<p>Shooting time is just one piece of the puzzle. Since you said you've been doing this for a few years then should have a fairly good idea of...
<p>I guess it depends. If you're not doing proofing with them then you really can't say which photos they'll order just like what Melissa...
<p>Here's the thing you have a fantastic camera body but you're thinking of using a so-so wide angle.</p> <p>I say, sell the 5D2 and get a used...
<p>Jeff, there is a big difference between low cost and free. If something has a cost associated to it, no matter how low, it gets valued. And...
<p>Steve there is a flaw in your comparison. For starters all the industries you've mentioned are regulated, the barrier of entry exists so no...
<p>Sure it's fine and dandy til you feel the same crunch that most photogs are experiencing now and then you'll feel stuffy too.</p> <p>And...
<p>@Jeff: It does matter to me because every time someone offers to shoot something for free it sets a bad precedent to the next commercial...
<p>For starters what is your arrangement with Finger Eleven? is it a work for hire? or something else?</p> <p>Second, ask why her photographer...
<p>Not sure what you mean. Are you shooting her wedding? or are you hiring someone?</p>
<p>The idea is worthwhile if you can guarantee quality targeted leads. Meaning as a photographer I can fill-in a customer profile I want and I...
<p>Why even give images in the first place? =)</p>
<p>Marcus, question is without sitting down with the client and going over each image, how sure are you that what you picked as the BEST is REALLY...
<p>Here's the thing I don't give any images anymore except for commercial work where I charge by file and a limited period usually 3 yrs.</p>...
<p>Does it matter? Do they even know how many photos you took? Are you charging by the file?</p>
<p>What's written in your contract?</p> <p>Second, just because an image file were saved via high compression doesn't mean they're unusable, the...
<p>Even if you're not charging anything you should cover your arse and get a written agreement stating expectations and deliverables.</p>
<p>If the ceiling is white or off-white you can bounce your lights from there. If the color sucks or the surface is uneven get a big white...
<p>You've learned that your clients print the images from the CD and yet you still want to offer an image disc? Isn't that like shooting your own...
<p>Like what Robert said nothing wrong with your setup specially since you have a flash. The important thing is to get a backup body because...
<p>You do realize that you answered your own question. If it's not your standard practice then don't, specially since you've already fulfilled...
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