freddie_kelvin1 Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 <p>I wish to choose a website for displaying and selling my photos.<br>I've been using flickr, but it's too cumbersome to get to for potential buyers.<br>I do not need a flashy (!) site, rather a simple one that's easy to set up, use and order from.<br>My technical background is quite limited.<br>Sites I've come across include Photobiz.com, photoidentities.com, bigfolio.com and fineartstudio.com<br>I have no idea how to compare them.<br>Any advice on this welcomed.<br>Thanks<br>Freddie</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonybynum Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 I think for what youre doing, smugmug would be youre best choice. . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathan_meador Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 <p>smugmug is real easy to use, you do have to open a pro account to sell them...the basic membership allows ordering prints, but just at their cost. $150/year, but they do have a coupon for 50% off the first year.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noah_maier Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 <p>I recommend zenfolio, I like the site design and print quality. However, I've also heard good things about SmugMug. Here's a code for 10% off: N6R-UE5-1TZ</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
images_in_light_north_west Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 <p>See <a href="http://rossmurphy.zenfolio.com/">Zenfolio</a></p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnorman27 Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 <p>Zenfolio is great. It's $99 a year for their highest level of service. They offer lots of advanced tools like customizable price lists and coupons. You can apply a pricelist to a single photo (for special editions, etc). Their print fulfillment is done through MPix. They also have fulfillment through fotofloat and someone else. </p><br> <p>Pictage has new offerings too. Their normal service is expensive but they are now offering Pictage lite. I haven't checked them out yet but have heard good things.</p><br> <p>To start though, I would definately recommend Zenfolio. It's easy to figure out and navigate both for you and your potential customers.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccommins Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 Smugmug is very reasonable in price, but I found it not to be so user friendly. They will however print your photos and take care of shipping. Betterphoto is pricey but very easy to use. Does not offer printing of prints. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ella_swanson Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 <p>Does anyone know of any sites that would allow passwords for clients to view their images? Senior portrait photographers tend to have passwords so not just anyone can view the photos.<br> Selling the images isn't that big of an issue. I give clients a CD and usually tell them to get stuff printed at Adorama. Head shots are expensive enough without an online site charging $7 for a 5x7.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Shalapata Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 <p>Try <a href="http://www.goiart.com">www.goiart.com</a> . It is free to join, you can post your images, and there is a check out that handles the transactions. Also no fees nor commisions. It is more fine art oriented than for portraiture, weddings, and the such.</p> Ian Shalapataipsfoto.com | info@ipsfoto.comFreelance Multimedia Journalist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nathan_meador Posted May 15, 2009 Share Posted May 15, 2009 <p>Amelia</p> <p>I'm sure many sites offer password protection for galleries. I know smugmug does.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allisonviron Posted May 16, 2009 Share Posted May 16, 2009 <p>I use instaproofs. They do not print the pictures, so you can use the lab of your choice, and the fee is based on what is sold through the site. It is very user friendly, and they allow you to create a password.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alcyon Posted May 16, 2009 Share Posted May 16, 2009 <p>Try OtherPeoplesPixels.com.<br> It's $160 a year for your domain name and email account. You build your own website using templates provided. It's simple to use and they have a good customer support.<br> You can have a look at my website to give you an idea: www.alcyonphoto.com</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddie_kelvin1 Posted May 17, 2009 Author Share Posted May 17, 2009 <p>The respoonses have been so helpful.<br> It seems to be Zenfolio vs. Smugmug. I don't have a domain name. Do I need to get one before signing on with either of these? Zenfolio appears to have a more elegant interface. They do not allow for sale of digital files, though. Does that really matter?<br> Overall, ease of use is critical. I am not sure which wins in that respect.<br> Freddie</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter_mclaughlin1 Posted May 17, 2009 Share Posted May 17, 2009 <p>I've been with Smugmug for one year and I agree with Carol C, it's not user friendly if you want a pro looking site. The products offered are nice but I've come to think that no one buys the aprons, mugs, ect. I've sold enough photographs to cover the cost of the site then some. I looking at Zenfolio, now. It has a more pro look and feel to it. Here is a list of the other siyes I have concidered:<br> Pictage.com, BigBlackBag.com, PhotoReflect.com, Foliolink.com, Photoshelter.com (I like this one, too) and iFP3.com.<br> Check them out and see what you think.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
images_in_light_north_west Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 <p>Zenfolio offers the password you are talking about, you can call your sight what you want and they allow sale of digital images, Zenfolio is very easy to use, you can give it a free try.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick_pearson Posted May 19, 2009 Share Posted May 19, 2009 <p>I just read an article regarding good things about Photo Stock Plus, however I haven't looked into them for myself so I can't truly endorse it, but it might be worth checking out.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ingoj Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 <p>Many pros go with the Personal Archive of <a href="http://pa.photoshelter.com/">Photoshelter</a>. Check it out. </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anunes Posted May 20, 2009 Share Posted May 20, 2009 <p>I'd go with Zenfolio. I've done mine with it. Check it out: www.anunesphotography.com</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
julieroggow Posted May 22, 2009 Share Posted May 22, 2009 <p>I use Smugmug. It's run by professional photographers. Have a look at my website (and others) and you'll see what the possibilities are. Smugmug handles all the orders and printing.</p> <p>Julie Roggow</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanette_steele Posted May 22, 2009 Share Posted May 22, 2009 <p>I haven't looked into any of these sites mentioned, except smugmug. I am currently trying out the trial/demo version of Site Grinder. It is used with Photoshop to make your own webiste. I made one in less than 8 hours. I have not purchased it yet, so it is not up for you to look at, but they do have sites you can look at that were done with it. It is very user friendly. You will need to buy a domain name and pay for a host, but it is yours, if you want to look into it go to <a href="http://www.sitegrinder.com">www.sitegrinder.com</a> I don't know about the password part of it yet though. I am still looking into it's capabilities for that. I see sites that used Sg and have it, but not sure how they got it yet. Lanette</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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