I'm looking for a good gift idea for my photographer boyfriend (he does mostly weddings and things of that sort). I was thinking of a personalized camera bag but I can't find any websites. Any other ideas?
2006-11-27 06:30:48 · 12 answers · asked by Katie 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Photography
your nude picture done by yourself
2006-11-27 22:27:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well this is a hard question to really answer. i agree with a lot of the comments already made. a camera bag is a bad choice. and some of my nice bags have been upwards of two hundred dollars. the problem is we would need to know what equipment he has. stuff like brand of camera, and what sort of things he already has to be able to recommend accessories. and as some people have already pointed out equipment is a tax right off.
if he's really not making too much money at it he might appreciate the gesture but a gift certificate might be a good idea or business cards, even a nice portfolio so he can show his pictures. and if you still want to get something with his name on it why not a nice shirt and have it monogrammed with his logo.
if your still not sure then i would suggest a book by his favorite photographer. you can't go wrong with that.
2006-11-27 21:30:54 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First let me caution you about the camera bag.....
A pro camera bag is a lot like a purse....each owner has very specific like and dislikes in a bag. I have tried to explain this to my better half and made the point by buying her a purse. (It was taken back)
If you have a few dollars to spend I would suggest an Epson P2000 portable image bank. You can download directly off digital media and the view screen is great. (There is a newer model but this is what I want) Others have written that the purchases would be tax deductible if bought by the photographer. This is true and should probably be a consideration.
I am a strong believer in continuing education. My town has two small private colleges that offer a variety of adult ed courses in specific areas. Most are one night a week for four to six weeks and cost about $75. I've taken a landscaping course and intro to Japanese. There are many areas to explore and you get a good taste of what the subject is like. But then you're limited to his time table....
Good Luck
2006-11-27 16:16:33 · answer #3 · answered by John S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may need to do a little spy work but asking wouldn't hurt either. Snoop around, is the camera bag torn to shreads? Is the lighting equipment on it's last leg? What has your photographer been complaining about lately, dust IN their lens? On my wish is:
Think Tanks Rotation 360 ( backpack camera bag that you don't need to take off to access you camera/lenses)
Wireless remote trigger
New lighting and reflectors
New lens
See if the local photography store has a gift certificate.
2006-11-27 17:08:34 · answer #4 · answered by laurabristow5 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only HE knows what he needs, and what you get him may not be totally appreciated. You may get him a personalized camera bag that will cost you too much and may not suit his needs... too small or not enough compartments or whatever. Camera bags are expensive items; why risk spending too much money on something that he won't be able to use or appreciate or that he may have a few of already?
Get him something PERSONAL that is not related to his field; he'll appreciate more than a woman will appreciate cooking utensils or a vacume cleaner, don't you think? Good luck and best wishes.
2006-11-27 15:07:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have these yellow german photographers metal camera trunks.
they are from WWII (reconditioned and fresh paint with a company decal of "Havana Joe" on them) - they seal tight.
Photographers use them to put their equipment in when they travel.
They are big and safe. the only thing I am missing are the foam inserts which you place inside the trunk and then you place the equipm in the foam. write me if you are interested.
I have 12 or so. I had more and ended up selling a few at a flea market a year ago.
2006-11-27 14:40:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
How much do you want to spend?
$200-300 - get him a small portable pocket size camera (Nikon S9 or S6 is nice) I hate lugging my SLR all the time. I've had both these cameras and they are a nice break from the backpack I normally tote around!
2006-11-27 16:06:28 · answer #7 · answered by John L 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on how much you care for this guy...you should really consider getting him something that he loves, besides photography stuff....like sports....etc. Remember he's your boyfriend, Get him something that will show him how much you care about him.....If he is an artistic person...then Think outside the Box...Make him something, he will definitely appreciate that...U can also try making him a very sexy but taste-full photo book , with Boudoir photos taken of you in cute little outfits....I did that and my boyfriend loved it! Good Luck, and let me know how it goes!
2006-11-27 15:44:33 · answer #8 · answered by elysianphoto 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he's doing it above the table, he writes off most of his equipment costs for his taxes. Separate your relationship from his business. If you want something tied to photography, buy a nice negligee and tell him you want some "glamor" shots. A gift to remember :)
2006-11-27 15:39:40 · answer #9 · answered by Bob 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly? Something that *does not* have anything to do with photography :) While many of us are excited and dedicated to our work, it doesn't necessarily define us. And a gift from a loved one that is personal -- and not work-related -- is always special.
Good luck!
2006-11-27 14:33:45 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A roll of film.
2006-11-27 14:32:18 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋