How Many Professional Photographers Here?
Feb 27, 2012 04:00:10 #
sinatraman wrote:
very very few. we have one really experienced helpfull and great pro in i believe his screen name is photoartLA. most pros are on photographycorner.com popphoto.com nikonians.com and web sites specifically for professionals. This site is mostly ameateur, with alot of people with less than a couple years expirence. Even though ive been shooting for 43 years as a hobby, i still learn new things from new people. especially in areas of photography i don't have much expirence in.
Yes, I would say I'm a pro. I have been published worldwide, have shot just about everything imaginable, have owned studios and professional (chemical) labs, and have been a Director of Photography on award winning films, not to mention being a Certified Steadicam Operator and Tyler Helicopter Mount operator. Pardon me for tooting my horn, but I do hang out here once in a while just to help.
Me, On Set
Feb 27, 2012 04:24:52 #
photogrl57 wrote:
I'm retired and don't make any money from working anymore ... so I'm definitely not a pro ... however I do spend 25% on photography so does that make me a con ? LOL
Based on your observation, I would guess that many here are "cons" but LOVE what they do!!
Feb 27, 2012 04:30:34 #
PipesCJ7 wrote:
I am a professional and much enjoy this discussion... (show quote)
I totally agree. MANY of the photos posted here appear more "professional" in their quality than many published pictures! There are probably more "ProQuality" amateurs than "ProQuality" pros!! LOL!!
Then there is the category that takes pleasure in talking very poorly about other peoples pictures and get upset when people disagree. Therefore I enjoy LOOKING but very seldom comment or post anywhere.
Feb 27, 2012 04:38:29 #
edquales wrote:
Yes, about 60% of my annual income is from photogr... (show quote)
Sounds like a REAL Pro with a conscience! Thanks for your support and input to the forum.
Feb 27, 2012 13:27:13 #
Hey Photo Arts, that's alright with me. As you no doubt know if you don't toot your own horn no one else will.
Thanks for sharing your credentials.
Jim
Thanks for sharing your credentials.
Jim
Feb 27, 2012 13:54:18 #
RTR wrote:
After reading most of the thread 'I will never understand people's egos' I thought it would be fascinating to find out how many professional photographers frequent this forum?
For this discussion let's define "Professional" as anyone who currently earns at least 25% of their income from photography.
If you didn't know already I am NOT a professional, nor any other kind of photographer. I am still just a picture taker.
For this discussion let's define "Professional" as anyone who currently earns at least 25% of their income from photography.
If you didn't know already I am NOT a professional, nor any other kind of photographer. I am still just a picture taker.
Hey, don't cut yourself down like that. If your taking Mug Shot
there your a shooter. If you bend a knee, think about
the shot before hand, frame it and adjust you f/ stop, shutter speed or
ISO, then you are not just a shooter.
Anyway I'm the only Shooter around here.
And I try each day to be more, maybe even a
artist.
Feb 27, 2012 23:19:14 #
Dietxanadu wrote:
quote=RTR After reading most of the thread 'I wil... (show quote)
Well, I guess I qualify if that is the criteria :)
Feb 27, 2012 23:20:58 #
PhotoArtsLA wrote:
quote=sinatraman very very few. we have one reall... (show quote)
PhotoArtsLA, thanks for taking some of your valuable time to be a part of this community. I always look forward to seeing your posts because I know I am about to read something good.
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