LEARN WITH ME…
I CAN HELP YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY WHETHER IT’S WITH ETSY, SURFACE DESIGN OR JUST ART BUSINESS IN GENERAL!
LET’S TALK ETSY
I started my Etsy journey way back in 2008. That makes me what they call an Etsy veteran. I have sold over 1.5 MILLION DOLLARS of my handmade creations on Etsy alone! I am a consistent six-figure shop owner and run my business entirely by myself. Some of the highlights of my career selling on Etsy? Having numerous BEST-SELLERS, being featured in amazing publications like Brides and Southern Living magazines, and my artwork being used as set design on a NETFLIX SERIES! Talk about a pinch me moment! As you can imagine, I have learned a thing or two in my 16 years of selling on Etsy. I have seen the platform change time and time again, yet one thing has remained consistent - my success. I know the tried and true strategies that need to be implemented in order to find success on Etsy and I can teach them to YOU! No matter what you are trying to achieve, I am confident I can offer solid advice and tactical solutions to help propel your Etsy business forward. The best part? Our conversation is entirely catered to YOU and your personal needs! Book a one hour zoom call to discuss anything Etsy. I will offer my best guidance in any areas in which you are seeking help. Want more time after that? No problem! Book as many sessions as you like! Etsy mentoring rate is $130 per hour. Contact me to see if this would be a good fit for you!
What should I sell on Etsy?
How can I stand out from my competition?
How can I take better photos?
How should I price my items?
Do Etsy ads really work?
How should I ship my product?
Can you help me with SEO?
What should my tags be?
My item is not selling. What do I do?
ETSY SHOP CRITIQUE
Already have an Etsy shop, but things aren’t progressing as you would have hoped? A fresh pair of expert eyes can bring so much to light! I have received several Etsy shop critiques in my own personal Etsy journey and I can tell you they were extremely helpful. Just what is an an Etsy shop critique? I would carefully examine your entire shop, studying each area to see what you are doing well and what could be improved. I would look at your overall shop brand and front page look, individual listings (description, photos, tags, titles), your about section and behind the scenes details, pricing, turnaround times, shipping, policies and MORE! I will even “remake” one of your listings - tweaking photography if necessary, providing a new title, description, tags, THE WORKS! This will serve as an example of what you can do with your other listings to improve their overall potential! A service like this can be an invaluable tool! The Etsy shop critique fee is $395. All of my findings and suggestions would be presented on a PDF that is easy to understand and yours to keep forever! Reference it while working through each section to give your shop an amazing, effective makeover! Contact me to see if this would be a good fit for you.
Overall shop look / branding
Effective listing descriptions
Optimizing tags for SEO
Pricing for profit
Searchable titles
Click-worthy photography
Sample listing makeover
PORTFOLIO REVIEW
Like many of you, I had no idea how to make a portfolio. It felt overwhelming and I didn't know where to start, what to include, how to format, etc. Luckily, I’ve had some amazing teachers and now feel confident in portfolio creation! I have created three portfolios in the areas of fashion design, fine art and surface pattern design. Want to know the craziest part? I truly enjoyed making each and every one of them! Working on portfolios is one of the most satisfying aspects of my career as an artist. I love putting things together in a cohesive way to create a beautiful, curated look. I know that doesn't come easily to everyone. That’s where I come in! I can do a thorough review of your existing portfolio and provide honest feedback and detailed suggestions for changes that will make it look polished and professional in a way that showcases your work in the best possible light! The goal? WOW art directors and let that artwork shine! Contact me to see if this would be a beneficial service for you.
A $450 portfolio review includes:
a thorough review of your entire portfolio
1 hour zoom call to discuss findings
complete PDF download of notes/suggestions
additional 30 - 60 minute zoom call to review any changes you have made
Click “Read Now” to view a full screen version of my surface design portfolio.
COACHING
I have been a full-time working artist for over 13 years. Just as with any business, there have been highs and lows. I’ve learned a lot and grown so much. I truly feel that I can help you navigate your own art business, whether that’s through art direction, planning and organization, website building, finding your signature style, niche markets, branding, customer service, navigating different revenue streams, dealing with overwhelm, negative feedback, and so much more. Having an art business is just that - a business. They don’t teach you that part in art school. It’s something that is learned through trial and error, experience, and making plenty of mistakes. I have made the mistakes so you don’t have to. Let me help you navigate the tricky parts of your business. Let’s brainstorm together and come up with real solutions to your biggest business struggles. You don’t have to do it alone. Contact me to see if this service is the right fit for you!
HOW DOES COACHING WORK?
First, you would reach out to me via the CONTACT ME link so we can connect and discuss your specific needs prior to setting up any formal coaching. If we determine that coaching would be beneficial for you, we can meet via Zoom as many times as you would like! Zoom call coaching is $135 an hour. We can work on anything you would like to!
“Tess has been in the industry for over a decade and has watched Etsy grow from it’s early days as a platform. Her insight and personal experience in the design world is so valuable!”
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING…
“Tess KNOWS what she is doing. The business she has created is truly inspiring. Trust me - you want to learn from this one!”
“Tess is incredibly knowledgeable with so many years of experience and success. She teaches skills in a friendly and approachable way that makes it fun and easy to learn!”
