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  Arts and crafts shows
I am preparing to do some arts and crafts shows in the spring...did a little researching today on a canopy with side walls.....any recommendations??thanks!...
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January 09, 2012
 
  How much to charge for head shots.
I am an amature and have gotten an offer to shoot head shots for physicians in a doctor's office. They want to know how much I charge. No idea how much something like this goes for typically....
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November 28, 2011
 
  Prices of photos
Hi Carlton I know you are out there. This is Tom Fleeman you have helped me before. What is the man's name who is on Corbis Images website. You told me once before but have moved into a new off...
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November 28, 2011
 
  membership upgrade
I am slowly but surely gearing up to sell some of my better outdoor images (matted for framing and photoboards) at arts and crafts shows. At this point I am getting ready to order business cards. I...
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January 15, 2012
 
  Charging tax
How do I charge sales tax for my images on my website?...
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November 26, 2011
 
  business forms
Where would you buy Photography business forms that are geared toward Photography?...
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November 11, 2011
 
  displaying photos
I'm taking my show on the road in the spring so to speak. I will be selling my photos as matted 5x7's, 8x 10's and photo collage boards but I am needing some ideas on how to display the...
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October 26, 2011
 
  copyrights
I am very much an amateur but would like to sell some of my better photos matted and/or framed at some local arts/crafts shows and fall festivals. How do I go about obtaing copy right information f...
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September 10, 2011
 
  how to sell my pics off my site(betterphoto)
How do I set up my betterphoto site to sell pics?...
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August 14, 2011
 
  What is a good online digital print service co?
I've recently started a website wth BettrPhoto. I've photographing dogs for a local animal shelters upcoming calander. I'm getting request from people who'd like to purchase some im...
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August 17, 2011
 
  Nice Photo Studio set up for sale
If you are interested in starting up your own studio/home studio, I have a deal for you. I no longer have a studio room at home and am selling most everything you need minus creativity, camera and...
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July 22, 2011
 
  Anyone who makes stock photography ?
I'm starting a business in microstock photography, on istockphoto.com, and I would like to know if there is anyone who makes (or lives on) microstock photography, for asking advices.Thanks,Giov...
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June 16, 2011
 
  Having an artist agent/rep
I would like to hear about any experiences you have had with an art agent. Pros and cons...
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June 16, 2011
 
  Shipping Prints
Looking for suggestions for packing/shipping prints to ensure the image arrives in excellent condition. I would be selling 8 1/2 x 11 and 13 x 19 prints....
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November 25, 2011
 
  Wholesale vendor?
More of a comment than a "question". I'm about to wash my hands clean of doing my business with the vendor Photographers Edge. If one is not familiar, they claim to sell "wholesale" to photogr...
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May 07, 2011
 
  career opportunities
My nephew is a budding amateur photographer and asked me the other day what are the best career opportunities for new photographers. Any ideas? What specialisation he should look for? Medical, arch...
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June 11, 2011
 
  Article: The New Wedding Guest
Wedding season is here/coming. I really enjoyed the read even though I don't photograph weddings. Thought some of you might enjoy it too. Digital photography certainly has changed the photogr...
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March 31, 2011
 
  Passport Photography - How to?
How does one go about doing passport photography? Do you have to be certified by someone? What equipment would you need to print the photos? Where would you get the equipment from? If someone could...
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April 13, 2011
 
  Business Plan - Equipment
After nearly two years of being unemployed I am thinking of starting a Photography Business.In developing a business plan my first problem is the equipment I will need starting with Camera Body and...
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May 06, 2011
 
  Business Plan - Equipment
After nearly two years of being unemployed I am thinking of starting a Photography Business.In developing a business plan my first problem is the equipment I will need starting with Camera Body and...
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March 01, 2011