Help with fee schedule for pictures
Feb 12, 2012 18:09:22 #
I think you meant the encouragement for Tea8.
Emmett wrote:
Cindy, don't let the negativity from your family get you down. Keep the dream, you can do it baby.
Feb 12, 2012 18:24:27 #
cindy11 wrote:
A few weeks ago, I asked for help with a fee sched... (show quote)
Way to go Cindy11, keep up the good work and build your portfolio. Start calling realtors and let them know you are available for their photographic services. Don't ask for nominal pay. If they say they will pay you $160, say O.K. Before you know it, you will have enough money to buy yourself a nice camera. Keep records of everything ; your cost and how much you were paid. Our rich uncle ( Uncle Sam ) might want to see your tax records for your photography business :thumbup:
Feb 12, 2012 18:32:05 #
You have all been so kind in your replies. This will never be employment for me but it's the first time in my life over all the jobs I've had, that I got paid for something I really and truly love to do. My passion is art, watercoloring, decorating, koi ponds, gardening and rock collecting. Never made money with those either-- just spent it on them. I really envy people who love their jobs. If you don't have to pay heavy bills, I'm all for pursuing your dreams, no matter the encouragement or discouragements of family/friends. Many of us get stuck in jobs because we have to pay the mortgage and utilities and shoes for the babes. And that's ok as long as you make an outlet that brings you creativeness and satisfaction for the days that allow you to be free. I found several of those days in my life and it feels so good. Tea 8, never drop a dream.
Feb 12, 2012 18:36:51 #
Tea8 wrote:
quote=cindy11 br Thank you. It boosted my life ... (show quote)
Believe in yourself, believe in what you can do. I'm sure your parents are just trying to protect you and don't want to see you living as a "starving artist". Some very successful photographers are self taught, but most have formal education. Take night classes at your local community college. A good education can't be beat :thumbup:
Feb 12, 2012 18:38:25 #
Thanks so much. This little bit of confidence went a long way. And I actually thought about visiting a few realtors like you suggested. It's funny, I would probably never have dared take this chance when I was younger but at my age, it doesn't factor in anymore. Had my share of successes and failures and know they all come and go and life goes on. Right? Now I'm thinking of making up a few business cards. Yeah, tryin to keep good records for Uncle Sam. God knows I need some deductions. Thanks again.
Feb 12, 2012 19:19:36 #
cindy11 wrote:
Thanks so much. This little bit of confidence went... (show quote)
I did this exact type of work on the side back in the mid 80's. It didn't take long to figure out all the driving and time spent on this project took up a lot of time. The realtors even asked me to clean up the the property before photographing it. I told them no, I'm a photographer not a janitor or landscaper. In the end, I had very little money to show for the amount of work I put into it. Tried to raise my prices but they all said no since they were used to paying me peanuts. As time went on, they regretted not paying me more. They could not find anyone as good and dedicated to quality images as me. Don't work for peanuts. Reward yourself monetarily for your talent. After all, you are providing a service they need :lol:
Feb 12, 2012 20:24:21 #
alienmurphy wrote:
I think you meant the encouragement for Tea8.
Emmett wrote:
Cindy, don't let the negativity from your family get you down. Keep the dream, you can do it baby.
You are correct, I meant it for Tea8. I better watch the posts a little closer. Thank you.
Feb 12, 2012 20:37:49 #
cindy11 wrote:
Thanks so much. This little bit of confidence went... (show quote)
For starters of keeping track on what you are doing you could use Microsoft Excel to itemize everything for you. Then you can use it to calculate everything for you, like how much you spent versus what you made on the job. Even keep track of those costs for advertising and etc., like business cards. (I hate some calculations I have had to do in Excel, but I love it for keeping track of things and being able to print out organized lists.) Congrats again! :D
Feb 12, 2012 20:38:21 #
Feb 12, 2012 23:16:44 #
deanna_hg wrote:
Good for you Cindy, way to go!!
Thanks Deanna, but I haven't built a bridge yet. It's just a retired lady looking for recognition in what she loves. Take one step forward, take 10 back. I don't care. I just need validation that what I can achieve is accepted by others. I was once rich, but that was money, now I'm poor but my gifts are appreciated. But like the old saying, no pain, no gain. Taking chances. Just not rolling over so to speak.
Feb 13, 2012 00:55:14 #
Tea8 wrote:
quote=cindy11 br Thank you. It boosted my life ... (show quote)
I hear you there. Some of my relatives think I will make any money in it either. I do have a paying job so for me the photography is a volunteer job / hobby.
Feb 13, 2012 01:40:50 #
Good work Cindy. Next time dont give them 100. pick out about 30 or 40 for them to pick from. If they want more than they ask for charge them. Hope you bounced the flash for the inside shots. Here is another idea. Some people like to have shots of inside each room and their valuables for insureance in case of lost. Good luck your on your way.
Feb 13, 2012 01:58:13 #
Hal81 wrote:
Good work Cindy. Next time dont give them 100. pick out about 30 or 40 for them to pick from. If they want more than they ask for charge them. Hope you bounced the flash for the inside shots. Here is another idea. Some people like to have shots of inside each room and their valuables for insureance in case of lost. Good luck your on your way.
I completely agree on the number of photos! Give them enough for one photo per room and 4ish for the outside (each side of the house) Make them pay for the rest.
Hal, I hate to say it but... there's an app for that... "Home Inventory" for one, available in both the iphone and android systems.
You can take photos, enter serial numbers, dates and other info; even bar-code-scan with the camera function. My sister uses it, I probably will too, when I upgrade my phone. Another technology leaving the pros (or good-quality amateurs) in the dust.
Feb 15, 2012 11:17:44 #
Tea8 wrote:
quote=cindy11 br Thank you. It boosted my life ... (show quote)
Try to find a local community college with night course in photography or get involved with camera clubs and work your way up to it....
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