Fun Creative Professional Photographic Services

Q. Describe the most common types of jobs you do for your clients.

A. I photograph very creative portraits and events. I don't think any one thing I do is treated as common. I have done numerous photo retouch and restoration projects from simple to complex as well as graphic design.

Q. What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A. Price is always the factor when considering doing business. There are very many "photographers" out there. I strive to be competitive in the price arena and make sure I am offering much more. I am experienced in business and strive for nothing less than 100% satisfaction in my service.

Q. If you were a customer, what do you wish you knew about your trade? Any inside secrets to share?

A. My secret is: Work hard for many years, always looking to learn new things and techniques every day. Always observe what others are doing and strive to do different. Strive to make a difference.

Q. What important information should buyers have thought through before seeking you out?

A. I don't expect my customers to know anything. Possibly what they might have in mind for their photo needs. I am here to help. Give ideas and inspiration. Otherwise, I encourage any input they may have.

Q. Why does your work stand out from others who do what you do?

A. I have an extensive background in Graphic Design as well as the digital photographic process. Design plays a very important part in creating a unique photo. I don't just "shoot" nice photos, I create them. You will see the difference.

Q. What do you like most about your job?

A. I love to create. Love the flexibility my profession offers me. I avoid using the term, I am a "People" person. But have worked with many different people from many diverse backgrounds and let's just say, I enjoy it and find it very interesting.

Q. What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A. It never fails. If I am photographing an event, people will ask me what else do I do. If I am photographing something else, the same question comes up. Not sure if I understand the question. Otherwise, it is what kind of equipment I use to make my photos look the way they do. I answer, it's not as important the camera you use but the monkey behind the camera.

Q. Do you have a favorite story from your work?

A. No particular story comes to mind. Overall, I have made many friends from the customers I have worked and in my travels.

Q. What do you wish customers knew about you or your profession?

A. It isn't easy. You either have talent or you do not. Even if there is talent, it needs to constantly be developed. The key factor is the genuine love and passion for what I do.

Q. How did you decide to get in your line of work?

A. I have been a photographer since I was around 8 years old. Had a photo darkroom and was always taking photos as well as drawing and painting. I was involved with digital photography soon as the first digital cameras became available. Photographed my first event utilizing the digital process about 12 years ago and it was love.

Q. Tell us about a recent job you did that you are particularly proud of.

A. This is very simple and basic. Went to do a family shoot that was going to result in 3 children (two girls and a boy) to produce a collage print as a family gift. The boy child cried and pouted the entire time and mom seemed pretty upset. I took some pretty cute photos of him crying as well as candids when he was in his limited happy mode. Had more than enough to complete the project and mom loved it.

Q. Do you do any sort of continuing education to stay up on the latest developments in your field?

A. A few seminars here and there. I constantly search the internet, read many books and magazines all the time. I like magazines the best because they are the newest, freshest source of information.

Q. What are the latest developments in your field? Are there any exciting things coming in the next few years or decade that will change your line of business?

A. Yes, there are many new and exciting things that will change my business and the way I produce images. I just don't know what they are yet.

Q. Describe your most recent project, what it involved, how much it cost, and how long it took.

A. My last project was a photo retouch of an old photo. Plus for finished prints of the photo. The original looked pretty weak and had a few blotches and scratches. It took me about 20 minutes to make the photo look much cleaner than it could have ever looked originally. I charged the customer $40.00 for the entire package including the four prints.

Q. If you have a complicated pricing system for your service, please give all the details here.

A. From portraits to head shots I have a basic package starting at $50.00. It goes from there depending on needs, if prints are needed or anything else extra. Photo retouch is a $25.00 minimum. Otherwise, I do have a long list of other options, so it's always best to get a price quote depending on needs.

Q. If you were advising someone who wanted to get into your profession, what would you suggest?

A. Learn as much as you can and see what you can offer that is different or unique. Be prepared to work. If you don't love what you are doing, don't do it.

Q. Write your own question and answer it.

A. Why all these questions?
I don't know. It would be great if anyone sees or reads my answers.