What does it take to become a professional photographer?
Question : What does it take to become a professional photographer?
What does it take to become a professional photographer?And, from the sampling of photos at this link, do you think I could become one? The six displayed photos are mine, and the next three links under the display. You take ‘em you die, I have ways of knowing these things. Just sayin’. <><
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http://www.thecuteproject.com/cutizens/2kittygirl/
professional photographer
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Answer by fhotoace
A lot of education, experience and equipment. In order to be able to supply your clients with the images they need you will have to be well versed in cameras from view to digital.
Then you have to learn the business of marketing your work, handling clients and running a small business.
The images you presented us show you have good control over the camera you are using. Making an living shooting “nature” is pretty iffy.
Look at George Lepps site to see what a “nature” photographer can do.
Here is a link to what some successful photographers are doing now.
The top 3 ways to make a living at it are:
Photojournalism — 4 year degree
Wedding — apprentice with an established shooter
Commercial — same as above
If you are set on nature shots, go to your local bookstore (or Am***n) and get a copy of “Photographer’s Market”, which is the bible of freelance photography.
Good luck.