Start Your Own Photography Business 2/E

Photographers can turn a hobby into a lucrative business with these great tips on how to set up a studio, build a portfolio, take great pictures, purchase the best equipment, find paying jobs, set pricing and more. Davis also discusses the advantages of submitting work to contests, participating in art festivals and displaying work in art galleries

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Picture Yourself a SuccessIf you have a talent for snapping great pictures, why not turn your hobby into a lucrative business?

You can take portraits in a studio or on location, submit photos as a freelancer to newspapers and magazines, frame and display your favorite shots in a gallery, or record special events like weddings and sweet sixteen parties. No matter where your talents and interests lie, you can make a bundle from your work with this expert advice.



Determine your specialty Set up a home office and/or functional studio Choose the right equipment for all types of photos--and find great deals on the cameras and accessories you needBuild an attractive online or traditional portfolioFind paying jobs and market yourself professionallySetup a fee structure for your serviceGet great exposure for your work at art festivals, contests, galleries, local businesses and moreProtect yourself from legal concerns such as copyright infringement and privacy issues


Whether you want to earn a little extra money or set yourself up as a full-time, professional photographer, all the information you need to succeed is inside.

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