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  • Do I Have to Sell Shirts in My Print on Demand Business?

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    Often, we hear a lot about selling shirts through print on demand. Personally, shirts are one of my bestsellers and I know they are for many different kinds of print on demand sellers through many different platforms. But! Does that mean you have to sell tee shirts, too?

    Here's a few topics we are chatting about!

    Shirts Are a Great Way to Start!Find an Item You Love Designing For as a TesterDissecting Sales Patterns (if never stops, lol)Shirts are FUN!


    Want to know this episode in a quick summary? You know I've always got you!

    Tee Shirts are a fantastic way to start with print on demand. Everyone loves a t-shirt! They can be silly, ridiculous, beautiful, funny, and just really creative. We can celebrate things we love with shirts and that is honestly so valuable when you’re starting a business, even if you’re inherently a graphic tee shirt lover.


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    SEASON TWO OF LISSA TALKS POD WILL HAVE 15 EPISODES!

    *Marked explicit for accidental swears.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!

    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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  • Should I Zig Instead of Zag in My Print on Demand Business?

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    Alright, this one is a really fun + in depth one today! I am so excited to chat with y'all about this topic! And the topic? Should I zig instead of zag in my print on demand business?

    Here's some of our topics!

    What is Zigging Instead of Zagging?How Can This Benefit Our Print on Demand Catalogs?Does This Mean Every Item Has to be Unique?How Can You Zig and Zag?

    Note: We touch on this topic in my interview with Lizzie Smiley on the How to Sell Your Stuff Podcast!

    Want to know this episode in a quick summary? You know I've always got you!

    When we’re starting our Print on Demand businesses and learning to design, it’s great to look at trends and see what’s working. I think this is so essential in learning to see what other people are creating and it’s something we see in all facets of business and art. Young painters often recreate work from master painters to learn. The key to this? These recreations are creative exercises, not the end goal of what will be sold.

    Personally, I think the worst thing I see about Print on Demand - and selling on most platforms in general - is to follow trends. I’ll say it a million times: I love a trend. Give me a disco ball, give me bows, give me glitter, give me funny and chaotic animal puns. I love them! And I love incorporating trends into my work. But, as someone who’s worked in a creative field for so long, I have to say this: Sometimes you need to zig when everyone else zags.

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    SEASON TWO OF LISSA TALKS POD WILL HAVE 15 EPISODES!

    *Marked explicit for accidental swears.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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  • Is There a Way to Make Customer Message Easier in My Print on Demand Business?

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    Today, I am so excited to chat with y'all about a really unique but also mundane topic: making messages easier in your print on demand business. Here's what we're chatting about!

    Don't Be Afraid of MessagesYour Policies are Your PoliciesUsing Email (or Message!) TemplatesThere's Not a One Size Fits AllUse Your Brain Power Wisely


    Here's a link to the sample messages I mentioned in the podcast!

    Want to know this episode in a quick summary? You know I've always got you!

    When you start a print on demand (or any!) business, customer messages can be kind of scary. I’ll be totally honest: if you are selling at any volume, an awkward customer message will happen, just like a negative review will happen. This is totally normal and something all business owners deal with. And as you get used to answering customer messages? It gets so much easier!

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    SEASON TWO OF LISSA TALKS POD WILL HAVE 15 EPISODES!

    *Marked explicit for accidental swears.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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  • When's The Right Time to Build a Website for My Print on Demand Business?

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    Hey!! This afternoon, we are talking about a really fun topic: When's the right time to build a website?

    Here's a few topics we'll hit!

    First! Sorry for the Unexpected Break!A Website is Your Brand's HomeBuilding a Website Can Take a Lot of Brain PowerCopying Listings is THE BEST!You'll Need to Drive Traffic to Your Website


    Here's a link to the tote bag listing I mentioned! I use the Swatch King app to create tie my listings together.

    Want to know this episode in a quick summary? You know I've always got you!

    When building your Print on Demand website, it's important to start building out once you know you have designs that sell. Your website is your brand's home and, because building a website can take a lot of brain power, it's best to start building your website once your designs and brand aesthetic have become second nature in your work flow. Most importantly? Building a website is so satisfying!

    P.S. My microphone is a little wonky in this one!

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    SEASON TWO OF LISSA TALKS POD WILL HAVE 15 EPISODES!

    *Marked explicit for accidental swears.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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  • What if My Print on Demand Designs Suck?

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    This morning, we are talking about a really important topic that can feel a little daunting but is also really exciting: Working with Print on Demand designs that may not be the best when you're first starting. Here's what we'll be chatting about!

    Your Designs Are Going to Suck at FirstIt's Okay if Your Designs Aren't Great!Listing Products Helps With GrowthSometimes, Bad Designs Sell!You Will Get Better if You Start and Stay Consistent!


    And a link to that wolf shirt I mentioned!

    Want to know this episode in one quote? You know I've always got you!

    "When you start Print on Demand, there is a LOT to learn. You need to learn the platform you’re selling on, you need to learn what you like to design and, most importantly, you need to learn how to design. And when that’s done? You need to get a read on how people receive your designs.

    Does that mean you should wait to start listing your design? Does it mean that you should overthink the designs? Does it mean that you should be embarrassed of what you’re creating. Absolutely not! I think it means the exact opposite: Get started! Because your designs? They’re probably going to suck. It might just be the first ten. It might just be the first hundred. Or it might be the first thousand. Whatever it is, that’s okay!

    In any creative - or honestly just business - field, it is very common to hear stories of success. Those stories are incredible and so inspiring, too! But! Just because someone else had things click immediately, it doesn’t mean every seller will. What we can do, though, is pay attention to what works for our individual shops over time. When we start, our designs are not going to be incredible out of the gate."


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    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: JULY 8TH TO OCTOBER 7TH

    *Marked explicit for accidental swears.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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  • Episode 26: Two Months of Selling Print on Demand on TikTok Shop

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    We've got a different format than usual today! In this episode, I'm popping in with TikTok Shop updates from my first two months selling Print on Demand via the platform. Here's the recording dates!

    June 25thJuly 25thAugust 29th


    Should You Sell Print on Demand on TikTok Shop?

    Honestly, I've loved it! So excited to share my thoughts with you!

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    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: JULY 8TH TO OCTOBER 7TH // NO EPISODE FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 9TH!

    *Marked explicit for accidental swears.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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  • What's an Ideal Customer in My Print on Demand Business?

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    Today, we are talking about something that's super similar to niching down but with a totally different approach: identifying your ideal customer for you print on demand business. This is a really fun episode and I hope you have so much fun listening to this + identifying your ideal customer. Here's a few things we'll be chatting about!

    Why You Should Have an Ideal CustomerAn Ideal Customer Should be Pretty SpecificForget About Age, Think About InterestsAre You Your Own Ideal Customer?Should I Expect My Friends and Family To Buy My Stuff?Picking Three Words to Define Your Items


    Want to know this episode in one quote? I've got you!

    "Once you’ve started learning the ins and out of designing, when your first sales have been made, you’ve added low cost and high cost items to your store, and you can spot a trend happening in your sales, it’s time to ask yourself: who’s my ideal customer?

    ... When we boil down the idea of an ideal customer, it really comes down to this: it’s easier to build your designs, items, and vibe if you have a specific type of person you’re creating items for."

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    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: JULY 8TH TO OCTOBER 7TH

    *Marked explicit for accidental swears.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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  • Offering High Cost and Low Cost Items in Your Print on Demand Business

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    Today, we are talking about a really fun topic (as always!). That topic? It's about offering high cost and low cost items in your inventory as a way to build up your business and trust in your business, too! Here's a few of the topics we cover!

    Diversifying works best when you can identify buying patternsIf people love your items, they'll pay for themDifferent shirt brands have different costsSelling a sticker v selling a tee shirtWhy selling low cost items can build trust in your shop


    Want to know this episode in one quote? Hooray!

    "When we start with print on demand, it’s really easy to get laser focused on one thing. Whether that’s a specific niche, design style, or item type, it’s hard to pull away from the idea of what we want our shop and items to be. Once you start seeing buying patterns, though, you’ll see your shop start to evolve.

    As you identify buying habits, you’ll have more data and more room to grow. To do this, you don’t need thousands - or even hundreds - of sales but, when you start to see patterns come to life, adding low cost and high cost items can really help with your shop growth. And when I’m talking about shop growth? I’m not necessarily talking about profit - I’m talking about creating a consistent, awesome experience for your customers at different price points with different items."

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    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: JULY 8TH TO OCTOBER 7TH

    *Marked explicit for accidental swears.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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  • Creating Collections in Your Print on Demand Business

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    As always, this episode today is a freaking blast! We are talking all about creating collections - basically design niches and topic niches - within our print on demand listings. Here's the topics we cover!

    How Collections Make Design Work More FunCan Collections Help with Burnout?How Can Collections Expand Creativity?How Can Collections Expand Inventory?What if the Collections Don't All Go Together?Will My Store Keep a Vibe if I Embrace a Different Design Style?


    Want To Know This Episode in One Quote? You Know I've Got You!

    Creating collections - whether you’re literally making collections or just kind of grouping styles - is a great way to approach print on demand. First, it keeps design fresh and fun. Second, it’s easier to avoid burnout. Third, it’s an awesome way to expand your creativity.

    As a digital collage creator (lol) / shirt designer, I just really like making fun stuff. And if you’re here? I’m guessing you do, too! Don’t feel like you need to put yourself in a box when you hit a groove. Think of different styles as a way to grow and blend your inventory instead!

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    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: JULY 8TH TO OCTOBER 7TH

    *Marked explicit for accidental swears.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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    Support the show

  • Should I Follow Trends in My Print on Demand Business?

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    Today, I am so excited to chat with y'all about one of my favorite creative topics: Trends! I love a trend and also am so passionate about carving out your own individual style. Here's what we are talking about today!

    Trends Are AwesomeAsk Yourself: Do You Like a Trend?The Ask Yourself: What Do You Like?Trends are Good; Style is BetterWhy is Style Better?Make the Weird Stuff


    Want To Know This Episode in One Quote? Wonderful!

    Y’all! This topic is so close to my heart. It’s something I’m so passionate about with photography and something I’ve become even more passionate through selling mockups and print on demand. And that topic? It’s this! How important is it to follow trends?

    If you start to listen to a lot of content about print on demand, you’ll see a ton of content about trends. There’s absolutely value in this and it’s also a great place to start. However, if you want to build something that has more opportunity for expansion, you’ll want to dig a little deeper. It’s a little scary and a lot of vulnerable but, trust me, you’ll be so much happier in the long run.

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    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: JULY 8TH TO OCTOBER 7TH

    *I definitely swear in this one.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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  • Do I Really Need To Order Samples for My Print on Demand Business?

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    Today, we are talking about one of my very favorite subjects. The subject? Ordering samples for your print on demand business. Personally, I think samples are SO important to print on demand businesses and can't wait to share my thoughts with you! Here's a few points we'll it!

    Yes! You Totally Need To Order SamplesBeing Aware of What Your Clients are Buying is ImportantA Complaint Here and There? That Should Be ExpectedMultiple Complaints About the Same Item? That's a Red FlagSample Your Products Before Diving Totally In!

    Want To Know This Episode in One Quote? Wonderful!

    "Yes. Point Blank. If you are running a print on demand business, you need to order samples."

    Lol. That's the only note I had for the episode today! Also full disclosure: I recorded this in the car in the middle of a parking lot. But! It's a fun one I promise!

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    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: JULY 8TH TO OCTOBER 7TH

    *I definitely swear in this one.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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    Support the show

  • How Can I Use Print on Demand in My Creative Business?

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    Today, we are talking all about using print on demand as a way to expand your creative business. Here's a few things we'll address!

    More About My Print on Demand BackgroundWhat Kind of Items Would You Like to See Your Work On?Focus on Your Designs + Your ArtIt's Okay if Your Designs Come in Waves!Building a Print on Demand Shop is Going to Take TimeRemember! There's No One Right Way to Do Anything


    Want to Know This Episode in One Quote? You Know I've Always Got You!

    "Often, we see print on demand recommended as a side hustle or a way to leave your desk job. What if you want something different? As a longtime photographer, I knew two things:

    I Wanted to Diversify My IncomeI Didn’t Want to Stop Shooting

    Yes! I wanted to diversify but I also didn’t want to leave my career. While I’ve never had a traditional desk job, leaving my job was never something I wanted. Instead, I wanted to supplement my income in a different way. Personally, I set out to design a few photographer shirts. Instead, I ended up with two enormous Etsy shops. And it’s been fantastic! I feel so strongly that any creative - a designer, a painter, an illustrator, a photographer, a writer - can take print on demand and use it an a way to fit into their career.

    Maybe for one person that’s creating tote bags with your paintings. Maybe for another it’s a huge shop full of items with witty phrases. For me, it’s a bunch of fun collages that spiraled into a brand new genre of photography. Remember, there’s no one right way to do anything. And the way print on demand is set up? The sky is really the limit!"

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    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: JULY 8TH TO OCTOBER 7TH

    *I definitely swear in this one.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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  • Should I Sell My Print on Demand Products on Multiple Platforms?

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    Here's What We Talk About This Episode!

    Diversifying Should Be The GoalNo Platform Will Sell The Same Amount of the Same ItemsPay Attention to NumbersKnow Your Payment Deposit OptionsHave Fun!


    Want to know this episode in one quote? I've got you!

    "When you’re selling print on demand, it make sense to focus on one platform oat a time. Once you have the feel of one, though, don’t be afraid to build out!

    I also recommend testing on one marketplace - typically a platform like Etsy - to see what gets clicks and what doesn’t. While selling is the ultimate goal, all data is good data. While data is definitely impacted by things like keywords, once you get your shop up and running, you’ll have repeat buyers. Sometimes, I think I’ve crushed a design and no one clicks on it. Sometimes, I do a half hearted attempt at something and it has a favorite immediately. You never know until you know!"

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    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: JULY 8TH TO OCTOBER 7TH

    *Marked explicit in case there are swears!

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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    Have a question about anything? Contact me here!

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  • Why Do Print on Demand Shops Have So Many Listings?

    Welcome to the second season of Lissa Talks Print on Demand! A professional photographer since 2011 and a print on demand shop owner since 2022, I have so much to share with you!

    Here's What We Talk About This Episode!

    One Print on Demand Store = One Piece of the Pie1000 Listings Doesn't Mean 1000 DesignsCreating Awesome Designs Takes Time + PracticeBreakdown of My Own Etsy Listings on June 9th, 2024Why It's Great to Diversify Item Types in Your StoreDon't Be Overwhelmed By Numbers


    Want to know this episode in one quote? I've got you!

    Think of it like this: If you like designing, you’d be doing it anyway. While I don’t think that every shop needs thousands of listings to be successful, I do think scaling your work is a great way to practice your design skill set, practice your listings, and even practice the way you create mockups and research keywords. You do not need to build your shop in a day and you are not a failure if it takes you years to build your shop up to what you want. This is normal! It’s an exception to make a lot of money quickly, not the rule.

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    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: JULY 8TH TO OCTOBER 7TH

    *Marked explicit in case there are swears!

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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    Have a question about anything? Contact me here!

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  • Welcome back my Print on Demand podcast, y'all! Today, I'm checking in with you and discussing a really fun topic: Five Tips for Product Photography on Your Etsy Shop + Any Online Selling Platform

    Here's What We're Talking About!

    Don't Overthink ItShoot By a WindowUse Styling Items From Your HouseDon't Overcomplicate ImagesUsing Sheets as Backdrops


    Want To Know This Episode in One Quote? Wonderful!

    "When learning product photography, it’s best to start really simple. Use even light, simple backdrops, and don’t use filters that change product colors. Upping the exposure on a photo is fine; moving the tint feature to green might make your customers unhappy. Once you know more, you can do more. But when you start? Keep those photos simple!"


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    Season Two Air Dates: July 8th to October 7th

    *Marked explicit in case there are swears! I don't think there are any on this one, though!

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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  • Welcome back my Print on Demand podcast, y'all! Today, I'm checking in with you and discussing a really fun question: Should My Mockups Have White Backgrounds?

    Here's What We're Talking About!

    Why Are Minimal Product Photographs The Most Popular?White Backgrounds = The Truest ColorColor Will Always Vary Because of Other ItemsDifferent Buyers Connect with Different PhotosSloppy Backgrounds v Intentional BackgroundsMost Important? Use Mockups You Connect With!


    Wanna know this episode in one quote? I got you!

    "With Print on Demand, there are a lot of opinions and a lot of options. This can be really overwhelming! Remember: There is no one right way to do anything. If you are drawn to product photographs with white backgrounds, embrace that! Drawn to images that are a little more extra? Embrace that, too! Love them both? Wonderful! Use them both!"

    NEXT EPISODE: JUNE 8th!

    Season Two Air Dates: July 8th to October 7th

    *Marked explicit in case there are swears! I don't think there are any on this one, though!

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

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  • Unique Ways to Market Your Print on Demand Business

    Welcome to my limited series on Print on Demand! In our fifteenth (and final!) episode I discuss:

    10 Ways to Market Your POD ShopHow More Advertising = More RecognitionMarketing Within Your Genre

    Wanna know this episode in one quote? I got you!

    "When you’re new to business, ads can feel like a bad word. When you’re new to POD, niching down can feel like a bad word. One great thing about POD is that you don’t really need to niche down completely, especially if you’re selling on a platform. However, the more niched down you are, the easier it’s going to be to market.

    Here’s what I mean! If you sell floral wall pennants with cute positive affirmations, you can easily start to brainstorm your dream customer. If you sell wall pennants and pillows and candles with no repeat designs or repeat themes, it will be harder to market what you’re creating. See this as an opportunity! The more you build your shop, the more opportunities you’re going to have, both in advertising and overall growth."


    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: January 8th to March 11th, 2024 . After that? We're just playing it by ear.

    *Marked explicit in case there are swears! I don't think there are any on this one, though!

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

    For photography, I shoot with a Canon R6 and most of my mockup photographs are taken with the 35L or 50L. I do all of my editing in Adobe Lightroom and have since 2011! It's my jam!

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  • How To Spot AI Mockups When Using Mockups with Your Print on Demand Designs

    Welcome to my limited series on Print on Demand! In our thirteenth episode, I discuss ways to spot AI mockup photographs. Here's the biggest ways to spot them!

    Hands Look WonkyNo Models Look The SameSomething is "Off"Everything is Overly SmoothLook Closely at Each Item

    NOTE: I am not here to bash AI. As a longtime photographer, though, I thought it would be helpful to address the ways I spot AI images.

    Wanna know this episode in one quote? I got you!

    "When you’re working with mockups, know that sometimes things are going to vary. For example, the color of a sand sweatshirt is going to look different in a brightly lit photo with a white backdrop than a sand sweatshirt on a dark background lit with a flash. With AI, though, we’re not talking about differences like this. Instead, we are talking about ways to spot AI when looking for your mockups.

    As a mockup seller, I’ve noticed an uptick of messages where customers wanted to double check that no AI was used in my mockups. I’ve also noticed an increase in conversations where my customers have felt disappointed when they bought another seller’s mockup only to realize later that it is completely AI generated. Here's the ways I spot 'em! "

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    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: January 8th to March 11th, 2024 . After that? We're just playing it by ear.

    *Marked explicit in case there are swears! I don't think there are any on this one, though!

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

    Support the show

  • Mockup Photographs in Print on Demand

    Welcome to my limited series on Print on Demand! In our twelfth (dang!!) episode, I talk about my experience as a photographer who shoots mockups and sells Print on Demand items. Here's some topic we discuss!

    Don't Overthink Your MockupsSimple Sells But Trends Do, TooUsing Mockups for a Cohesive VibeHow I Use Mockups in My Print on Demand BusinessIt's Okay to Use Different Mockups for Different ThingsReal Items MatterUnderstanding Item Colors in Mockups20% Off Code for My Mockup Shop (Opal and June Mocks!)

    Wanna know this episode in one quote? I got you!

    "Ask yourself: What kind of product images are you drawn to? Subdued, minimalist images? Flashy images? Images with a lot going on? There’s a lot of information that simple sells and, while simple does sell, personality sells, too. Which is more your vibe? Do you like bright colors? How do you want your customer to feel when they see your mockup images? What kind of mockup best reflects your design? All these things will contribute to the style of mock you want. The possibilities are really endless!!"

    Want a super quick mockup tutorial? Fantastic!

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    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: January 8th to March 11th, 2024 . After that? We're just playing it by ear.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

    Support the show

  • All About Reviews in Your Print on Demand Business

    Welcome to my limited series on Print on Demand! In our eleventh episode (and first bonus episode!), we totally dig into reviews. Here's some of our topics!

    Most Reviews Are Amazing!Take a Deep BreathA Bad Review is Not The End of Your ShopEveryone is Going to Have Their Own BiasKnow Your PlatformKnow When You are Going to RespondHave Form ResponsesHow to Improve Customer Experience


    Wanna know this episode in one quote? I got you!

    "When you get a negative review, it can feel like a gut punch. While negative reviews can sting, know that sometimes they have nothing to do with you. Sometimes people are just having a bad day and leave a bad review. Also, sometimes people click the wrong stars and sometimes people leave a bad review when they know something is their fault or if something about the item was different than they expected, even if it was listed.

    ... "If you are seeing a consistent problem in your reviews, there is probably something going on. If you aren’t seeing a consistent problem, there probably isn’t a lot to worry about."

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    NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY: January 8th to March 11th, 2024 . After that? We're just playing it by ear.

    Mockup Photos | Your Photographer Mom Podcast | Photography Website | Instagram

    Opal and June Mocks: Use the code LISSATALKSPOD for 20% off!

    And best of all? Three free mocks!

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    More Information + Links About Print On Demand!
    Total Disclosure: A few of these are affiliate links.

    Literally forever obsessed with Printify. I use Printify for all of my print on demand printing and I'll never stop singing their praises. They're incredible!

    For design work, I'm totally in love with Canva and also love finding extra artwork + fonts on Creative Fabrica and Creative Market.

    For photography, I shoot with a Canon R6 and most of my mockup photographs are taken with the 35L or 50L. I do all of my editing in Adobe Lightroom and have since 2011! It's my jam!

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