Thinking of hiring a photographer? But think that it is just too expensive. Here is a list of what you are actually paying for:
- Someone who can create images that will meet your requirement
- Camera equipment
- Lighting equipment
- Computer equipment
- Image editing software
- Hundreds of hours of education and training required to operate all of the above effectively
- Planning for your session
- Finding the perfect location / researching locations (which ones might have fees associated)
- Data storage and back-ups
- Studio space or location fees
- Transportation costs
- Promotion and website costs
- Telephone and internet services
- Income and sales tax
- Business insurance
- A living wage so the photographer can pay for food, housing, and all other living expenses
Still think that hiring a professional photographer is expensive?