Rude Answers...?

Question

I find it humorous that a person who asks a question on a website solely based for asking questions gets shot down for doing just that. I do not post questions for rude answers- I post them for constructive criticism. Telling me that I am stupid for pursuing a photography career because I have not gone to school to learn the encyclopedia for a digital camera is absolutely the most absurd thing I have ever heard. You can purchase the most expensive camera, go to the best school out there, and set yourself up with some fancy studio... that does not give you the talent to take a beautiful picture OR the position to degrade anyone who is out to pursue a hobby.
I consider myself an amateur PHOTOGRAPHER who is only out to my better my photographic capabilities. I don't steal people's money and give them poor photos. I work hard at what I do. I could never imagine using any of the people who "answered" my question as a photographer due to their cocky arrogant nature. You're going to fail.

Oh well... I am going to go eat a banana.

Answer 1

lol you tell em!

Answer 2

sweet.pekels, I don't think anyone shot you down for asking the question. I think they saved you a bundle of money by advising you that you are not quite ready to venture out into a business without a little more basic knowledge in what is required in order to be successful. Some of the answers were rather rude, but I don't think any are dishonest. I don't think anyone called you stupid, either. Perhaps they were blunt in saying that you were not ready to take other people's money for photographic services, but nobody called you stupid.

I'll go back to my answer. I said that you would be severely limited by your extremely amateur equipment. That is not an insult to you. It's just good advice to buy something better as soon as you possibly can. A "good eye" will only go so far (a short distance) when you want to position yourself as a professional photographer.

I'd love to see some of your images. Are you on-line anywhere?

Answer 3

I did answer your previous question. I did not consider my answer to be rude, but factual. It is true, of course, there are many professional photographers without a degree. And you don't need one to be successful or talented. However, asking basic beginner's questions while at the same time proclaiming to be a professional with a studio is a bit off-putting. You asked and received some honest and truthful opinions from several folks who are working pros with a few years experience and quite a bit of knowledge under their hat. If you want to have hurt feelings and take it all as a personal attack, then there was little point in the whole affair, was there? As for my opinion, I did not see any rudeness, bluntness perhaps. At any rate, best of luck to you. If you have happy customers, then you are on the right track.

Answer 4

Well, in your original question you stated "I just started my own photography business" and then asked a simple, basic question, the answer to which should be obvious to most anyone who is serious about their photography.

If, in the course of your business, you had turned over images or files that had the problem you asked about("grainy images"), you have been doing nothing more that "steal(ing) people's money and give(ing) them poor photos."

What's more is you were not told that you were "stupid for pursuing a photography career" because you "have not gone to school to learn the encyclopedia for a digital camera." What you were told, however, in not as many words, was that if you're going to charge people money for your photos, as your question implies(see "I just started my own photography business"), you need to at least know the basics. A photography class is probably the best, easiest, and fastest way to do this, however I do admittedly know some excellent and very sucessful pros who have never in their life taken a photography class.

As far as I'm concerned, the response you got was not at all out of line. Your question was akin to "I just bought a scalpel and set up my own surgery business on the side-now how to I stop my patients from dying every time I cut into them?"

By the way, I'm not a pro, nor do I have any desire to be. I've been paid for my photography a few times, and received very high praise for my work, but realized that it wasn't for me. I had several years of experience under my belt, and several thousand rolls of film, before I even considered it.

Answer 5

I have just checked your original question and have to say that if someone telling you to go and learn photography before starting a photo business is rude, then they are rude.

But I don't see the responses as being so rude that you need this new question. I actually agree with most of the responses and, to be honest, you asked for it. You announce you just started a photo business (although today you are an amateur) and than ask about the most basic of problem. Come on girl, what did you expect?

And if you can't deal with that, how will ever deal with a customer getting really pissed at you when you can't deliver the goods? You won't always be able to re-arrange the facts like you did today.

Answer 6

I'm a semi-pro photographer and I do it because I love it, not to "make a name" for myself or take in big bucks - people do buy my photos and they do so because they like them. So keep on taking your pictures and never loose the enjoyment factor. I've not seen any of your images but you know if you have a natural talent for it or not...my guess is your good and want to be better. You can learn from others and school but there's no better school than the viewfinder and the darkroom.
So HAVE FUN and love every minute!

Answer 7

I just looked at your question and, well yes some of the answers were harsh. Perhaps next time phrase the question differently.
I didn't get to post an answer, but I would like to back up what most people told you. Having a basic understanding of exposure, is about the most fundamental skill you can posses, you might have a great eye, but without the skill to capture with consistent quality, you relegate yourself to a few lucky shots. Successful pro's can get the shot under any circumstances, the first time out.
If you wanted some constructive help, I'd say you got it.
Would so many people have said the same thing if it didn't ring of truth...?

EDIT: Geat answer Ben, I love the analogy...

Answer 8

I didn't answer your question - I know little about photography - but you say here you're out to pursue a hobby, and you say in your other question you've started a business. Photography can be both, but there can also be a huge difference, particularly if you've only started in the business. Many people gave a similar answer - you should take heed. Some of them know what they're talking about, and you shouldn't be so sensitive.

Answer 9

darling its funny you introduce yourself " just started my own photography business"


then ask a basic week 1 photography school question?

so im sorry if you were hurt, i did get 5 thumbs up so maybe its the way you asked the question not the people answering the question


its like this - i post in the dentistry section - "I just started my dental business, i drill peoples teeth and they scream alot"

then i get answers like "goto dental school you should know to drug them first" -

i think its the poor way you asked the question is why you got those answers

i would have asked::::::::: im an ametuer photographer...................................... why didnt you?

sorry again, i meant to save you heart break and financial ruin nothing more........maybe when you look back you will understand why its funny to some the way you asked

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Answer 10

I am a pro photographer (http://www.straightshots.co.nz) and I have never been to any photography school. It's not about the right education, it's about having a passion to learn photography from any source you can like other pros, websites, photography magazines/books etc.
For tutorials in Photoshop, see this website http://www.impakcreative.com

Answer 11

I answered your previous question and did not think my answer rude. It may have been a little harsh but it wasn't rude. If you really think it was then I'll apologize.

I find it funny that in the previous question you said you had set up a studio and now in this one you state: "I consider myself an amateur photographer..."