Looking into working at a studio...need advice

05/24/2007 11:09:55 AM · #1

I would like to start working in a local studio. I honestly have no idea how to go about this process, although I do plan to put together a portfolio of all portraits that I have. Any additional advice is much appreciated!

**ETA:

I have several portraits selected and ready for printing. Any advice out there on how to put together a portfolio?

Message edited by author 2007-05-30 12:42:47.

lowonenergy

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM

05/24/2007 11:13:00 AM · #2

Why don't you ask at a local studio, how to get a job their and what you have to do to or show. So you can easily work on your portfolio, take your best shots and get back. :)

Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG APO IF for Nikon

05/24/2007 11:23:23 AM · #3

Yes that's a good idea. I figured there has to be a few people here who have started out this way and could give me input based on their experiences. I'd just like to have an idea of what to expect instead of going in blindly (although I'll do it if I have to!).

amathiasphoto

Nikon D300

05/24/2007 11:51:30 AM · #4

If you dont know it, learn photoshop... Alot of studios will hire just for that. Also, dont expect much pay (really, if any) at first. Working a little at first, on a volunteer basis until you have some experience (if you can afford this) will definately put you in a great position shortly down the road. If you can get paid, GREAT! Also, make sure that it is a studio that has the style you have or want to develop. Dont just go for some bum studio that wont benifit you, and that you wont benifit. Choose wisely! GOOD LUCK!

05/30/2007 12:44:20 PM · #5

Yes, I am pretty good with photoshop, and I am prepared to work for little to no money at first. Thanks so much for the advice!

Now I'll take any input on putting together the portfolio itself. The only idea I had was to do it like a scrapbook, although not frilly at all. Just putting the pics on black paper in an album. Is this a bad idea?