People pay money for pictures. Why should not your pictures? There are many ways to earn money from your camera, some require more skill than others, but with all of them the golden rule is "give the customer what he or she wants. " In other words, take pictures of people looking to buy, not just what is your fancy.
When selecting which markets to go you need to consider two things, your level of expertise and the camera equipment you own. a small digital camera will do for some jobs, but there are situations in which only the film or large digital files plus the 12MB will do.
Wedding Photography.
This is the first thing many people think, but not a thought on wedding photography, unless you are really competent photographer and have at least two good camera so you'll have a back-up on hand. I wear two film-based SLR cameras plus 8MP digital camera. Consider buying a medium format, if you are likely to do a lot of weddings, so you can provide a larger prints if necessary.
There are three approaches to photographing weddings - formal, informal and "arty". Most couples want to set up formal portraits as the core of their wedding pictures. Groups must agree in advance with your customers. Explain that you will need a lot of time. Shepherding people is time consuming. There is always someone who goes missing when you need them. If possible, visit the venue in advance to find the best locations. Working where the sun will be and how you fit in large groups. Look for a bank or steps to arrange them on. If you have them looking at you make sure you are not squinting into the sun.
Ask what other shots are required. Remember the cake, and maybe rings. Arty shots are up to you and your creativity. Get out of the main groups put the portrait first, so you have time to be creative. Most commercial photographers to leave the informal shots of guests, but it's worth grabbing any further recordings. One of mine favorite shot bridesmaids climbing on Lookout!
Magazines and other publications.
Publishers vary considerably in their requirements. You will not get a look-in, unless you provide the right kind of image on the right way. Being based in the UK I joined the Bureau of independent photographers who follow the editors are looking for. Images must be sharp and well composed. Turn on both landscape (horizontal) and portrait (vertical) images in any filing unless otherwise. Cover image May need some uncluttered space for title and other text, and generally require a high quality originals. Study of selected publications first to see what they use and how to use it.
can get more sales if you can write good copy, as well. ready-made illustrated feature that meets the requirements of the magazine is a boon to any busy editor. Some editors will not accept unsolicited submissions by May will have to contact them first with your ideas.
greeting cards and postcards.
during the greeting cards market turned away from photography to graphic or artistic design, but in recent years, the photo made the comeback. Quite a lot of monochrome and used natural objects. Flowers, people, animals and landscape are all popular again now.
Postcards are the most lucrative market, but there is an advantage that you can easily get your own products and take them to local shops and tourist sites.
stock libraries and agencies.
Most stock libraries are now working with digital files online, but there are some areas where film is still desirable. A quick search on the web should be thrown away dozens of online photo agencies. Take a look at something like Alamy.com to get an idea of what is involved. Submissions must be exactly as stated by the agency. Make sure you understand what you are selling the rights. Do not sell your copyright to the picture, unless you're getting a very high amount for it. The rights are normally sold for a single use or licensed for use that should be specified. Royalty-free images can be used by the customer and again.
"citizen" photography.
the media have caught on the value of asking the public to send them recorded on their phones or digital cameras. The quality is less important than newsworthiness. Citizen photographer is not a substitute for an experienced journalist, but it's just a matter of someone being in the right place at the right time. If you publish something in place before you get shot, then decide where to send them later, but never put themselves or others at risk and never make it difficult for police or emergency services.
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