What is a reasonable rate to charge.. Hi everyone I've been asked what I charge for equine photography at our local adult riders club for taking photos of the riders. I have no idea...

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Jun 17, 2012 10:18:25 #

magicunicorn Loc: Melbourne Australia

Hi everyone I've been asked what I charge for equine photography at our local adult riders club for taking photos of the riders. I have no idea what a fair price would be .
Any ideas please would be greatly appreciated..I have had more than a few enquiries. Last saturday I declined payment because I had no idea what to charge.

Thanks in advance for your help

Jun 18, 2012 07:01:01 #

Opus Loc: South East Michigan

It depends on the area in which you shoot, how good the photos are, and how much people are willing to pay. I would not take anything less than $25.00 per picture or $50.00 if you sell the same person 2-5 photos. That is based on what I could get where I live.

Jun 18, 2012 08:38:35 #

magicunicorn Loc: Melbourne Australia

Thank you for your reply i apreciate your help.
I have added some pitcures for you to look at
again thank you

Jun 18, 2012 08:56:35 #

ace-mt Loc: Montana

Setting prices is always tough. Would you be selling individual prints, or be charging a club for a days shooting. I think that your best option would be to set up a printer, and sell prints on site, but it takes at least one helper to sell and print while you are still shooting. You could also have order forms for larger prints, to be delivered later. You will sell more if you have samples hanging up, especially of the larger sizes (11x14 and 16x20 ). Good luck.

Jun 18, 2012 09:02:49 #

chelesphotography Loc: Greenville, NC

We do equine events and sell prints on site. We sell them for $10.00 each. I would love to get more but people complain enough paying $10.00 for a 5x7. I WOULD NOT do if for less than that. Your time is valuable too. I have seen people at equine events charging $25.00 for a 5x7 and I have paid it gladly. It is better to start out higher than lower. Easier to go down than up. I would do $25.00 if you think it will work. Good luck to you!

PS your pictures are great!

Jun 18, 2012 09:28:35 #

magicunicorn Loc: Melbourne Australia

Thank you for your help guys much apreciated and for your kind words.

The last shoot i had i did for free but everyone asked for what i charged... i just emailed pix to them tonight so hoping to get some good feedback from them. I was thinking about charging between $15 - $20 as i am still learning andi would not want to turn people away... i dont Know if my work is good enough to charge any more
Here are a couple more to give you a idea.
Thanks again everyone much apreciated

Jun 18, 2012 09:30:50 #

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I can understand why people would want to buy your pictures.

Jun 18, 2012 09:39:16 #

magicunicorn Loc: Melbourne Australia

sorry everyone double posted

Jun 18, 2012 10:06:41 #

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

magicunicorn wrote:

Basically, they want you; you didn't go hat-in-hand to them. You have the upper hand, so go in with confidence, give them your prices, and act like you know what you're doing. When you go to the dentist, you want someone who exudes confidence. Just enjoy the experience, and go home with some money in your pocket.

Jun 18, 2012 10:11:28 #

magicunicorn Loc: Melbourne Australia

Thank you i will do as you suggest

Jun 18, 2012 11:49:47 #

I STOP TO SHOOT Loc: By the No. CA Sea

magicunicorn wrote:

Thank you for your help guys much apreciated and f... (show quote)

I can tell that you love the subject of horses, and the photos show it. Those are really beautiful shots and you are worth what you charge. You Rock!

Jun 18, 2012 18:23:00 #

magicunicorn Loc: Melbourne Australia

Wow.... Thank you very much for your kind words I really appreciate your feedback. You guys have given me some confidence
Thank you.
I have received a couple or replys back from photos I sent and they loved them and want to pay me something.
I love this forum every one gives great feed back but also critisum... It has helped my photography improve.
Thank you everyone for your help

Jun 18, 2012 20:46:43 #

mullumby Loc: Australia

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, if they like the photo,they will buy it regardless,you will always get those that wish to knock you down, just tell them to have a nice day, and sell to those that want them.

Jun 18, 2012 23:46:48 #

mgemstone Loc: Chicago/Cocoa beach/La/NY

I'd charge the $25 for 8.5X11 and $40 for 11X14. Very little adjustment is needed to the image to print both sizes. I'd have a copy of an image on both sizes to help people choose. I'd shoot every horse and horse with rider while there. You'd be surprised the inquiries that you get from people who didn't initially buy a print.

Jun 18, 2012 23:49:33 #

magicunicorn Loc: Melbourne Australia

Thank you

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