Transfer photos to my clients
Feb 5, 2021 09:41:31 #
I have some new photos that I would like my clients to review for purchase. Because of Covid I don't want to do it in person. I don't want to put all of these photos on my website. Is there another easy way to do it?
Feb 5, 2021 09:45:03 #
Feb 5, 2021 09:47:45 #
For free up to 2GB total storage, set up a dropbox and send your client a link to the images. The problem here is the risk of giving them digital copies of the files they simply take and never pay. Certainly downsize the resolution and consider watermarks. Or, account for the risk in the original down payment for the shoot. You'll know your clients and the best way to offset the risk.
If not already familiar with resizing your images, this post provides details: Recommended resizing parameters for digital images
If not already familiar with resizing your images, this post provides details: Recommended resizing parameters for digital images
Feb 5, 2021 09:47:51 #
Feb 5, 2021 10:14:38 #
CarolS wrote:
I have some new photos that I would like my clients to review for purchase. Because of Covid I don't want to do it in person. I don't want to put all of these photos on my website. Is there another easy way to do it?
Along with what other have recommended, drop box, you might also add an order form there also, that they can fill out and either email you, fax, or mail their order back to you.
Feb 5, 2021 10:15:07 #
Print them with a water mark. Roll them up and use USPS Priority Mail tube mailers.
Feb 5, 2021 10:59:10 #
bsprague wrote:
Print them with a water mark. Roll them up and use USPS Priority Mail tube mailers.
And welcome to the 20th century.
Feb 5, 2021 11:00:07 #
My calendar says it's 5th day of February in the 21st year of the 21st Century.
Feb 5, 2021 12:26:57 #
SuperflyTNT wrote:
And welcome to the 20th century.
I don't avoid the internet! In my signature below you can see a link to my Portfolio. I know, without doubt, if you like one of my images you can borrow a pretty good version with even the Windows Snipping Tool. You don't need the file! So, when I put something in my portfolio I actually hope to see it somewhere, someday. There may be copyright laws and ethics but they are way behind the technology we use.
I still make prints in the 21st century. The USPS will send you a 10 pack of Priority Mail tubes for free. (The are actually long, triangle shaped boxes).
Feb 5, 2021 13:10:20 #
I used to have a Smugmug account which I believe allowed you to create albums. You provide a link to your client that particular album, such as "Smith Wedding." The client can then purchase photos or other products from that site. I do not know what the commission is for them. I would also think that there would be a relatively easy off the shelf web site you could copy and have clients simply "order" prints, sizes, etc. You could then order them from your favorite printer.
If this were an on-going enterprise, Id try to hook up with a professional printer, such as DPIPRO to see how they integrate their services with those of pro photogs.
If this were an on-going enterprise, Id try to hook up with a professional printer, such as DPIPRO to see how they integrate their services with those of pro photogs.
Feb 6, 2021 01:40:42 #
bsprague wrote:
I don't avoid the internet! In my signature below... (show quote)
I still print too, but that’s a pretty cumbersome way to send somebody proofs. And it could get expensive depending on how many there are.
Feb 6, 2021 06:07:19 #
bsprague wrote:
Print them with a watermark. Roll them up and use USPS Priority Mail tube mailers.
In today's world, there is an excellent chance the USPS mail will never get there.
Feb 6, 2021 06:46:54 #
kenpic
Loc: Edmonds, WA
You can transfer up to 2 gigs for free using www.wetransfer.com. It works like a charm. If you need more, you can upgrade to the pro version for not much money. I use the free version all the time.
Feb 6, 2021 06:52:14 #
bsprague wrote:
Print them with a water mark. Roll them up and use USPS Priority Mail tube mailers.
SuperflyTNT wrote:
And welcome to the 20th century.
CHG_CANON wrote:
My calendar says it's 5th day of February in the 21st year of the 21st Century.
In the 20th century, mail was a reliable way to transfer goods.
Feb 6, 2021 06:56:09 #
kenpic wrote:
You can transfer up to 2 gigs for free using www.wetransfer.com. It works like a charm. If you need more, you can upgrade to the pro version for not much money. I use the free version all the time.
I second www.wetransfer.com
VERY easy to use and the recipient does not have any need to subscribe, load a program, etc.
Smile,
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