In the modern world, the camera has ceased to be something unusual or unattainable luxury. Devices are becoming more and more simple to use, and automatic shooting allows you to take photos at a very decent level, even without special knowledge. In fact, the photographer today is required to understand the basics of composition, and the issues of exposure and other technical aspects will be taken over by automation. In view of this, the amount of photographers' earnings has decreased. However, aspiring photographers still believe that it is possible to build a whole business with photography without much difficulty. Earning options in this area really remained, but the amount of income received decreased.
Instructions
Step 1
The first easy way to earn extra money from photography is to use the so-called photo stocks. Special services on the Internet allow you to sell your photos with a limited license for use in advertising or for decoration. The complexity of this method is obvious. A large number of competitors, whose work often compares favorably in quality, and relatively little demand. After all, today there are a huge number of free sites with photos. Therefore, it is not worth waiting for a large income.
Step 2
The next option for making a profit is organizing seasonal thematic photo sessions. Find a beautiful photo studio and constantly work with it by purchasing a long-term rental certificate at a discount. If you set a small fee for your services and take decent photos, then with a large flow of people who want to get beautiful New Year or Christmas photos, your services may be in demand. In addition, you will sell the studio rental hours at a retail price. It is important to understand that seasonal demand quickly ends, and with a diverse supply of photographers on the market, it will be very difficult to attract clients. It may happen that during the season you will spend only a few filming and can only recoup the rental of the studio.
Step 3
Working at weddings for the photographer was and probably will remain the main source of income. Wedding photographers ask for huge fees for their services. At the same time, it is almost impossible for poor people to organize a wedding shooting. By playing on the balance of quality and price, you can attract a large number of clients with a limited budget. It should be remembered that the wedding market is the most competitive. It will be very difficult to attract customers, so it's worth considering advertising channels in advance. Do not forget about a good portfolio and upload whole series of photographs from each wedding.
Step 4
Often, in articles about making money for a photographer, it is recommended to look for options for cooperation with print media or projects on the Internet. It is almost impossible to find such cooperation. However, it is very useful to consider it. If you suddenly manage to conclude a lucrative contract, then it will be a real permanent job, as well as a solid replenishment of the portfolio.
Step 5
The lack of large orders can be compensated for by group filming at an affordable price. If you manage to cooperate with a school or kindergarten, then just a few standard filming will bring you a monthly salary. But do not forget that the times of actively attracting clients through communication with the school principal are now over and it will be very difficult to look for such clients.
