matching avatar

[PointingDogPaper]

i have been thinking about adding an avatar to my shop that matches my banner. how important is this? (i see in many of the shop critiques that this gets critiqued) what are your thoughts on this?

thank you,
jeanie

[Former_Member]

I know there are many that support using a photo of you and I do understand why. However, from a buyers perspective, a cute head shot doesn't make me want to click and see what you sell. But an awesome or bright photo of one of your best pieces almost always grabs my attention and makes me click.

[Former_Member]

Hi Jeanie. I think that having a matching avi and banner is a good idea as that becomes part of your branding. That could also make you and your shop more recognizable and thus be easier to remember (if you're a new shop).

[susanstreasures]

I updated mine this year and it matches my banner, My sales have not increased, but I hope people remember my shop!

[Former_Member]

I too consider it part of branding the product. Then the question becomes how are you going to design your business card, your blog and how do you package your product. All of this is branding and presents a consistent, easily recognizable look to present to the buyer. Just my opinion. (Oh, I'm on my 4th rendition with one more tweaking to go.)

It may not appear to give you immediate sales but as you build your business exposure, I think it will definitely make a difference--especially for the buyer sitting on the fence.

[Former_Member]

Angel from bamcraftymommas says
I know there are many that support using a photo of you and I do understand why. However, from a buyers perspective, a cute head shot doesn't make me want to click and see what you sell. But an awesome or bright photo of one of your best pieces almost always grabs my attention and makes me click.

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totally agree with Angel. All I know about your store at the moment is you name JDooreCreations which means nothing to me. You could make absolutely anything - but an appealing product avatar makes me click.

[YourFinalTouch]

I agree with Angel - a picture of you product. I sell hair accessories so a pic of me works. I find I click on a shop more that has a picture of an item from their shop. Decisions,decisions - so nerve racking. Good luck

[MarcootBoutique]

I have changed mine several times but it is always a picture of one of my outfits. I will probably put a pumpkin outfit up soon and then a Santa Clause!

[lippybrand]

Angel said it best!

[PointingDogPaper]

thank you so much ladies for the feedback...im still going to think about what to do..not sure if i want to do product (i do like the seasonal idea though) or if im going to match my banner.

[susanstreasures]

This card would work well as a mate to your banner.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/96838792/brown-and-green-floral-card

[PointingDogPaper]

well for now i am going to use the one pictured...it matches the banner...but as suggested by thelma i may switch out to seasonal items during the holidays. thanks everyone for the feedback.

[Former_Member]

I think having a matching look for your shop is important for branding. It's a vital part that can make you memorable to people, but sometimes overlooked.