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I’m excited to share with you another great side hustle you can start today! Today we will be discussing how you can start a movie wall art business.

Before We Get Started Here’s Your News Recap:

Dow Edges Higher as Home Depot Anchors Retail Rollover
The Dow crept up 0.3%, led by Home Depot’s 4.6% gain, even after the company missed quarterly forecasts. Investor focus now shifts to earnings from Lowe’s, Walmart, and Target as indicators of consumer pulse.

Wall Street Futures Muted Ahead of Retail & Fed Week
Futures remained flat with investors eyeing retail earnings and key commentary from Fed officials including Michelle Bowman, a potential successor in the rate-cut lineup.

Global Markets Watch Ukraine Summit, Stay Cautious
European equities rose modestly as traders parsed diplomatic developments involving Ukraine and Trump, while oil dipped and gold inched up.

Santos–ADNOC $18.7B Deal Delayed Amid Due Diligence
The finalization of a major oil and gas acquisition has been delayed by at least four weeks due to unresolved regulatory and agreement terms, pushing back both the deal and Santos' earnings report.

European Q2 Profit Outlook Downgraded Slightly
Analysts trimmed their expectations for second-quarter earnings growth to 4.6%, down from 4.8%, reflecting cooling momentum after tariff relief and an EU–U.S. deal.

“Fiscal Dominance” Raises Market Alarm Amid Debt Surge
As Trump courts the Fed to cut rates, investors warn of “fiscal dominance”—where keeping borrowing costs low may overshadow inflation control, risking central bank independence.

Wealth Concentration Powers U.S. Spending Stability
The top 10% of earners now account for 50% of consumer spending, a record high, cushioning the economic impact of tariff-driven inflation. Real wages grew 3.9% in July, supporting resilience for now.

Home Depot Holds Annual Guidance Despite Weak Quarter
Q2 comparable sales rose 1.4%, but results missed projections. Still, Home Depot reaffirmed FY targets: ~2.8% sales growth, with adjusted EPS down ~2%. Consumers are focusing on smaller upgrade projects.

Oil Markets Unfazed by ‘Ukraine Outcome’—Sanctions Stick
Analysts deem the Ukraine peace talks unlikely to affect oil markets significantly, as Western sanctions on Russia remain deeply entrenched.

Global Companies Urged to Stand Out at COP30
With climate policy in focus, businesses are being called to show up at COP30 in force—not just for optics, but to anchor goals in practical, action-driven strategies.

The Art of Movies

Movie lovers are some of the most loyal, passionate fans in the world. They don’t just watch films—they feel them. That’s exactly why launching a custom acrylic movie wall art business is one of the most exciting creative ventures you can start today.

This niche is still largely untapped—and it offers a perfect blend of pop culture, aesthetics, and personalization. From iconic film stills to cult-favorite anime frames, you can bring fan-favorite scenes to life in 4K+ acrylic glory… and get paid handsomely for it.

Here’s exactly how to launch and scale this business to $5K–$10K+ per month, step by step.

🎥 Step 1: Define the Vision — What Are You Selling?

You’re creating high-definition, glossy acrylic wall art based on iconic movie scenes, frames, or custom requests from customers. Think of it like digital nostalgia, preserved forever on sleek acrylic glass.

You can offer:

• Famous movie stills (with proper licensing or in public domain)

• Custom requests from customers (a still from their favorite movie)

• Themed collections: anime, sci-fi, horror, 90s classics, Oscar winners, etc.

🖨 Step 2: Source Your Materials & Equipment

You need crystal-clear production quality to stand out in this business. Here’s what you’ll need to start:

Essential Equipment:

• Acrylic sheets (8x10 to 24x36 sizes are common)

• UV Flatbed Printer or Photo Printing + Mounting Tools (you can also start by outsourcing printing to a local print shop)

• High-res image editing software (Photoshop or Canva Pro)

• Wall mounting kits or standoff hardware

• Packaging supplies (bubble wrap, boxes, branded tape/stickers)

You’ll also want to buy or download 4K or ultra-HD movie scenes, which are widely available in film archives, digital bundles, or can be purchased/licensed on image sites (or captured yourself for custom requests).

🛒 Step 3: Set Up Shop

Build a Website or Storefront:

• Shopify, Etsy, or WooCommerce are great starting platforms.

• Use product mockups to showcase what your art looks like on walls.

• Offer easy customization options: size, scene request, film title, etc.

Pricing:

• 8x10” = $39–$59

• 18x24” = $89–$129

• 24x36” = $149–$199
  Add-ons like custom text or border effects can increase AOV (average order value).

📈 Step 4: Marketing the Hype

This is where the movie magic happens.

Tactics That Work:

• TikTok/Instagram Reels: Show scenes being turned into art—especially anime, Marvel, or cult classics. Use trending sounds.

• Reddit & Fan Forums: Participate in movie subreddits and drop samples with links.

• Influencer Gifting: Send free art to niche YouTubers or collectors.

• Email Capture: Offer 10% off for first-time visitors to build your email list.

You’re not just selling art—you’re selling emotion, nostalgia, and conversation starters.

💸 Step 5: Scale to $10K Months

Let’s break down how you get there:

• Sell 100 prints/month at $100 average price = $10,000/month revenue

• Assuming 35% cost (materials, shipping, fees), you profit around $6,500–$7,000/month

• With upsells, bundles, and bulk orders (e.g. for home theaters), you can push past $10K+

👥 Bonus: Build Your Team and Automate

Once you’re fulfilling 20+ orders a week, your time will be better spent on strategy, not production.

Who to Hire:

• VA or Admin to handle orders and customer service

• Sales Rep to reach out to interior designers, office spaces, and influencers

• Freelance Designer/Editor to clean up or enhance submitted movie frames

• Production Partner (or local print shop) to scale order fulfillment

You can even build a white-label operation, where your team handles 100% of the process and you simply manage brand, strategy, and sales.

📦 Websites, Tools & Software to Get Started

• Canva Pro / Photoshop – Design & edit movie frames

• Placeit – Create mockups of wall art in real homes

• Etsy / Shopify / Squarespace – Online storefront

• Fiverr / Upwork – Hire editors, designers, or customer support

• Pixieset or SmugMug – Photo gallery delivery & portfolio management

• Google Trends / AnswerThePublic – Research hot movie trends to ride

🛠 Products You Should Buy

• UV Flatbed Printer (long-term investment, ~$5K–$15K)

• Bulk acrylic sheets (start with a supplier like Acrylic Depot or Alibaba)

• High-quality packaging (Amazon, Uline)

• Mounting kits (metal standoffs, Command Strips)

• DSLR camera or smartphone stand for content

📊 Estimation of Monthly Income Potential

With just one viral video or TikTok influencer collaboration, your orders can spike overnight.

✅ Pros

• Highly visual and shareable product

• Appeals to passionate fanbases (anime, movies, gaming)

• Custom orders create high margins

• Can be automated and scaled fast

• Repeat customers possible (collection model)

❌ Cons

• Licensing issues for copyrighted scenes (must navigate carefully)

• Upfront investment for printing if you go in-house

• Quality control is key—bad acrylic = bad reviews

• High competition on platforms like Etsy (must stand out)

📋 Requirements

• Graphic design & editing skills (or a partner who has them)

• Access to high-resolution movie scenes (licensed or public domain)

• Marketing savvy or willingness to learn

• Patience to build content + social following

🧠 Summary: How to Launch a Profitable Custom Acrylic Movie Wall Art Business

1. Choose a niche and source high-def film stills

2. Use acrylic sheets + printers (or a partner) to create stunning pieces

3. Build your storefront on Shopify or Etsy

4. Market on visual platforms like TikTok, Reddit, Instagram

5. Hire people to scale operations and automate

6. Reinvest profits to improve materials and expand collections

That’s A Wrap

I hope you enjoyed today’s post and if you have any questions about the post, upcoming posts, how to advertise, or anything else, feel free to reply. See you next time with another money-making post, helping you boost your income!

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