I'm Going Pro!
Feb 25, 2012 07:12:58 #
People say I take pretty good pictures, so I have decided to become a professional photographer. I will specialize in several areas to maximize income. Wedding photography will be my main focus because I can make several thousand dollars in just a single day. I will also do portraits of adults, children, and pets. Wildlife seems to be a popular field, so Ill get into that, too, and I can sell online or at craft shows. Thats where the big money is. If Im going to become a high flier in my area, I should do some aerial photography, too. That would appeal to homeowners as well as businesses and municipalities. As soon as the money starts rolling in, Ill sign up for flying lessons. With the income from my photography business, Ill soon be able to buy my own plane.
So heres my question. What kind of camera should I buy that will take the best pictures and earn me lots of money? Im going to sell all my current photography equipment on ebay and start fresh. I want to buy really, really good cameras and other stuff so my pictures will look good. When I go to see clients, Ill bring my professional-looking camera so they will be impressed and hire me. Cost is no object because I have some credit cards that are not at their limit. When I get famous, I wont forget you little people who helped me get started.
So heres my question. What kind of camera should I buy that will take the best pictures and earn me lots of money? Im going to sell all my current photography equipment on ebay and start fresh. I want to buy really, really good cameras and other stuff so my pictures will look good. When I go to see clients, Ill bring my professional-looking camera so they will be impressed and hire me. Cost is no object because I have some credit cards that are not at their limit. When I get famous, I wont forget you little people who helped me get started.
Feb 25, 2012 07:21:07 #
donrent
Loc: Punta Gorda , Fl
There's a Leica model that sells in the range of $32,000.00 that should be right up your alley... With the various lens and gadgets you whould walk away with about 50-55,000.00 of impressive equipment...
Feb 25, 2012 07:26:25 #
donrent wrote:
There's a Leica model that sells in the range of $32,000.00 that should be right up your alley... With the various lens and gadgets you whould walk away with about 50-55,000.00 of impressive equipment...
Well, that's a start.
Feb 25, 2012 08:33:46 #
Feb 25, 2012 08:56:34 #
Falcon
Loc: Abilene, Texas
Almost any point-n-shoot will work, but make sure you get a black one or else you'll have to paint it. However, we do have a camera painting expert on the forum who can guide you if you happen to get a pink point-n-shoot.
Feb 25, 2012 09:03:00 #
Falcon wrote:
Almost any point-n-shoot will work, but make sure you get a black one or else you'll have to paint it. However, we do have a camera painting expert on the forum who can guide you if you happen to get a pink point-n-shoot.
Yes, I tried that, and it worked fine - Sears Best Latex. I needed fast drying because I had a photo shoot scheduled.
Feb 25, 2012 09:03:41 #
Old Timer
Loc: Greenfield, In.
How about five years to learn one specialty or field. I just read an article about becoming a world class musician the estimated that it would take at least 3hrs practice daily for 10 yrs. to reach that goal even with the talent.
Feb 25, 2012 09:06:27 #
Old Timer wrote:
How about five years to learn one specialty or field. I just read an article about becoming a world class musician the estimated that it would take at least 3hrs practice daily for 10 yrs. to reach that goal even with the talent.
Sure, if you want to be a great musician. But this is just photography. Anyone can do it with expensive equipment. Just look through the viewfinder and push the button.
Feb 25, 2012 09:23:34 #
Feb 25, 2012 09:25:22 #
donrent
Loc: Punta Gorda , Fl
jerryc41 wrote:
Sure, if you want to be a great musician. But this is just photography. Anyone can do it with expensive equipment. Just look through the viewfinder and push the button.
Old Timer wrote:
How about five years to learn one specialty or field. I just read an article about becoming a world class musician the estimated that it would take at least 3hrs practice daily for 10 yrs. to reach that goal even with the talent.
Sure, if you want to be a great musician. But this is just photography. Anyone can do it with expensive equipment. Just look through the viewfinder and push the button.
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Apppppsooolutely on the spot... You've done got it nailed...
Feb 25, 2012 09:28:13 #
Falcon
Loc: Abilene, Texas
jerryc41 wrote:
Sure, if you want to be a great musician. But this is just photography. Anyone can do it with expensive equipment. Just look through the viewfinder and push the button.
Old Timer wrote:
How about five years to learn one specialty or field. I just read an article about becoming a world class musician the estimated that it would take at least 3hrs practice daily for 10 yrs. to reach that goal even with the talent.
Sure, if you want to be a great musician. But this is just photography. Anyone can do it with expensive equipment. Just look through the viewfinder and push the button.
You have got it spot on! As in golf, it matters not how good you are. Having expensive equipment and lots of gadgets is what is important. Being slightly eccentric will help your business also. On a photo-shoot, wear all black (matches the camera) and those knee length pants golfers used to wear.
Feb 25, 2012 09:28:50 #
A fool with a tool is still a fool. It is the archer not the arrow. Unless of course the arrow is nuculear!
Feb 25, 2012 09:31:49 #
Your photography certainly is professional from the limited time I have viewed them at UHH.
The following is intended as a tongue-in-cheek answer to your question:
Quite frankly, I think your photos are most deserving of your shooting only with the latest Hasselblad (HB) That sentence is true. I would purchase a minimum of 3 HB bodies at 50K per. Choose only HB's best 50, 80, 150 lens (minimum of 2) and HB's top-of-line 500 and 1000 lens (only 1 each). Please purchase a tandem titanium heat-shielded case with nuclear powered retractable wheels, gps, and a minimum of 3 anti-theft devices. Oops! you will need the latest MAGNA carbon-fibered diamond-tipped tripod (diamonds must be at least 3 karats each and I would suggest they be retractable. Your transportation obviously is another consideration.
Perhaps a Cadillac Esplande; be sure to have your company name-- IMPRO Inc. hand-painted everywhere on the vehicle. When you pull-up to your client's location, press a button inside the vehicle that BLARES OUT the IMPRO theme song.
Then have your 2 assistants (hired from "Deal or No Deal tv show) transport and open the tandem suitcases containing all your gear. You need not bring a portfolio, The equipment will blow them all away. The manuals MUST NOT be in the cases.
What do you think?
P.S. I really enjoy your photography and comments at UHH. You can't become a PRO. You are already a PRO.
The following is intended as a tongue-in-cheek answer to your question:
Quite frankly, I think your photos are most deserving of your shooting only with the latest Hasselblad (HB) That sentence is true. I would purchase a minimum of 3 HB bodies at 50K per. Choose only HB's best 50, 80, 150 lens (minimum of 2) and HB's top-of-line 500 and 1000 lens (only 1 each). Please purchase a tandem titanium heat-shielded case with nuclear powered retractable wheels, gps, and a minimum of 3 anti-theft devices. Oops! you will need the latest MAGNA carbon-fibered diamond-tipped tripod (diamonds must be at least 3 karats each and I would suggest they be retractable. Your transportation obviously is another consideration.
Perhaps a Cadillac Esplande; be sure to have your company name-- IMPRO Inc. hand-painted everywhere on the vehicle. When you pull-up to your client's location, press a button inside the vehicle that BLARES OUT the IMPRO theme song.
Then have your 2 assistants (hired from "Deal or No Deal tv show) transport and open the tandem suitcases containing all your gear. You need not bring a portfolio, The equipment will blow them all away. The manuals MUST NOT be in the cases.
What do you think?
P.S. I really enjoy your photography and comments at UHH. You can't become a PRO. You are already a PRO.
Feb 25, 2012 09:35:36 #
I am not sure if your spoofing us, But if not- I wish you success in your venture.
Feb 25, 2012 09:42:02 #
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