my husband and I are beginner photographers...and we are trying to start a business here in southern california...anyone know how we can do that and what we need...here are some examples...www.modelmayhem.com hit browse and then type in Pellegrini....that's some of the work we've done but we've had to pay for it instead of the other way around we want to start a business but cant do it if we are paying out so much money...thanks for any advice
2006-11-07 14:16:48 · 6 answers · asked by tinker143 5 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Photography
The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.
I recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box.
Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.
Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:
* Photographers Market Guide to Building Your Photography Business: Everything you need to know to run a successful photography business by Vik Orenstein
* Legal Handbook for Photographers: The Rights and Liabilities of Making Images Paperback by Bert P. Krages
* How to Start a Home-Based Photography Business, 4th Paperback by Kenn Oberrecht
* Shooting & Selling Your Photos: The Complete Guide to Making Money With Your Photography by Jim Zuckerman
I also posted links to some free articles in the source box.
Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
2006-11-08 02:09:01 · answer #1 · answered by TM Express™ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
"Just Started A Photography Business"? and Now You Are Looking For A Camera? OOHH Give Me A Break!!! That's the Worse Thing that you just had done. You Really Had Needed EVERYTHING Already In Place WAY BEFORE Starting the Photography Business and Now just discovered that You NEED a New Camera? Sorry I'm taking my business someplace else and that's how you loose so much business by not having the Proper Tools already in place.
2016-05-22 09:36:03 · answer #2 · answered by Amy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first thing is to take good photographs - be they portraits, landscapes, candids, studio, glamour , whatever. No good pictures, no business.
Circulate some sample calendars to businesses in your area. This is a good time for the calendar style of photography. Also, offer to do weddings and birthday parties at reasonable prices.
Start small, establish a clientele and don't try to get rich quickly. The great picture that generates millions on the Internet is very rare.
2006-11-15 10:37:46 · answer #3 · answered by springday 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi
I have some good news re the photography business information question. I have included an address in the source box below which will take you to a dedicated article re starting your own photography business. I noticed the links on that page also take you to other helpfull related information.
I hope this helps - good luck!
2006-11-13 12:24:20 · answer #4 · answered by Roy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check out http://www.prosper.com
2006-11-08 16:17:16 · answer #5 · answered by Picture Taker 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
start selling to friends, family and church members where you go
2006-11-07 14:25:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋