxes - but still don’t quite know what to do) or…
Have already spent hours searching around on Youtube for photography tutorials, only to feel like you still don’t really know what to do…
There must be a solution to taking great photos but without wasting so much time.
And if you could only just find the right information, you’d be able to confidently share more of your work and (ultimately) sell more of that work.
Whether you…
Are side-hustling to sell your ceramics online, and hate the feeling of wasting what little spare time you have trying to take photos of your work (and then not being happy with how those photos turned out) or …
You are in the right place.
And I’m going to show you exactly how The Maker’s Photography Styling System can be the easy, step-by-step solution you’ve always dreamed about. Working together, with bite-size lessons, downloadable cheat sheets, and direct support, by the end of this course you will be taking the photos you’ve always wanted while also saving yourself hours of time.
Hey there,
I’m Rebecca
I refined The Repeatable Studio Method you’ll learn in this course over 14 years working as a professional event photographer.
Never photographing in an ideal studio, but on-location needing professional images in every-changing, new-to-me locations all over the world, at every time of day and in every weather condition you can imagine (yes including after the sunset, yes including in winter, yes including in rain and 40 mph winds).
I know what makes a photo good, and more importantly, I know how to explain it in a way that doesn't require a photography degree to understand.
I'm also a maker myself (married to a production potter). I understand the constraints of a basement studio in a tiny house and the realities of trying to capture people's attention online with the hopes of selling your work.
MPSS isn't a generic photography course with a ceramics filter slapped on top.
I built this course specifically because I kept watching talented artists and makers struggle to photograph beautiful work, and I knew there was an easier way, whether with a regular camera or a cell phone.
The Maker’s Photography Styling System
A step-by-step course that saves you hours of time and gets you back to making faster.
Built specifically for artists, and whatever equipment you already have with bite-sized lessons, direct support, and video Q&A.
Trusted by over 300 makers since 2021.
You might already know some of our students…
“Brilliant course Rebecca, thank you. Feel like I have learnt so much in such a short time. Love the way you layered up the content week by week.”
Jackie Wright of @jackiewrightceramics
Before
After
By the end of The Maker’s Photography Styling System you will have…
Harnessed the power of strong compositions.
Instead of not knowing why you like some photos and don’t like others.
Learned how to quickly & easily integrate props into your photos.
Without your photos looking like a Pinterest board gone wrong.
Infused your own unique style into your images with colors and textures.
Rather than have the same AI photos everyone else creates online.
Tackled The Flat Lay.
And nail it every time.
Created a large photo library full of variety and detail, showcasing your work online just as it looks in real life.
In less time than it previously took you just to take one batch of photos.
Implemented a step-by-step system
that demystifies how photographing your work every single time.
“I’m actually having fun getting the photos I’ve always wanted. I used to be overwhelmed and confused by what to do, but now I’m almost a little bit addicted to taking photos!”
Pamela, a relieved student and art teacher herself!
The Course (in detail)
module 01
Understanding Composition
The goal of this module is to know what you are actually looking for. We’ll discuss:
The three-part structure behind every photo you've ever saved (and how to use it on purpose)
The rule that takes your photos from accidental to consistently good (plus a shortcut to use immediately)
The angle mistake that makes even beautiful pots look... weird (and how to avoid it every time)
module 02
Functional Props
In our second week we’ll begin adding more interest to your photos with props, without adding time to your day. In these lessons you’ll be learning:
How adding one prop can showcase the scale & function of your pieces.
How to infuse movement in your images without overcomplicating things.
How to create layering and interest quickly and repeatably, (no matter how different your pieces are).
module 03
Playing with Color & Texture
It’s time to level things up, my friends! By the end of Module 3 you’ll be infusing your own style and unique aesthetic into your images by:
Harnessing the power of color theory
Intentionally choosing what to include (or not include) in your images
Infusing texture in a way that emphasizes your pieces and makes them stand out (rather than all those distractions you’ve been battling against)
module 04
The Flat Lay
The most desired after image on the internet. The creme de la creme of photography styling… And you’ll be photographing it with ease. Module 4 digs into:
How to get the angle right (and avoid distorting your pieces)
How to style without taking all day (and still have it look natural)
How to still add layers, even when working on a flat surface (Whaaaaat?! Yes, it’s like black magic, but way less scary)
module 05
Creating Variety
You want great photos, fast, but you don’t want those photos to look the exact same over and over and over again. In our final week, you will discover how to:
Easily create a variety of images without changing your setup.
Change the look of your images by changing lenses (the only lesson that can’t be done with a cell phone - yet still gives cell phone hacks!)
Consider creating an ambiance and feeling in photos that showcase different times of day and lighting.
“I cannot tell you how helpful this course was for not only improving the composition and style of our photos, but also for showing us how to take photos in a fraction of the time! We 100% recommend this course for any potter who struggles to capture [their pots] on camera! Worth every penny!”
Lisa & David Dault of Dault Pottery
Before
After
Enroll in The Maker’s Photography Styling System Today
All prices are listed in USD. 14-day money-back guarantee included. All purchases include lifetime access and future updates to MPSS, as well as any future additional bonus material!
3 bi-weekly payments of
$119
A one-time payment of
$357
So Here’s the Deal…
(Spoiler: It’s a $1,300 retail value, but it doesn’t cost you that much)
Step-by-Step Guidance
Video modules, downloadable PDFs, short cheat-sheet reminders & fast tips make referencing all you’ll learn quick & easy now, but also for months to come.
Lifetime access
No deadlines, no pressure. Come back to any lesson whenever you need a refresher, whether that's next month or two years from now when you're photographing a completely new body of work.
Direct support from Rebecca
I’m available right inside of the comments of every lesson to answer any questions you might have about your particular situation/space/work and will always respond within 3 business days.
Bonus Material, now and in the future.
Not only am I personally available to respond to questions right inside the lesson comments, but you will also have access to any bonus material we add to the course in the future. We’re up to 9 bonuses and counting since MPSS started in 2021. Check out some of the favorite bonuses (according to our 300+ students) below!
By committing only 1 hour per week, within 6 weeks , you will have photos you are proud to share and saving loads of time! (or binge it all in one day, it’s entirely up to you!)
PLUS an Ever-Growing list of Bonuses to Make Sure You Never Get Stuck.
Here are just a few examples:
Bonus #1: Behind-the-Scenes Video Tutorial of a Live Shoot with Rebecca
Thinking what I’m teaching can’t possibly be all I do? Wondering if there’s some other “secret” that isn’t shared? Join me for a full reveal of how I shoot all of my own ceramics work, step-by-step.
($425 value)
Bonus #2: Editing 101
But what about editing? What about editing on your phone? By the end of this course, you might find you don’t actually need to edit your photos anymore, but just in case - In this bonus I’ll show you the tiny, quick adjustments I make on my own photos, both via Adobe Lightroom on my computer and through a free app on my cell phone, so no matter your needs, we’ve got you covered!
($350 value)
Bonus #3: Organizing Your Files
Now you have gorgeous photos in less time, but getting them organized and online - whether in your webshop or on social media - is still a total hassle. Watch as I show you my tried & true way for organizing literally thousands of photos using nothing more than the your computer’s built-in filing system.
($175 value)
Enroll in The Maker’s Photography Styling System Today
All prices are listed in USD. 14-day money-back guarantee included. All purchases include lifetime access and future updates to MPSS, as well as any future additional bonus material!
3 bi-weekly payments of
$119
A one-time payment of
$357
No Risks. 14-day Guarantee.
If you do the work and you aren’t seeing results. I’ll give you your money back. Plain and simple.
I understand how hard it is to make a living from the things you make, and I want you to know, without a shadow of a doubt, I’ve built this course to make your life easier.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No problem! The lessons, tips, tricks, and all-around principles shared throughout the entire course have nothing to do with what kind of camera you use. There are only 2 (out of 15) lessons that speak specifically about camera gear, and even in those, I provide cell-phone-only workaround solutions.
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I built this course specifically for you my friend!! All materials are recorded so you can take this at your own pace - whether that’s a binge-half-the-lesons-in-one-afternoon sort of pace, or more of the slow & stead, 1 hour per week pace.
If you can commit only 1 hour per week (like 1 hour on Sunday. That's not even asking you to give up your entire Netflix time) you will have enough time to not only watch each week's lessons but also practice the skills and be entirely complete with the course in 6 weeks.
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NOPE. Spoiler alert: By week 2, you'll have a brainstormed list of "equipment" and props you can use that are mostly already in your home. And if you don't already own them, it's only a matter of a $10-20 stop at your local hardware store.
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Yes. At least, as much as humanly possible. I'm only one woman on the other side of the computer here after all.
Typically, I respond to questions in no more than 2-3 business days, but often faster. -
Your access to the course materials is endless! As long as the Maker’s Playbook exists, you’ll have access to your course materials and let’s put it this way… Self-employed artists, like myself, aren’t known for retiring early ;-)
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Now! As soon as your checkout is complete, you’ll have immediate access to MPSS. Bonus material will be made available after 14 days.
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All course materials are recorded. For the last 5 years, our 300+ students have taken MPSS at whatever pace suits their own life - whether that be bingeing the whole thing in a day or taking it one 15-minute lesson at a time, squeezing it into an already busy schedule.
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Most students start with MPSS, which will show you how to take professional-quality images of your work, no matter your lighting, where you are or what kind of camera (or cell phone) you use.
Once you start comfortably & quickly taking consistent images, you might discover you want even more creative control over getting your photos to look uniquely yours. At that point, it’s time for a regular camera and Beyond Auto.
Alternatively take them together! Click here to buy both courses together and receive a special little bundled discount in the process.
Having one of those “Ugh… I’m not sure…” moments?
Well first off, I’ve been there. Over the last 14 years of being self-employed, I’ve invested in my share of online programs. Some were worth it, and frankly, some weren’t, so I get it. First things first, if you have a question I haven’t answered here, send me an email (education (at) makers-playbook (dot) com).
But let’s get to the heart of the matter...
I know you’re busy. I know you’re overwhelmed with the to-do lists (and the wishlists). The idea of adding one more commitment is enough to make you curl up under the covers and never come back out.
But I also know you need to save time. If you’re going to make this crazy thing work (you know, the whole making a living from the things you make, thing?), you need better photos of your work and you need taking those photos to take as little time as possible.
Together, let's make photographing your work easier so you can sell more & reclaim hours of your life back?
You’ve been looking for a better way.
You’ve been wishing there was a system out there - a step-by-step solution that you could simply follow along and VOILA you know how to take the photos you’ve been hoping for.
Well my friend, here’s your sign. This is it. I’m a professional photographer with a side-hustle in ceramics. You can’t find a more specific combination for teaching photography to potters and other makers (Believe me. I looked).
I will be your guide answering questions so you never get stuck.
6 weeks from now we will be virtually cheers’ing together because you’ll be spending your Sundays relaxing on the couch, rather than fighting with your camera. So…
What do you say?
Ready to start taking better photos, faster?
Enroll in The Maker’s Photography Styling System Today
All prices are listed in USD. 30-day money-back guarantee included. All purchases include lifetime access and future updates to MPSS, as well as any future additional bonus material!
3 bi-weekly payments of
$119
A one-time payment of
$357