Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/02/27
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]>I am CLUELESS as to what I should charge so that I don't cheapen the >market. Nobody has ordered anything yet but I want to be prepared in case >the issue comes up. > >Let's try this again. Can someone help me with this? > >Doug Herr >Sacramento > This pro-am thing is all getting a little too earnest. In your case I would advise that you make sure you cover your expenses by not being ashamed of asking people to put a bit of cash in the hat, tell them why, and don't take it personally if someone gets funny about it. A prime requirement is to make sure you enjoy yourself! I think what you are doing is wonderful, and the true value of your contribution is enjoying yourself, being with your daughter, and the possibility that the images you are making could become treasured by someone in years to come. You cannot 'cheapen the market' as what you are doing is a one off, inspired by a sincere wish to be involved. That is one of the things a camera is good for. One of the requirements of making a living out of photography is being enjoyable to work with. This quality is even more important when it is done for love - spread a bit of pleasure, hope it doesn't leave you out of pocket, and don't worry about it. Your daughter will be proud of you! Alex