ok, i have EVERY intention in becoming a photographer i have done the college thing and have all the technical knowledge i need, but they never taught us how to succeed in photography, so i need tips and advice if anyone knows anybody who needs someone to do work experience etc.
please help i really need this, because i can't see myself doing anything else with my life, i AM going to be a photographer and i understand that it's going to be hard, but then i will appreciate when i do succeed [sorry if i sound arrogant, it's just i have a strong beleif that i will get my chosen carreer] any serious comments will be truly appreciated, thank you
2006-09-27 17:31:32 · 13 answers · asked by PhotoBear2 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Photography
How you can make career from photography, it is tricky part.
You can take your camera move around and take pictures then send to various agents, magazine, newspapers or even websites, work as a freelancer.
You can build your own studio to take fashion, children, portrait or commercial shots
You can get hired by advertising firm, in magazine and just do the job firm needed.
You can steal moments of journalism and send them to various newspapers or selected one, or to some journalist you already know and get your pictures listed through that journalist friend. A start to get noticed.
Today, a freelance photographer can work almost like full time to make a good earning through various websites as well. Get your works listed, keep sale your pictures, let the money rolls in.
If you happen to discover good techniques, you can work out to write an ebook as well. Sale it or send it free. Limited edition, it is up to you.
You see there is a big career out there, depends on you what is your nature and how active you would be and how much can you understand the field you are into.
You can even start by joining one of so many web designing houses and/or small advertising firms, do shots for them on contract bases and move on with time.
Offer new people who wants to be an actor or model, photo session them, make them face ur camera and refine creative side of your own photography skills.
Join online communities, show your works, not words, words without work is useless where works work more strongly.
read these articles as well, very helpful about photography.
http://www.hedezines.com/mag/articles/0609_the-street-photos.asp
http://www.hedezines.com/mag/articles/0609_the-street-photos-2.asp
2006-09-28 02:11:36 · answer #1 · answered by Munir Rahool 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may want to work for an experienced, established photographer as an apprentice for a couple of years, or at least two years before venturing out on your own in your chosen area or specialty. You will learn about the real world, not the theoretical things teachers have found very eloquent ways of expressing... they're mostly out of touch with reality anyway, but love to talk a good b/s.
What you learn with an experience professional is how to really get things done, how to handle difficult situations, emergencies, difficult clients and employees/assistances, etc. You'll learn tricks of the trade, and make contacts, too. Most importantly, you'll also learn the business side of being a professional photographer.
Many, many talented and skilled photographers have gone bankrupt by the thousands every year. Why? They have absolutely NO business sense whatsoever. Take a few business courses at night in a community college. Take courses you feel will help you learn about small business ventures, and dealing with deductions and taxes, too. Stay current with the latest trends and innovations in the field, and attend conferences, make contacts and ask as much as you can. It won't hurt you to learn these things but they may save you a lot of grief and difficulties.
I am going to put out a statement and it may seem cruel, but please consider it if you ARE interested in making this a succesful career. "What can a starving partner offer me?" Food for thought, not intended to be cruel, just practical.
Consider these ideas and let them go through a few times around your head. Best wishes, and good luck.
2006-09-28 16:57:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am assuming you mean how do you actually start and run your own photography business? If so, there are lots of books that you can buy or get from the library.
The Business of Studio Photography: How to Start and Run a Successful Photography Studio by Edward R. Lilley
Profitable Photography: Start and Run a Money-Making Business by Geza Szurovy
Go to a community college and take some general business classes. Start hanging flyers and advertising Then, get out there and do it! If you believe in yourself and do the hard work - you will be successful. Good Luck!
2006-09-27 17:49:22 · answer #3 · answered by kmcdonald 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Word of mouth travels far - what kind of photography do you intend to persue? I shoot weddings as kind of a hobby and it's almost getting out of hand because they tell their friends and family and I get more business than I can handle. It helps that I'm personable and inexpensive too :).
I highly recommend doing shoots for very cheap and ask your clients to use their photos for your growing portfolio - always have tons of business cards on hand and an online website where people can view your prices and some of your work with a way to contact you.
Hope this helps a little, and good luck!
2006-09-28 05:23:55 · answer #4 · answered by myaddictiontofire 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well my dear starting out in a chosen career is hard you wont just get a job by the flick of a finger my advice is get a job any ware to fund your chosen Field and build up a port folio of photos in the chosen Field of photography example still life people expressions nature and just keep clicking away advertise your self on the web with some of your pictures there are millions of photographers out there specially now with digital cameras but if you are good you will be reconised a useful tip jion your local photography sociaty you usually find they are run by ex pro's and they will guide you don't rush it start small be reconised and the jobs will come GOOD LUCK Dave
2006-09-27 19:06:43 · answer #5 · answered by Psycho Dave 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi,
i am starting down the wedding and portrait photography path , Have a look at www.swpp.co.uk at the convention schedule - they are running a 2 day business school for photographers and a load of other seminars as well.
There are other courses run by some of the other organisations as well
If you want to drop me an email I can provide details of some web forums on wedding photography
Tim
http://www.driverphotography.co.uk
2006-09-28 09:04:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Like you I knew what i wanted to do early in life. And like you i received a great education in the technical issues of photography but I also lacked the "business" education that I needed to succeed in the real world.
THE number one thing you MUST learn is what is your cost of doing business. This is the basis for all of your future negotiations and pricing strategies. If you fail to charge enough for your services you will soon find yourself in a financial hole. You have to learn when to say NO to a bad deal. You have to learn how to protect yourself and your work with contracts and copyright.
I know this sounds like a real drag. You want to shoot pictures and get paid for doing it. But you have to think long term. I believe you need to have a plan for what you want to do and how you're going to get there. I know a lot of very talented photographers who make wonderful photos and still worry if they will be able to pay the rent on the first of the month.
If you have determined what type of photography you want to produce, have you found a niche that needs to be filled in your area? The photography business is very competitive. There will always be someone out there who will do the job cheaper (the ones who worry about rent). You have to define what you enjoy doing and then produce a level of work that fulfills the client's needs on time and on budget. Deadlines are deadlines and if you make a fantastic photo but it's three days late you WILL NOT last in this business very long.
Check out Editorial Photographers. This group is focused on the business of photography and their site has a wealth of information.
Good Luck
2006-09-28 03:27:20 · answer #7 · answered by John S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You chose a great career that can get you hired at any place.
Depends what you want to photograph.
If I was in your position, I would do people, Kalvin Klein, Tommy, Dolce & Gabbana, Prada, ect. Go to their websites and click job oppertunities and look for a marketing catagory or type marketing/photography in a search if available.
If you want to take pictures of products/murchandise, go to wal-mart and target and get a job taking pictures of the products for news paper ads and their websites.
2006-09-27 17:47:49 · answer #8 · answered by akitashencp 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find any part time job to make a living and start as an aprentice to gain experience mostly for the eyes of the world.. from what i see you believe in yourself but your experience will make others believe in you as well! Start working at any agence or studio! Photography is art and very dificult to stand out!
Good luck to all of us out there!
2006-09-28 03:26:03 · answer #9 · answered by rothsteady 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-02-14 14:03:30 · answer #10 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋