How to Price Your Photography
People ask me all the time why photographers cost so damn much to hire. So how do you decide how much to charge clients for your services? There are several factors to consider before you decide on your pricing. How to Price Your Photography – Business Expectations Do you plan on your photography business being your full-time job and your only income? Or Do you plan on doing photography casually to make a bit of extra income here and there? This is your biggest factor. If you plan to make any real money as a photographer, you have to be in it full-time. Finding time to edit and schedule shoots on your down time from your 9-to-5 job is harder than it seems, and things fall through the cracks. Full time photographers need to charge a minimum of $200 per session just to make a living. Part time photographers are able to price a simple portrait session for around $100. How to Price Your Photography – Skill & Experience If you are just starting ou...
