By Look for photoshoot! It’s great for any type of marketing, like an outdoor event, a photo shoot, or even just for the fun of it. You can find out what the photographer is looking for by checking out the gallery, and you’ll probably see their work.
Look to see if the photographer is open to your project, then contact them. Usually, the photographer will be happy to give you some information about the shoot, how much you can pay, or the type of photos you can expect.
Photographers are very selective, I have heard, so if you have a good idea for a high-quality photo shoot and the photographer is open to it, go ahead and shoot whatever you can. They may even be receptive to a commission, which is a great idea.
Photographers aren’t always open to commissions. Partially, it’s because they are often under high pressure to take a specific photo, and that often results in people getting rejected. Also, a lot of photographers don’t like being asked to submit a photo, so they make it as difficult as possible. If you are looking for a shot of somebody’s face, for example, don’t submit it unless you are willing to pay for the print.
A lot of photographers I know are not on board with commissioning, so you shouldnt expect a commission to happen. But if you think it would be cool, go for it. It will be fun.
I think this is a good point. If you have a photo and want to take it for a promotion in your profile, try to keep it a little generic so the client doesnt have to waste time on your face. If you are a photographer and you dont want to take a picture you also shouldnt be asking to take a picture. I know some photographers who say they are not willing to take pictures, but they dont have to.
Most photographers, like artists, love to see their work in print or a book. The problem is that most people are in a hurry to get out of the studio and start working, so a book isn’t an option. Of course, you can sell your pictures online, but that can get a bit expensive. Also, make sure you know your client’s business. If you are taking a book or photo of the interior of their condo, be sure to mention that in your ad.
I just spent an hour talking with a prospective client about the interior of his home and asked him if there is anything that he is not going to show me. I have a feeling he might have some hidden secrets but that I can live with because I will see it.
But I have a feeling he also might not. He may not want to show me the interior of his home because he is afraid people will take it as a sign that he has some sort of mental illness. He may also be afraid that people will ask him to sign their home over so he can sell it. But then again, that would be a bit more believable.
When I asked if he wanted to do a photoshoot, he said he was not sure if he would be able to take the time. But he did say he was going to stop by and take some pictures and show them to his family. Maybe he will be able to take a few hours out of himself to do it.
