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A place to politely discuss the tools, technique and culture of photography.

This is not a good place to simply share cool photos/videos or promote your own work and projects, but rather a place to discuss photography as an art and post things that would be of interest to other photographers.

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How much to charge for photography? (alien.top)

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I was wondering how much to charge for photography. I Am 13 and I currently shoot on a canon t5 with manual settings. My current lenses are the one it comes with, a macro attachment, a 75-300mm lens, some uv filters, and a cpl filter. I was also wondering if I should charge by the hour or by photo.

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 9 months ago (1 children)

Ignore anyone telling you you're too young or should be working for free. Example: Kamia started a handmade soap business at the age of 11. She's now 15 and has three brick-and-mortar stores in addition to her online business.

I do recommend beginners of any age in any field seek out a mentor if possible. I'm guessing the best strategy is to start with modest pricing, and review and raise them every year (or whenever you get too busy). Only "work for free" as a donation to a valid non-profit, track your time, get a receipt for your donated services.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 9 months ago

handmade soap business

That's a product, not a service, photography is a service, it's not impossible but like I said op should offer whatever services he is capable of doing to family and friends, and get as much experience as possible.