# Fotomoto

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/fotomoto

- Industry: Business Support Services
- Headquarters: San Francisco, US
- Website: www.fotomoto.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.7M
- Latest round: Series A (May 26, 2011)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Fotomoto provides a print-on-demand e-commerce solution, enabling photographers and artists to sell images and print products directly from their websites through a fully automated process.Founded in 2008, Fotomoto is headquartered in San Francisco, US, and offers a service that simplifies the selling of art for digital creators. The company was acquired by liveBooks in February 2013, although the financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The founder's history is not specified. Fotomoto has completed a total of 4 deals, with its latest funding round being a Series A raised in 2013, amassing a total of USD 1.20 mn, with Adams Capital Management as the investor.Fotomoto offers a print-on-demand e-commerce solution that allows users to sell images and print products directly from their websites. The core service integrates a customizable widget that automates the processes of printing, packing, and shipping, enabling photographers, illustrators, and other digital artists to focus on their creative endeavors rather than logistical tasks. The platform serves a diverse clientele, from amateur hobbyists to professional photographers and enterprises, facilitating their entry into the e-commerce space worldwide.Fotomoto generates revenue through a transactional model, where clients, including photographers and artists, utilize the platform to sell their works. The pricing structure typically involves a commission on sales made through the Fotomoto widget incorporated into clients' websites. This service supports direct-to-consumer transactions, allowing artists to showcase their work and retain control over selling their products. By providing an automated shopping experience, Fotomoto enhances its clients' ability to monetize their art effectively.Following its latest funding in February 2013, Fotomoto is focused on expanding its product offerings and enhancing the capabilities of its print-on-demand services. The company aims to develop new features designed to improve user engagement and streamline operations. There are plans to explore entry into additional geographical markets, although specific regions and timelines for such expansions have not been disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, May 26, 2011, $1.2M — Adams Capital Management
- Series A, Aug 19, 2009, $0.3M — Draper Fisher Jurvetson, Trinity Ventures
- Series A, Nov 25, 2008, $0.2M — Draper Fisher Jurvetson, Amidzad Partners

## Investors

- Draper Fisher Jurvetson (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/draper-fisher-jurvetson) — Series A
- Amidzad Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/amidzad-partners) — Series A
- Trinity Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/trinity-ventures) — Series A
- Adams Capital Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/adams-capital-management) — Series A