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Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

07/21/2005 07:22:58 PM · #1

A few weeks back I did my first paid job and sold a print of my 'skin' picture to the client as well.

As if I wasn't pumped up enough about that, today she called me up and wanted to buy another print of mine(a film shot). I quoted her $65 for a 10x15 and she was more than happy about it. Just excited and wanted to share. A real boost in confidence. I'm trying my best not to undercharge for my work, but honestly, I have no idea what most photographers charge for a similar sized print. So anyone that you do business with, treat em well so they keep coming back. I'm sittin' on cloud nine at the moment. Hope everyone has an awesome day :)

Message edited by author 2005-07-21 19:23:35.

Sunniee

Canon EOS-40D

07/21/2005 07:27:08 PM · #2

Congrats!! Thats Great!

sher

Canon EOS-300D Rebel

Tamron AF 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di LD Aspherical IF for Canon

07/21/2005 07:49:03 PM · #3

that's great, david! and it's a beautiful shot!

jab119

07/21/2005 07:53:29 PM · #4

I have seen lesser quality prints go for 2 to 3 times more than what you are charging, unframed.

James

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

07/21/2005 08:02:48 PM · #5

Originally posted by jab119:

I have seen lesser quality prints go for 2 to 3 times more than what you are charging, unframed.

Thats what I was thinking but when you are saying it for the first couple times, anything more than 50 sounds like a lot to me. I'll do a little more next time :)

Nuno

Nikon D700

07/21/2005 08:31:35 PM · #6

Do you guys number your prints or give any certificate to nsure the owner of a "real " print and not a copy?

I'm planning in doind some artistic photo's prints to sell in a gallery and I was thinking in getting a registration form so I can follow every one of them and to ensure there's no fake copys on the market.

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

07/22/2005 12:20:38 AM · #7

I have sold so few that I haven't had to worry about it yet but I certainly thought about this. The first one I sold already framed with my signature which makes it pretty clear. I'm not sure what I should do with this one being unframed. Maybe, sign or number the back. Any suggestions?

GoldBerry

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM

07/22/2005 12:43:20 AM · #8

It's an awesome shot. Would like it on my own wall. Congrats :-)

Makka

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

07/22/2005 02:00:44 AM · #9

It's a great shot and it's always a fantastic feeling when people buy your work! Well done!

Bear_Music

Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 Ultra

Sony 24-70mm f/4 Vario-Tessar T* FE OSS

07/22/2005 02:06:30 AM · #10

Originally posted by trnqlty:

A few weeks back I did my first paid job and sold a print of my 'skin' picture to the client as well.

As if I wasn't pumped up enough about that, today she called me up and wanted to buy another print of mine(a film shot). I quoted her $65 for a 10x15 and she was more than happy about it. Just excited and wanted to share. A real boost in confidence. I'm trying my best not to undercharge for my work, but honestly, I have no idea what most photographers charge for a similar sized print. So anyone that you do business with, treat em well so they keep coming back. I'm sittin' on cloud nine at the moment. Hope everyone has an awesome day :)

65 bucks for an 11x14 peice of art is way, way low. But I know what ya mean. Bump up the prices anyway; I won't sell a print for less than 125...

Robt.