do photographers make alot of money??

Question

i mean for newspapers or magazines.

Answer 1

Some do; some don't. Like actors: some do and some don't (and those that don't are waiting on tables, waiting for the "big break"). There are many very good photographers that are still working in one-hour shops or camera shops or doing lighting for other photographers or backup work at weddings... depending on the field of choice, of course. Some fields are more competitive than others, like in glamor and travel or even photojournalism, sports photography, etc. There are so many fields and it's getting very competitive ever year; imagine, about 200,000 students graduate every year with photography degrees, some will go into education, some will be working in labs or shops or waiting on tables... nowadays, everyone holding a digital SLR thinks that he/she is a photographer... and very many are in for a rude awakening. You're only as good as your skills, talents, knowledge and passion! Some will make a few dollars and seek other means of employment to supplement their photography "career" (or vocation) and some will struggle for a few years, occasionally doing weddings, portraits, pet photography, or stock photography... some will just fade into oblivion as they start other careers and a very, very few will reach a certain degree of success, sort of like "15 minutes of fame" that comes only once in a lifetime. That's why knowledge is considered earning power but it's totally useless unless you have the skills and talents plus the passion to stick it out during the lean times. Photography can be a lucrative field, if you stand out from among the herd. Success doesn't come to you in photography... you have to go and chase after it and grab at every opportunity that presents itself. The more you know, the better your chances of success.

Answer 2

with newspapers it really depends. if it's a small knit newspaper, they will not make as much money as a photographer working for the new york times. i can imagine that photographers that take photos for magazines will make alot of money. commercial and fashion photography are the highest paying in the industry. It's also about who you know, not what you know. It will help if you are original, creative, and passionate like I am. If you have more contacts, the better.

Answer 3

It all depends on what type of photography you go into. The biggest money is in Commercial photography. If you can make a name for yourself and are good with people and business you can be making millions a year but that is later in life once people know you and your photography. Very few people actually make it in that field. If you work in photojournalism for a news paper your earnings will be around $23,100 a year. There are plenty of things you can do with photography. You just have to ask your self if you want the money or to make a difference.

Answer 4

Earnings

Median annual earnings of salaried photographers were $26,080 in May 2004. The middle 50 percent earned between $18,380 and $37,370. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $15,000, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $54,180. Median annual earnings in the industries employing the largest numbers of salaried photographers were $32,800 for newspapers and periodicals and $23,100 for other professional, scientific, and technical services.

Salaried photographers—more of whom work full time—tend to earn more than those who are self-employed. Because most freelance and portrait photographers purchase their own equipment, they incur considerable expense acquiring and maintaining cameras and accessories. Unlike news and commercial photographers, few fine arts photographers are successful enough to support themselves solely through their art.

Answer 5

Do not do photography for the money. There is no guarantee on how much you could make from it. I've heard from various photographers how their income varies. I suppose if you want to photograph people in portraits you could make serious money, but dont do it unless you love doing it. If you want to sell your photo prints I've heard you probably wont make much. Please dont photograph for the money. Photograph because you love to photograph. Money wont completely make you happy. You gotta love what you are doing too. Good luck and most importantly have fun!

Answer 6

Yes. Photographers make a lot of money but your photos must be good and have visual points that will attract the person.

Answer 7

Some do, others not.

It's like asking if cook's make lots of money.
If they're top-notch and work at a top-notch location - maybe.
If they're not or work somewhere less than the best - probably not.

Also, many news and mag photographers work freelance.

Answer 8

not really but if you enjoy doing that money shouldn't be a an issue and also i think it would be amazing being a photographer and work for example for National Geographic or Discovery and travel around the world.

Answer 9

If they're just starting out, then no. They have to build their career up first, then they make the big bucks, just like with any other career. If you're interested in photography, do it because you like it, not because you want to make money. Then you can concentrate on finances when you've built up a portfolio.

Answer 10

yes, photographers do make a lot of money, because there pictures are beautiful, especially scenery ones.