These were taken from Ballard Park in Melbourne, Florida. They're both looking out from the park into the Indian River Lagoon. I've always wanted to ride on a sailboat, but as of yet, have never done so. I'll get out there one day.
I need to ask you folks a question. I've been approached by email about some of my photographs of the Indian River Lagoon. From what I can tell, they're resposible for advertising locally for a company that does business on the Lagoon. It's not a detailed query, just asking if I was interested in selling some of my photos they've seen, and asking my price.
I've never sold a photo. I've never tried to sell a photo.
Here's my question. If you were approached like this, how much would you "charge" for the use of a photo or set of photos. I have ABSOLUTELY no idea what folks like me should charge for this. I will assume they will use the photo or two that they've seen and liked, so I probably won't be going out specifically on a shoot for them. They simply want to use some of the photos that I've put on the internet that seems to fit what they want for advertising. What should I charge? What would you charge? What have you charged?
If you have a response for me, please email me at mastersja@cfl.rr.com. I would appreciate your help in determining a reasonable rate for the use of my photos, I'm guessing on a brochure or internet web site advertising these folks operations.
Again, please email me if you can help at: mastersja@cfl.rr.com
Thank you all in advance.
10 comments:
i wish i knew enough to help u ...i'm so newly into this!!! but i'm sure someone would be able to help.
and i too have always to sail on a sailboat.....would love to do that with my husband someday ....right now, finishing my thesis is top priority :(
*wanted to sail
Those are great photos of the lagoon and that's a really nice compliment that someone wants to use them in their publication. I'm afraid I have no clue about what people charge for this sort of thing. I hope some others are able to help you out!
I have no idea what you should charge but I'm really pleased your potos are going to be used!
Hey John. Watch your e-mail...I've got some thoughts...
One thing....
Don't undervalue your work....it is what you do and you are good at it...
:)
Check your email John. Hopefully some helpful comments.
I agree with the others avoid the temptation to undervalue your work just to get something sold.
Great shots...they are worth a decent price.
I wish I had a clue, but I think that the size of the company would effect the amount they could pay. You wouldn't want to scare them off if they are small.
I agree, your pics are excellent! But I think most people start low on the selling scale.
I hope you got some great advice!
wish I knew....
I have no advice, but send you congratulations on the recognition.
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