If you’re a photographer, you likely have a passion for what you do. Anyone can push a button on a camera, but to be able to capture a personality or a moment is a gift. Who wouldn’t love to get paid for their passion in life? Photography, like many artistic mediums, is a cluttered field professionally. Many people dream of doing something that they consider fun and making a living at the same time. Becoming a freelance photographer is unfortunately not as simple as declaring what you want to be when you grow up. It’s not even something that is a guarantee if you receive extensive education on the skill of taking pictures. Dallas photographer, Doug Davis, has been able to combine the joy of photography with a lucrative business. Today’s blog will highlight what it takes to be a freelance photographer.
What is Freelance Photography?
Freelance photography is a profession based in contracts with clients. This is not a 9 to 5 job, nor will you ever be punching a clock. You will, however, work hard, even if you have a more sporadic schedule. When you work anything freelance, it can be feast or famine. You may have stretches where you wonder if you’ll ever get a contract again, and then there are times when you are juggling multiple projects for different clients. Fortunately, if you are able to do good, timely, reliable work, word-of-mouth from satisfied customers will ensure that contracts will start to flow on a more steady basis with your diligent efforts.
The Truth Behind the Scenes
If you want to become a freelance photographer, you should go into the goal with a realistic mind set. As much as you love the creative process of taking, editing, and producing amazing images, most freelancers find that the majority of their time will be spent doing other things to keep their business running. Marketing, social media, consulting with clients, making estimates for projects, invoicing, and paying bills are some of the aspects of being a freelance photographer that can sometimes be monotonous or overwhelming. Fortunately, developing relationships with your clients and subjects is a huge part of freelance photography, and can be among the most rewarding aspects.
Contact Your Dallas Freelance Photographer
Do you have needs for a freelance photographer? We can help. D-Squared Studios is located at 4312 Elm Street, Dallas, Texas 75226. You can reach our office by calling (214)746-6336, or email doug.davis@d2studios.net. We will be happy to consult with you regarding any of your commercial photography needs.