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I want to start a Pet Photography business. How much should I charge?

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009
forktonguebush asked:


Also, will I need any type of insurance? I’ll be going from location to location and setting up at pet stores, groomers and dog sitting locations. Very similar to the photos for kids you would get at at department stores.

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Best software for Home Inventory related to Estates and Wills?

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009
Brian asked:


I am looking for a software that easily matches up photos and item entries for the purpose of doing home inventory. Where most people are doing this for insurance purposes, I need it to help manage an estate where items have been designated to go to certain family members, etc. Is there anything out there that does this and keeps it easy for the user? Thanks!

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Opening a photography business. how to get started?

Thursday, September 10th, 2009
AshleyNichole049 asked:


I was just wondering from anyone who has opened their own, what are the aspects…? I’m going to do some extra work from PDCI and work with another photographer in my area. I know I can learn from her, but what are the main things I need to think about like setup, insurance, etc. everything? Please help me out! I will be doing portraits, seniors, moms to be, and anything the public wishes for! Please help me get started!!!

Sincerely, Ashley

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How much should I charge?

Friday, July 3rd, 2009
PB asked:


I’m working on starting up a photography business.

I will be shooting:
Portraits of Individuals
Engagement Portraits
Bridal Portraits
Weddings (Documentary Style. I would be secondary photographer for the wedding, providing a documentary style of the big day! I’ll photograph all those special moments that are usually missed because the main photographer is busy with the wedding party.)
Pregnancy Portraits
Babies (Newborns, Infants, Toddlers)
Children
Seniors
Animals
Families
Family Outings (This is where I follow people on their picnics, vacations to my area (I live in a tourist area), trips to places like the zoo, etc.)
Events (Anniversaries, Birthdays, etc.)

My question is…… How much should I charge for my services?

I am wanting to be affordable. A lot of photographers charge a lot of money and all the clients get is a couple of prints and maybe an album. I plan to give my clients a dvd with the images on it. I’ll give them a letter that says they can print them any size, any quantity. Once they have had a chance to look through the photos, they can let me know which are their favorites and I will then do basic editing to touch these up as needed.

What should I charge for this service? Should I charge for mileage to get to the location? Should I charge an hourly fee so that it is affordable? Help!!
I should add that I do not work in a studio. The majority of my photos will be taken outdoors at various locations.

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Do you think this is a good idea for an online business?

Saturday, April 25th, 2009
memigen asked:


A little back story to my question.
In my senior year in high school when I was getting ready to take my senior portraits, I got bored and decided to make my cat a Graduation cap and tie….it came out perfect and was actually fun to me because I am a silly natured person and I love to sew.
So, I thought about opening an online store to sell pet outfits. Some to match every occasion and some that are just outfits for every day. I know there are a lot of pet lovers out there who buy pet clothes and such, or people like me who think it’s cute to do silly things like that on occasion.
So, do you think that would be a good idea for an online business?
Would it interest you if you ran accross it?

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