I Tried Making Money Selling AI-Generated pictures on Etsy (Unbelievable Results)
TLDRThe video follows the journey of an individual attempting to earn money by selling AI-generated artwork on Etsy, a popular online marketplace. Despite lacking a traditional skill, the person leverages AI technology to create digital art prints and explores the potential of selling them as physical prints or digital downloads. After researching Etsy's top sellers and using a keyword tool to find niche opportunities, they focus on creating Bible-themed art in various styles. The creator faces challenges with image quality and presentation but overcomes them using AI image upscaling and mock-up creation tools. Despite the effort, the experiment results in limited sales, but it does generate a significant number of views and visits, indicating potential for growth. The video concludes with a promise to share a full tutorial on the process and lessons learned.
Takeaways
- π¨ The speaker attempts to sell AI-generated artwork on Etsy, believing that 2023 is a pivotal year for non-artists to create and sell art using AI technology.
- π‘ Etsy is an online marketplace where people typically sell handmade or unique items, with digital art prints being among the top sellers.
- π The strategy involves identifying niche opportunities within Etsy, such as 'Bible art', which has less competition and potential for profit.
- π The use of e-rank.com to research popular search terms and competition levels on Etsy is highlighted as a key step in finding a profitable niche.
- π The importance of high-quality images for listings is emphasized, with the use of upscale.media to enhance image resolution.
- πΌοΈ The creation of visually appealing displays using mock-up tools, like those used for dropshipping, is suggested to improve the presentation of the artwork.
- π Etsy's listing fees and the potential for organic and paid marketing through the platform are discussed as part of the business model.
- βοΈ The use of AI, specifically chat GPT, to generate product descriptions for Etsy listings is mentioned, showcasing the integration of AI in various steps.
- π The speaker's experience shows an increase in views over time, indicating potential for growth with continued listing and optimization.
- π Despite a high number of views, the conversion rate to sales was low, which could be due to various factors such as art quality or listing optimization.
- π The takeaway emphasizes the potential of AI-generated art on platforms like Etsy, but also the need for continuous learning and adaptation to improve results.
- π The speaker humorously mentions dreaming of buying a Lamborghini with the profits, but in reality, treats the small earnings as a positive start.
Q & A
What is the main idea behind the video?
-The video explores the possibility of using AI-generated artwork to create and sell products on Etsy, an online marketplace, with the goal of making a profit.
What is the first step the author takes to find opportunities on Etsy?
-The first step is to use a site like e-rank.com to identify what people are searching for on Etsy, particularly focusing on digital art prints.
How does the author plan to create the AI-generated images?
-The author plans to use a free AI generator to create the images, focusing on Bible stories and styles that are not commonly found on the platform.
What is the author's strategy for identifying a niche market within the digital art space on Etsy?
-The author dives into specific categories like Christian art and Bible art to find less competitive niches with potential for sales.
What are the two main issues the author encounters when preparing to upload the images to Etsy?
-The two main issues are the blurriness of the images and the lack of a visually appealing display to show how the images would look in a room.
How does the author address the issue of image blurriness?
-The author uses upscale.media, an AI image upscaler, to sharpen and refine the images, making them suitable for larger prints.
What tool does the author find to create room mock-ups for the Etsy listing?
-The author finds a tool for dropshipping that allows creating mock-ups. After setting up a free dropshipping store, the author can add a photo to a scene, preview it, and download the image.
What is the cost associated with listing an item on Etsy as mentioned in the script?
-Etsy charges 20 cents for each listing for every four months that the listing remains live.
How does the author plan to write the description for the Etsy listing?
-The author plans to use chat GPT, an AI tool, to write the descriptions for the listings.
What is the outcome of the author's experiment after 30 days?
-After 30 days, the author received almost 12,000 views, had 7,500 visits, and made 8 orders resulting in a total revenue of $99.98.
What was the primary source of traffic to the author's Etsy listings?
-The primary source of traffic was from Etsy marketing, which includes Google searches where Etsy listings appear.
What is the author's conclusion about the potential of selling AI-generated art on Etsy?
-The author concludes that there is potential in selling AI-generated art on Etsy, but it may require more work and optimization than initially anticipated.
Outlines
π¨ Exploring AI Art for Etsy Profit
The speaker discusses their lack of a traditional skill for selling on Etsy but believes that AI can change that in 2023. They plan to use AI to create artistic masterpieces to sell on Etsy, focusing on digital art prints due to their popularity and low logistical overhead. The speaker uses e-rank.com to find niche opportunities within the Bible art space on Etsy and decides to create listings for simple Bible art and book of the Bible wall art, opting for a digital download format.
πΌοΈ Enhancing AI Art for Etsy Listings
After identifying a potential niche, the speaker outlines their plan to create AI-generated images of Bible stories in various styles. They face two main issues: the blurriness of the AI-generated images and the lack of a visually appealing display for the listings. To solve the first problem, they use upscale.media, an AI image upscaler, to improve image quality. For the second issue, they find a solution on a dropshipping site that allows them to create mock-ups of how the art would look in a room. Despite the challenges and a modest outcome, the speaker remains optimistic about the potential of AI art on Etsy.
Mindmap
Keywords
π‘Etsy
π‘AI-Generated Pictures
π‘Digital Art Prints
π‘e-rank.com
π‘Christian Art
π‘Bible Art
π‘AI Image Upscale
π‘Drop Shipping Store
π‘Etsy Marketing
π‘SEO Optimized
π‘Lamborghini
Highlights
The author attempts to sell AI-generated pictures on Etsy to make money.
AI is used to create artistic masterpieces that can be sold for profit.
Etsy is an online marketplace where individuals typically sell handmade or unique items.
Digital art prints are among the top sellers on Etsy, available as physical prints or digital downloads.
The author uses e-rank.com to research popular search terms on Etsy and find niche opportunities.
Moss wall art is identified as a potential niche, but it requires actual moss, not AI generation.
The exploration leads to Bible art as a niche with less competition and potential for sales.
A strategy is devised to create images of Bible stories in multiple styles to determine which sells best.
The author discovers various art styles through online research to apply to the AI-generated images.
An issue with image blurriness is addressed using upscale.media, an AI image upscaler.
Mock-up displays are created using a dropshipping site to show how the art would look in a room.
Etsy's listing fees and the potential for increased traffic from Etsy marketing are discussed.
Chat GPT is utilized to generate an SEO-optimized description for an Etsy listing.
Initial results show increased views but no sales, suggesting a need for further optimization or patience.
Most traffic comes from Google searches, indicating the effectiveness of Etsy's marketing.
After 30 days, there are a total of 8 orders with a revenue of $99.98, falling short of expectations.
The author expresses disappointment but sees potential in the AI-generated art market on Etsy.
A follow-up tutorial video is promised to share all the learnings and steps from this experiment.