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Comment by bjolester posted on Selling images - advice needed! at 22/01/2014 - 07:02
johnha wrote:
Hi Bjørn,
It's great that they like (and want to use) your work, not so great that they can't pay for it (if they're publicly funded, I can kind of understand their point of view).
I don't know how the situation is in Norway, but unless you're able to make enough money to make it worthwhile, you may find receiving money isn't worth the extra trouble or expense relating to tax, insurance, accounting etc. that you may need.
It sounds like you'd like to work with some of the projects they're doing, keeping a good relationship with them obviously helps. You could consider licensing them to use a few images on their website (credited of course) in exchange for their co-operation on a project (that you had already researched).
Depending on the amount of work you already have, you could suggest an exhibition of it in one (or several) of their venues (you'd probably have to finance the printing/mounting yourself). I feel this would promote your work, promote their work and may lead to print sales.
John.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts John! I obviously need to think more about this and research possibilities. Hi Bjørn,
It's great that they like (and want to use) your work, not so great that they can't pay for it (if they're publicly funded, I can kind of understand their point of view).
I don't know how the situation is in Norway, but unless you're able to make enough money to make it worthwhile, you may find receiving money isn't worth the extra trouble or expense relating to tax, insurance, accounting etc. that you may need.
It sounds like you'd like to work with some of the projects they're doing, keeping a good relationship with them obviously helps. You could consider licensing them to use a few images on their website (credited of course) in exchange for their co-operation on a project (that you had already researched).
Depending on the amount of work you already have, you could suggest an exhibition of it in one (or several) of their venues (you'd probably have to finance the printing/mounting yourself). I feel this would promote your work, promote their work and may lead to print sales.
John.
Best regards
Bjørn
Comment by bjolester posted on Selling images - advice needed! at 22/01/2014 - 07:01
SOLD
Comment by bjolester posted on FS: Tokina AT-X 840 AF II at 22/01/2014 - 06:54
Thank you for your advice cabstar, I understand the things you say. I probably will not go for their offer.
My ambition is to find ways to improve as a photographer. I know photographers that have worked with documenting old huts and cabins in the mountains, or small fishing villages that become abandoned. So, some kind of historical documentation project would be very interesting. The organisation I have contacted are involved in things like this, but also other communal and governmental organisations. I need to investigate such possibilities.
Bjørn
My ambition is to find ways to improve as a photographer. I know photographers that have worked with documenting old huts and cabins in the mountains, or small fishing villages that become abandoned. So, some kind of historical documentation project would be very interesting. The organisation I have contacted are involved in things like this, but also other communal and governmental organisations. I need to investigate such possibilities.
Bjørn
Comment by bjolester posted on Selling images - advice needed! at 21/01/2014 - 23:47
Ralph: Thank you for your advice! Well, I do not make any money from photography, it is only a passion. I make my income as a musician and teacher. I do not believe that there is much money in landscape photography, unless one is very very talented and works for a long time to establish oneself. At the same time I would like to have some kind of development within photography, where my images could be used in a "yet to be defined" context. If the organisation I mention in my opening post could pay for my images, that would be a perfect context/niche for me. I need to think about the points you make Ralph.
I enjoy life in Trondheim, I hope you had a good time when you were here!
Regards
Bjørn
PS: The organization I am referring to has about 18.000 members.
I enjoy life in Trondheim, I hope you had a good time when you were here!
Regards
Bjørn
PS: The organization I am referring to has about 18.000 members.
Comment by bjolester posted on Selling images - advice needed! at 21/01/2014 - 17:04
johnriley wrote:
My experience is that doing things for free just generates more people looking for things for free.
That is a very good point John! I need to give this some serious consideration. Having had many years experience as a professional musician within the music business, I know all too well the attitude amongst many people that music is not something one purchases. They do not think of all the work and dedication that lies behind a music production, and why the artist need to get paid for their work. My experience is that doing things for free just generates more people looking for things for free.
Maybe I have found the answer to my query...!
Thank you for your help!
Regards
Bjørn
Comment by bjolester posted on Selling images - advice needed! at 21/01/2014 - 16:42
Thank you for your advice about copyright and contracts David and Ken!
I believe the bottom line in my case is: Is it a good idea to give away photos for free, hoping it might generate some interest, sale or work in the future?
Bjørn
I believe the bottom line in my case is: Is it a good idea to give away photos for free, hoping it might generate some interest, sale or work in the future?
Bjørn
Comment by bjolester posted on Selling images - advice needed! at 21/01/2014 - 16:06
I need some advice about selling images. Recently I contacted a regional branch of the main national outdoor/hiking association (I cannot find a better translation of the Norwegian name), introducing myself as an amateur landscape photographer and linking my image galleries. My intension was that they possibly could be interested in buying some of my images, or maybe they could make use of me somehow as a photographer in the future. They responded quickly and said they liked my work and were interested in using many of my photos, for instance in an annual calendar, a yearbook, their website, etc., but they could not pay me any money. They also pointed out that by giving them images they might use, I would get good PR, and this could also lead to other things, other people becoming interested, and so on.
The regional branch of this organization, of which I am a member, has maybe 5000-10 000 members. The national organization does important work within many areas, also within environmental politics and nature preservation,
What do you think, is this a good idea? What kind of things do I need to keep in mind if I do give them some images (contracts, copyright, etc.)
I am grateful for any advice on this matter.
Bjørn
The regional branch of this organization, of which I am a member, has maybe 5000-10 000 members. The national organization does important work within many areas, also within environmental politics and nature preservation,
What do you think, is this a good idea? What kind of things do I need to keep in mind if I do give them some images (contracts, copyright, etc.)
I am grateful for any advice on this matter.
Bjørn
Comment by bjolester posted on Selling images - advice needed! at 21/01/2014 - 15:17
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Comment by bjolester posted on FS: Tokina AT-X 840 AF II at 20/01/2014 - 22:17
I have one for sale here:
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I have only used this lens on my K20D and K-5, mostly with landscapes and birds. The lens has many merits, but I sadly have to sell mine due to an investment into a filmscanner. You can find more user experience at the "other forum:
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Take contact if you are interested in my lens!
Regards
Bjørn
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I have only used this lens on my K20D and K-5, mostly with landscapes and birds. The lens has many merits, but I sadly have to sell mine due to an investment into a filmscanner. You can find more user experience at the "other forum:
link
Take contact if you are interested in my lens!
Regards
Bjørn
Comment by bjolester posted on Tokina 80 400 and a K3? at 15/01/2014 - 10:39
Next time I'm in Tescos I'm going to ask for their food for free on the basis it might lead to other things and other people.