Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
How do you make people feel leather through a screen? 📸
I sat down with Maria, a photographer from Ubrique who grew up surrounded by leather craftsmanship, to explore the art of showing texture, color, and soul without touch. From DIY tips to pro insights, this conversation reveals why photography is just as important as the craft itself.
Watch till the end—you’ll never see leather the same way again.
Discover more of Maria’s work here: uniqostudio.e
Read the blog here: tannerleatherstein.com/post/how-to-photograph-your-leather-goods-from-struggle-to-mastery
TITLE: Why Your Leather Products Aren’t Selling (And How Photography Can Fix It)
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CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS
0:00 The Challenge of Selling Leather Online
Why imagery matters when there’s no physical store.
0:26 Learning Product Photography from Scratch
My early struggles on Etsy with colors, lighting, and backgrounds.
0:54 The Evolving Digital Game
How platforms, expectations, and video have changed product presentation.
1:11 Introducing Maria: Leather Photographer from Ubrique
Meet the expert who bridges leather craftsmanship and photography.
1:28 Maria’s Story & Roots in Leather
Growing up in a family of artisans and blending that with photography.
2:09 What Makes Good Leather Photography?
Capturing texture, size, volume, and color customers can’t touch.
2:25 Maria’s Process
Angles, details, backgrounds, and props to highlight products.
2:45 Tips for Beginners on a Budget
Using natural light, a phone camera, and simple edits.
3:13 When to Hire a Professional
Building long-term relationships with photographers for brand storytelling.
3:35 Why Photography Matters for Leather Brands
Showing craftsmanship beyond the screen to connect emotionally.
3:49 Leather is a Feeling Thing
Overcoming the digital barrier and telling your brand’s unique story.
4:06 Creatorpreneurship Journey
Encouragement for makers and closing thoughts.
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SHOP LINK FOR MY BRAND
PEGAI (Buy our good-quality finished leather goods): pegai.com/.
- You may also buy them on Etsy: etsy.com/shop/PEGAI.
ATELIER PEGAI: atelierpegai.com
STOW LONDON: stowlondon.co.uk
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SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS
Follow me on my social media pages where I post content regularly.
TikTok: tiktok.com/@tanner.leatherstein
Instagram: instagram.com/tanner.leatherstein
Facebook: facebook.com/tanner.leatherstein1
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BRAND REVIEWS PLAYLISTS
Wallet Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW8XE8IVaUjnBca6QFg1W2ZA
Bag Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW9XhH4rrAYrNorYgqKl9WwN
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OTHER HELPFUL YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS
YouTube Shorts (Watch leather tips and tricks in less than a minute): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW_VFYDZvwatoi-Vdhc_IaKY
Leather Savvy (Learn more tips and tricks about leather to help you save money): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW-HURqFOCDWahDgIR56eedQ
20/20 of Leather Savviness (Learn more about the four phases you should consider before buying leather goods): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW-ys9p_c9CCw1btr9encOdT
Most viewed leather videos (Helpful and more entertaining content that viewers really loved): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW_FeEWPZwfFTG63_9r8cWwv
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HOW TO CONTACT:
You may contact me on any of my social media accounts above or send me an email at tanner@pegai.com.
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#photography #tips #tannerleatherstein
How do you make people feel leather through a screen? 📸
I sat down with Maria, a photographer from Ubrique who grew up surrounded by leather craftsmanship, to explore the art of showing texture, color, and soul without touch. From DIY tips to pro insights, this conversation reveals why photography is just as important as the craft itself.
Watch till the end—you’ll never see leather the same way again.
Discover more of Maria’s work here: uniqostudio.e
Read the blog here: tannerleatherstein.com/post/how-to-photograph-your-leather-goods-from-struggle-to-mastery
TITLE: Why Your Leather Products Aren’t Selling (And How Photography Can Fix It)
---
CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS
0:00 The Challenge of Selling Leather Online
Why imagery matters when there’s no physical store.
0:26 Learning Product Photography from Scratch
My early struggles on Etsy with colors, lighting, and backgrounds.
0:54 The Evolving Digital Game
How platforms, expectations, and video have changed product presentation.
1:11 Introducing Maria: Leather Photographer from Ubrique
Meet the expert who bridges leather craftsmanship and photography.
1:28 Maria’s Story & Roots in Leather
Growing up in a family of artisans and blending that with photography.
2:09 What Makes Good Leather Photography?
Capturing texture, size, volume, and color customers can’t touch.
2:25 Maria’s Process
Angles, details, backgrounds, and props to highlight products.
2:45 Tips for Beginners on a Budget
Using natural light, a phone camera, and simple edits.
3:13 When to Hire a Professional
Building long-term relationships with photographers for brand storytelling.
3:35 Why Photography Matters for Leather Brands
Showing craftsmanship beyond the screen to connect emotionally.
3:49 Leather is a Feeling Thing
Overcoming the digital barrier and telling your brand’s unique story.
4:06 Creatorpreneurship Journey
Encouragement for makers and closing thoughts.
---
SHOP LINK FOR MY BRAND
PEGAI (Buy our good-quality finished leather goods): pegai.com/.
- You may also buy them on Etsy: etsy.com/shop/PEGAI.
ATELIER PEGAI: atelierpegai.com
STOW LONDON: stowlondon.co.uk
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SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS
Follow me on my social media pages where I post content regularly.
TikTok: tiktok.com/@tanner.leatherstein
Instagram: instagram.com/tanner.leatherstein
Facebook: facebook.com/tanner.leatherstein1
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BRAND REVIEWS PLAYLISTS
Wallet Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW8XE8IVaUjnBca6QFg1W2ZA
Bag Reviews: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW9XhH4rrAYrNorYgqKl9WwN
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OTHER HELPFUL YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS
YouTube Shorts (Watch leather tips and tricks in less than a minute): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW_VFYDZvwatoi-Vdhc_IaKY
Leather Savvy (Learn more tips and tricks about leather to help you save money): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW-HURqFOCDWahDgIR56eedQ
20/20 of Leather Savviness (Learn more about the four phases you should consider before buying leather goods): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW-ys9p_c9CCw1btr9encOdT
Most viewed leather videos (Helpful and more entertaining content that viewers really loved): youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP7Et-RLMPW_FeEWPZwfFTG63_9r8cWwv
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HOW TO CONTACT:
You may contact me on any of my social media accounts above or send me an email at tanner@pegai.com.
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#photography #tips #tannerleatherstein
