ccommins

Paul, I have just retired from working in a real estate office for many years, I uploaded all the photos to the internet. Let me tell you I have seen it all. First agents take all their own pics, point and shoot, they are awful photographers. Just as you stated there dark, fuzzy, and in general lousy pictures. I always tried to let them know, if you have to take a pic of the bathroom, put the lid down, no cat boxes and try to remove the clutter off the counters and all the art off the fridge. Make sure you don't take a picture facing a windows. I have for years offered to take pictures for our agents but they don't want to pay. Real estate agents do work hard for their money, and don't care to part with it. Make be if you could make a connection with high end homes. Good Luck

 

Carol

I have used Quickbooks on a professional level for years. PC edition is easy to use, MAC version is just as good. Never had a complaint or problem.

Thank you Bruce and Jose,

Now you have me thinking. I just might reconsider my decision. Jose, that photo is very impressive.

Thank you everyone for your help. I will have to think about it for awhile. I didn' think they would be so expensive I usually don't have a problem with the cost of a good lens, but today is the first day of my retirement.

<p>I  want to add a good landscape lens to my equipment.  I have a Nikon D80,  the lens I use now is a Nikon 28-80.   Any suggestions.</p>

<p>I have a co-worker that like some of my pictures, she ask how I achieved the macro shot.  The one picture I had used a 12mm extension tube.  I explained, end of conversation.  2 weeks later she gave me her camera with a set of extension tubes attached, but no lens.  Why can't I see anything.</p>

<p>I use paypal, clients can use credit cards or their paypal account and there is no fee unless of course it is used to pay for a print.</p>

<p>I agree with Alan & Dayrl Ann, I only print standard sizes,  only take orders for customs sizes, thats rare.  When I matte a print, on the back of the mylar bag I make note that its a 8 x 10 print, in an 11 x 14 matte so the customer know right off what size frame to purchase. Usually a small sticker.  To print an 8 x 10 on any paper larger than and 8 1/2 x 11 is a waste of expensive paper.</p>

I have both, Vista on my laptop and XP on my desktop. I like both but Vista is much faster and I have no problems with it.

My garden, where I have loads of different flowers for every season, birds and wildlife. All I have to do is walk out my back door and follow the path.

Looking good Wesley

Hi Wesley,

 

I have a smugmug account , I found it difficut to use, but I kept reading and trying until I accomplished what I

wanted. www.ccommins.smugmug.com.I keep this account for enlargements. My main website is with

betterphoto.com, it was easy to use and has everything you want, but theres the price ,$299.00 per yr.

www dot carolcommins dot com. To me it was well worth the price. They are very helpful and quick to answer your

questions.

I hope this helps.

Carol

I rent a floor and wall space in a small shop to sell my framed photographs. I also have some prints in other shops

on consignment. I like the rented space, I can controll it better, as far as layout. I also attach a business card to

the back of the photograph. But I don't sell to a retailer, only because past experience, they wanted exclusive rights

for one of my photos. If they purchase your framed images, with no strings attached I agree with Tony.

Carol

I agree with Amber, but there are times when I would like to join in the post but it's all men and I feel like I am an intruder.

Excellent website, as everyone else has said, fast, clean and easy to navigate. You photographs are awesome.

Just an update on this subject, the web designer did not want to pay for the photo, my quote was within the guildlines of the link you sent. Because I was not a professional I guess she expected it for nothing. I am also previewing the website to make sure that the picture is not being used with out my permission. Thanks again for the help.

I submitted my quote after carefully going over the link that you sent me. Thank you for your time and help.

Yes the photo is on PN, its not my best, it was taken with a point and shoot about 3 yrs. ago when I first started. http://www.photo.net/photo/5210362.

The photo will be used on the main page and the size it 800 x 600. My next question what resolution and what should I charge. I am really at a loss here.

I did contact the person, the website is for a lawyer, they would give me credit for the photo with my name and link to my website. I guess I will have to explain more clearly that my photos are for sale.

Thank you for your help. I would have never thought of some of the things that you suggested. The only thing I was sure of was an agreement in writing. Thanks again.

Carol

I have been contacted by someone who wants to use one of my images on her website. I have never been ask this

before, does anyone have advice. Selling prints is one thing but using my picture on her website is another. I have

no idea where to start as far as questions, pricing etc. Suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Hi Josh,

 

Your website looks great. Good job

 

Carol

Welcome David, you will learn alot from this site and there are people that are willing to help you in anyway they can. Have fun with your camera.

I also use smugmug for clients, I password their photos and they can order prints. But my main website I use Betterphoto. It is easy to use and you have the option to sell or just for viewing. www.carolcommins.com. www.ladyvictoria.smugmug.com. Good Luck