F.A.Q.

Start from the beginning and implement one thing at a time. Watch a video, then do the task before moving to the next. This keeps you motivated and helps you learn better. Join our Facebook group for additional help. If you have coaching sessions, bring your questions to our weekly Zoom calls. If you don’t have them, then you can sign up here! https://www.craigalexanderacademy.com/offers/wc4zjWWh

Keep it simple at first. Go to IRS.gov to get an EIN for your sole proprietor business. Open a separate bank account for your business using your new EIN (this keeps things separate for tax purposes). Don't worry about forming an LLC until you start making significant money.

Keep it minimal to avoid confusing customers. Suggested sizes: 16”x20”, 12”x36”, 24”x36”, 30”x40”, 24”x72”(3 panel) 36”x72” (3 panel), 40”x90” (3 panel). Please reference the Default Variation Guide for sizing and pricing.

Highly recommended to stay with the default sizes and prices since these have been tested thoroughly. 

Some distortion is okay for landscapes and most cityscapes. (Craig and Clif recommend this to start) However, you may want to consider using the cropped version for animals and humans. 

Click here to access Craig's Mockup Software and get a free 14-day trial.

Yes, even older cameras can produce excellent large prints. Focus on your art and marketing.

i.e. - Craig sold a 7ft x 10ft print to a millionaire using a 2011 non-full frame camera, and she was thrilled with the quality.

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A .75" stretcher bar frame is perfectly acceptable for cavas print 24"x36" or small. For anything larger that a 24"x36" print please use the 1.5” stretcher bars for a more substantial feel.

It is highly recommended to stay with the default sizes and prices since these have been tested thoroughly. 

Here is a full guide to the best printing sources for drop-shipping (this is where the trusted printer does all of the shipping for you) anywhere in the world Printing Resource Guide

You can setup your own website once you have hit 50 sales, but for now, follow the course guidelines and setup an Etsy account and storefront.

Keep sizes minimal to avoid customer indecision. Use the suggested sizes for best results. Check out this video for a step-by-step walk-through for ordering from Easy Canvas: Click here

It's optional. Some customers like it, but it's not common. Generally, if you are going to offer frames, you may want to stick with single panel canvases.

Sort into "Sections" by choosing a location or theme based on what makes sense for your work.

No, Etsy allows only one category per photo. However, once you have created one listing, you can duplicate it and move the listing to the second category (just keep in mind that you with have additional fees to the duplicate listing).

Keep it in one store if there's a common thread. Use stories to explain the connection. Remember, you can place them in different Sections to keep the art "themes" separate.

Yes, you can save drafts before publishing.

You can, but it’s optional. Copyright laws protect your work.

Use the recommended software for automatic production:
https://www.software.craigalexanderacademy.com/landing/home 

You can also use Photoshop, but I does take quite a bit longer and some advanced knowledge of that system

No, the mirror border technique handles it.

Most don’t mind if they see accurate previews before purchase.

It is not necessary since your base price is already marked up by about 500%. While international sales do eat into that profit margin a bit, you should be overall okay with the default pricing structure

No, prices can vary by platform.

Use www.erank.com or https://everbee.io.

Watch the basic overview video in the Etsy Secrets module: Click Here

Have compelling stories and diagrams before investing in ads.

Yes, Etsy collects some taxes for you. Hire an accountant for detailed tax help.

Yes, Etsy translates your listings automatically.

No, Etsy does not count self-views in stats.

Good question, yes! I am all for having an Instagram account! Upload your best work, INCLUDE STORIES!!! Lots of stories. Use hashtags, just like you would use tags on Etsy listings, so you can be found easier. Put your Etsy link in the bio of your Instagram account and at the end of each post, invite people to check out your store (link in bio) and offer a special coupon code. Spend 3-4x more time telling and posting exciting stories and updates than the selling part and Instagram or any social media platform can be a fantastic tool to sell more art.

It’s best to do it yourself at first, until you get the hang of it.  Then, you can use AI helpers like ChatGPT to help you piece it all together.

I recommend this great service:
https://everbee.io. There’s a free and a paid version. I recommend getting familiar with it, a great tool. 

Use the recommended software for automatic production:
https://www.software.craigalexanderacademy.com/landing/home 

You can also use Photoshop, but it does take quite a bit longer and some advanced knowledge of that system.

Email: [email protected] for help.