Oh man, I dunno...$5? I think you're shooting too low...Thanks for your reply. Yes, I fully understand your point of view and am setting my expectations accordingly. As per a post early, having something for at least a small amount on the table is not a bad idea. It seems, though, that when ever I say "I'll sell a 5x7 for $5" I seem to get the old "You're underselling and making it hard for the rest of us" replies. For me, $5 5x7's would be treated as a "Loss Leader" - something that I can out and about which could mean potential sales elsewhere.
Cheers
When I started, I offered 5x7's, matted to 8x10, for $25. I also did a "twofer" for $40. That gave me room for bargain hunters asking "what's the best you can do?". I'd offer a single at the twofer price, and pocket the $20. I'd rather make $20 than not make $25...OK, riddle me this.
How much would you charge for a postcard sized print?
I think you need to mat them. A matted 5x7 comes across as an item of value ( art, if you will). A 5x7 in a bag comes across as a postcard, perceived as overpriced at even $5/each.My intent is to have some simple 5x5's/5x7's on RC paper not matted (probably in a plastic slip). I'll take your suggestion on board.
I think your biggest problem is lacking confidence in the value of your work. You're trying to sell an item no one "needs". It's not food, clothing, gas, lodging... People will buy if they sense a perceived value. They can only get that from you. It's in how you present the work, how you talk about it. By matting, you're showing you respect your own work. By describing your process ( both technical and compositional) in a passionate way, they'll see a greater value.BTW, if anyone is willing to help me out on this - point in in a legitimate direction, I am all ears!
Sure, yes, I am not doing it to make a loss. But photography is not a business for me. I have no plans of it being a business (never say never).Why are you doing it if not to make a profit? What's the point?
I always think I can kick out an RC print. I wouldn't say they are the same, but they are close.Ok, I had a look at your flickr page. Yeah, at $5 you're underselling. Nice shots.
I realize those are scans, but I'm assuming you can kick out an rc print to match?
Have you thought about approaching the local auto parts stores - maybe some of them would be willing to let your prints sit near the check out for a cut?
You need to accept credit cards. I use Square for my sales. Low percentage and no monthly fees.
. . . My intent is to have some simple 5x5's/5x7's on RC paper not matted (probably in a plastic slip). . . .
I couldn't agree moreOffering my views, do not sell your work cheep!
Price your work so that the return is fair to you. No one that is your future customer ever wants to purchase a print (or anything) from the artist (craftsman) only to discover that the value has declined. My view is to build the relationship with your future client, then educate your client as to the reasons your photography has value and is priced accordingly.
When you price too low the customer wonders what is wrong with your work / product.
When you do not cover your costs, all you are doing is paying for people to display your prints on their walls.
You may be surprised how great are your included costs. Start keeping track.
Having got on the soap box, good luck, the world needs more good works out there!
Aj
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