Any Suggestions
Jan 15, 2013 15:15:48 #
I am new to photography and needing to decide on the equipment I need to start a business.
Jan 15, 2013 15:25:22 #
Are you talking about a photography business, or something like auto dismantling??
Jan 15, 2013 15:27:52 #
Valentine wrote:
I am new to photography and needing to decide on the equipment I need to start a business.
This is a popular topic here. The best answer I have seen was posted in July. Click on the link below to read it.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-50055-1.html
Jan 15, 2013 15:52:47 #
SharpShooter wrote:
What type of photography...portrate, weddings, sport's? the list goe's on...Are you talking about a photography business, or something like auto dismantling??
Jan 15, 2013 16:00:14 #
Don't know yet. I suppose I will have to figure that one out. Going to start with family members and some scenery for framing.
Jan 15, 2013 16:03:27 #
Valentine wrote:
I am new to photography and needing to decide on the equipment I need to start a business.
Just a warning- this kind of thread will get some hot answers.
I'll start...
It's like asking,
"I'm new to cooking. I want to start a restaurant.
What kind of pans should I get?"
There is more to being a photographer than having the right equipment. Good photographers fail because they aren't good at the business end. Mediocre ones can last a long time because of good business practice and an uneducated client base.
Do you even know what kind of photography you are interested in?
Wedding, Portrait, Commercial, Architectural...
Jan 15, 2013 16:06:08 #
I also have a business degree and I am sure a good business mind is a prerequisite for starting a business of any sort. :D
Jan 15, 2013 16:10:28 #
Valentine wrote:
I also have a business degree and I am sure a good business mind is a prerequisite for starting a business of any sort. :D
That will help.
One of the higher-end portrait studios where I live was started and is owned by a guy who is not a photographer. He's a business man who knows how to run a business and hires talented photographers to do the shooting. Each person does what they do best.
Jan 15, 2013 16:12:09 #
Yep! The posts were informative. More to this business than posing the client with the client's suggestions in mind, and snapping 100 shots in 15 minutes, then selling the client a disc and expecting said client to edit said photos after which the amount of $100 is paid. No expense on the photographer's part with that sitting. Clear money! :-D
Jan 15, 2013 16:27:50 #
Know anything about lighting?
It's half of the word photo-graph.
Having it is one thing, using it correctly is another and can make or break a photo.
Every area has it's special problems:
For example, weddings: back-up equipment, knowing that equipment instinctively, dealing with bridezillas & momzillas, posing groups, working well under pressure, shooting in unfriendly lighting situations... it goes on and on.
It's half of the word photo-graph.
Having it is one thing, using it correctly is another and can make or break a photo.
Every area has it's special problems:
For example, weddings: back-up equipment, knowing that equipment instinctively, dealing with bridezillas & momzillas, posing groups, working well under pressure, shooting in unfriendly lighting situations... it goes on and on.
Jan 15, 2013 18:53:46 #
I'm going to stay out of this one,,,but will be reading the posts. Good luck :)
Jan 15, 2013 19:13:41 #
skidooman wrote:
I'm going to stay out of this one,,,but will be reading the posts. Good luck :)
:thumbup:
Jan 15, 2013 19:23:09 #
Valentine wrote:
I am new to photography and needing to decide on the equipment I need to start a business.
What is your skill level?
What equipment do you own?
Software?
Besides family and friends, how many people have given you positive feedback on your photography?
Do you have a business plan? Business model?
Do you know what your COG is?
Have you filed for a business licenses? Tax ID Number? Insurance? Any other licenses or permits your town, county, state require?
Jan 15, 2013 19:30:00 #
Annie_Girl wrote:
quote=Valentine I am new to photography and needi... (show quote)
Buzz kill.
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Jan 15, 2013 19:33:56 #
Be prepered to be dragged through the hot coal's on this thread... Seems like you have the business sence, just make sure your partner has expierience in all types of photography and good luck!
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