We’ve all been there… you’re scrolling through your camera roll trying to find pics of that chair you once loved and now want to sell, but every shot looks like a blurry crime scene. The lighting is weird, the background is chaos and somehow your big toe is starring in every second photo. Classic.
If you want your ad to stand out (and actually sell), you need to know how to take good photos for classifieds. Don’t stress. You don’t need to be a pro photographer – you just need to follow these simple tips.
- Use good lighting – Natural light is your bestie. Open a window. Step outside. Avoid the ‘crime documentary’ shadows.
- Make it the star – Don't take pics where people can’t tell what you’re actually selling. Make it the hero of the pic – the only hero, this isn’t The Avengers.
- Pick a clean background – No laundry, no dishes, no cousin sleeping on the couch. Keep it simple.
- Shoot from multiple angles – Front, sides, back.
- Add close-ups – But not too close! Show textures, details, tags, buttons - anything that helps convince buyers that they need what you’re selling.
- Keep it steady – Hold your phone gently and steadily when taking photos.
Take these tips, snap some fresh pics and watch your listings shoot up.
