Embarrassed
Dec 10, 2022 08:26:26 #
When he said he thought the price is too high you should have said that's what you think it's worth and offer him to return. But for now just forget it. What's done is done.
Dec 10, 2022 10:59:15 #
jk, looking back at your posting history, IMHO, I think, for your own peace of mind, you might want to keep your photography and the hospital and its employees totally separate. It seems like when they've mixed, they've caused you much concern.
Dec 10, 2022 13:02:17 #
I believe you are the one at fault here and he owes you no apology or whatever you are looking for. The price should have been determined prior to the customization, etc. His specialty is a doctor, yours should have been pricing your work beforehand. Out of ignorance he may have well thought half your price was a fair price. If you didn't know what to charge you could have gotten back to him. And to accept $50 less (15%ish) simply because of no change was silly. A simple "you still owe me $50" or "give me $400, will give you change tomorrow" was all that was needed.
I learned long ago when someone says "its not about the money" it is always about the money. Learn your lesson, move on, life is short.
I learned long ago when someone says "its not about the money" it is always about the money. Learn your lesson, move on, life is short.
Dec 10, 2022 14:37:31 #
Manglesphoto wrote:
Best is to Just forget it!! The cheap SOB will get... (show quote)
Thank you so much. Needed that!
Dec 10, 2022 14:43:08 #
Stardust wrote:
I believe you are the one at fault here and he owe... (show quote)
I may be wrong but to expect common decency among professionals is not hard to imagine, or at least I thought so until your response.
Dec 10, 2022 15:06:49 #
R.G. wrote:
The main thing he was wrong about was his perception of what these things cost. And there's the possibility that your own expectations were a bit skewed. It's possible that your photo wasn't the masterpiece that you thought it was, even if it was one of your favourites. If it was one of your favourites, that would give it value for you, but not everybody will see it the way you do.
I never said I thought it was a masterpiece. I didn’t ask him to buy it. He asked me to make it for him and to charge whatever “I” thought it was worth. I suppose it’s much like going to the doctors office. When was the last time you were happy with a medical bill?
Dec 10, 2022 15:10:13 #
Dec 10, 2022 15:36:07 #
Jklovell wrote:
Here is the photo in question.
Nice!
Like it a lot!
Dec 10, 2022 16:29:50 #
Jklovell wrote:
Here is the photo in question.
A phenomenally beautiful composition and, I think, even more impressive in B&W 🖤🤍🏆🤍🖤
Dec 10, 2022 17:17:49 #
Dec 10, 2022 17:19:35 #
Jklovell wrote:
I apologize for not contributing more to the forum... (show quote)
No the only thing you have control over is your reaction to other people's stupidity. Keep taking the high road!
Dec 10, 2022 18:36:53 #
joecichjr wrote:
A phenomenally beautiful composition and, I think, even more impressive in B&W 🖤🤍🏆🤍🖤
Thank you very much.
Dec 10, 2022 18:50:15 #
Wow, it is a beautiful photo. I am sorry the transaction ended like it did.
Dec 10, 2022 18:56:13 #
take the money and run ,he may come back for another and youll have a price before he even asks.
Dec 11, 2022 00:03:05 #
If you intend to continue selling your work, even as a part-time endeavor- which is a good thing to do since you have skill and talent, make it a policy to conduct business in writing.
You don't need a degree in business administration or become a lawyer. Draw up a simple contract with specifications of the image, print size, and finish, and set the agreed price.
If the print has to be produced, for example, if it was chosen from a proof or another print, secure a deposit, at least to cover your costs.
Also, consider, it is not always easy dealing with family or coworkers in your workplace- too much politics and assumed leverage by unappreciative or somewhat unethical folks.
This doctor, from what you say, seems like a real piece of work! First, he agrees on your price, then says he does not have the money, then offers you less and gives you a higher amount, and asks for change. Not good.
I understand that you are a health professional but nowadays, with high costs of living, many folks have more than one job or have a part-time business. When you are approached by a potential "customer", tell them that you do your art as a business venture and present your prices and your requirement for a contract.
Don't feel bad or beat yourself up. This like this happens in every business.
You don't need a degree in business administration or become a lawyer. Draw up a simple contract with specifications of the image, print size, and finish, and set the agreed price.
If the print has to be produced, for example, if it was chosen from a proof or another print, secure a deposit, at least to cover your costs.
Also, consider, it is not always easy dealing with family or coworkers in your workplace- too much politics and assumed leverage by unappreciative or somewhat unethical folks.
This doctor, from what you say, seems like a real piece of work! First, he agrees on your price, then says he does not have the money, then offers you less and gives you a higher amount, and asks for change. Not good.
I understand that you are a health professional but nowadays, with high costs of living, many folks have more than one job or have a part-time business. When you are approached by a potential "customer", tell them that you do your art as a business venture and present your prices and your requirement for a contract.
Don't feel bad or beat yourself up. This like this happens in every business.
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