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You will also notice that although they are advertising their services...VERY very few of those listen on sites such as kijiji have registered businesses and of course...odds are a lack of proper insurance.
I was just looking at some photographers works on KIJIJI and man there are some real bad photographers out there. I understand i have a lot to learn and for me it's just a hobby but damn. It's true what everyone has been saying about anyone who owns a camera thinking they are a photographer. Even better are the ones claiming to be the cheapest in town, well no wonder. Those of you doing this for a living do you find that these "photographers" help or hurt your business. I would think that anyone knowing anything would expect to pay good money for a good photographer.
You will also notice that although they are advertising their services...VERY very few of those listen on sites such as kijiji have registered businesses and of course...odds are a lack of proper insurance.
RE: Thread #205385
"even I think this thread was low" - ingress
The people looking on Kijiji for photographers are not my target market. They are looking for the best deal. And that's fine
http://www.lighting-essentials.com/p...-of-a-problem/
Last edited by SheOfManyChildren; 01-29-2010 at 02:35 PM.
i know of a few ppl who hired someone off there and i know they love thre pics but my gawd there awful on soo many levels... im not a professional either but wow
What's that expression again? Oh yeah.. You get what you pay for... The very VERY few things I've done were done for free.. lol
Even doing photography myself as a hobby, I wouldn't hesitate to pay someone good money for good product. I highly doubt many people shop for photographers on Kijiji anyways. Unless they want something really cheap/under the table. Which again.. they will get what they pay for. Someone will show up with their nice new Coolpix camera and capture your important memories on it. Well at least you saved money..
Originally Posted by A~Photography
It doesn't matter that you think they are awful though. If people pay for a product and are happy with what they get, for what they paid.......that's the best end result.
There is a market and a place for everyone. I don't have a problem with the crappy photographers charging ridiculously low prices. Fill your boots, you won't be "in business" for long.
The "cheapest photographer in town" (and I saw that ad last week!) isn't stealing my clients.
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You don't have to be registered provincially/federally if the annual revenue is below a certain threshold ($30,000 for GST/HST), although having a BN makes good business sense.
our situation is a little different here on the island. back in NS it was fine if you were under 30k, but we need to remit pst on every stitch of income here.
Last edited by nb132; 01-29-2010 at 06:06 PM.
"I got love for da big booty bitches " PDizzle-2010
If by "not that long ago" you mean more than 6 months....yes. Not for clients though....for Senior spokesmodels.
And before that casting calls......where people don't pay anything. And before that yes, when I was starting out, and didn't know any better.
Regardless, none of that has any bearing on my previous statement. Was there a point you were trying to make?
Last edited by SheOfManyChildren; 02-23-2010 at 04:41 PM.
You do have to register as a business to operate as anything other than your own name (First and Last)......but you are correct that you don't have to have a tax id # under $30,000...although you can if you want.
no point, just asking.
So if your business is tanya shields you dont have to register it but if you make it tanya shields photography you do?
Last edited by chef21; 01-29-2010 at 04:21 PM.
Ive heard that and was wondering if it was true..
and as for your other post oh i agree if people are happy GREAT.. and your right there's plenty of room in the market for many photographers.. i am blown away by how many people are charging like $80-$100 for a session and come with a point and shoot camerabut your right there's many different markets and as long as everyone can afford some type of photographer to cherish there life's important moments then that is the main thing
Correct.
I can/could have business cards that say :
first name last name
etc etc etc
and not be registered......but to work/advertise as blah blah Photography....Tanya"s Pictures, Images by Tanya....etc etc....you need to be registered.
Last edited by SheOfManyChildren; 02-23-2010 at 04:48 PM.
ohh i didnt know that so you cant add on photography etc and not be registered?
Joey Lawrence was shooting commercially with a P&S...many wedding photogs use a P&S for macro work, etc........again, it's not the gear. It's the quality of work.
Correct. http://www.gov.ns.ca/snsmr/paal/rjs/paal262.asp
From the Registry site:
"Note: It is legal to carry on business in Nova Scotia without getting this Registration provided that you use only your own personal name in your business dealings. (For example, Alice does catering but uses only her own personal name -- Alice Doe -- on all business cards, documents, forms, cheques, ads, etc. and does not use a name like "Alice's Catering Service" or "Hantsport Caterers")"
Last edited by SheOfManyChildren; 01-29-2010 at 04:31 PM.
really? i know its the quality maybe if it was a HIGH end p&s im talking like kodak etc
It had 1.3 megapixels......not thirteen...... one point three.
IS THIS A REAL AD?!?!?!?!?
Hi there! My name is Samantha and I've just got a brand new camera for Christmas but haven't even taken it out of the box. I really want to get into the wedding photography business because I see so many people in Nova Scotia are getting married and it looks like easy money. I can't guarantee that even one photo will turn out looking good but I sure will try. Some pictures will be used for my portfolio and my future website. I start booking appointments this week! I am now booking for Spring and Summer of 2010.
I specialize in all types of Lifestyle photography including:
Weddings – You'll have to pay $15 for gas money outside of Halifax
Bridals
Engagements
Families
Children
Portraiture
Fashion
My style is classy, elegant and artistic. I would be honored to be part of your special occasion or photography needs considering I have no professional experience. I would love to capture those beautiful moments for you and your family.
I have so much passion for being a pro wedding photographer! All my friends and family tell me I take great pictures at all our outings and picnics. I'm putting together a web site of all the flower pictures and sunsets I've taken so you can see how good I am. I even have a few pics of my pet dog which turned out really great!
But I don't have a business license, liability insurance, flashes, extra batteries, or even more than a kit lens that came in the box. If something goes wrong, you're out of luck. To keep things cheap for you, I won't even back up any of your images. Less cost for me means less cost for you. Just passing the savings on. I expect to be paid in cash or personal check because I don't plan on claiming this income on my taxes.
I know many fun and beautiful locations. I really care about making brides look beautiful! I add glow and selective color to all of my images, giving them the best look possible. No need to hassle with computer programs.
Bridals and Engagements are only $100. Please trust me to do your wedding. I'll do it cheap just to build up my portfolio. I will only charge you $250 for your entire wedding day. This is a deal. My camera cost me $700 brand new. All sessions include a Hi Resolution CD with FULL copy right release included, which means you get to print your pictures at Wal-Mart! Here's the BEST Part! I offer 100% guarantee on ALL my sessions! Don't pay a cent until you are 100% happy with your pictures!
I own a camera therefore I can take photos like the pros, who charge alot more. Most brides in Utah spend $2,500 on professional wedding photography. Since I have no experience I'll only be charging $250 (90% off regular wedding photography prices) to shoot full day wedding coverage.
Think about it: Pros charge alot of money because they have alot of expenses. I don't.
Pros have:
-a business license
- multiple cameras
-thousands of dollars in lenses and flashes
-hard drives to back up the images
-insurance
-experience
-people skills
-color calibrated monitors
-professional print labs
-professional albums
-real advertising/ not kijiji
I have none of this stuff so we'll keep it cheap, just for you!
E-mail me if you want to set an appointment or if you have any questions, I will gladly respond.
I am commenting more on those who operated their "business" under a certain "business" name and are not registered with the province...on the Island if you make $1 in revenue you need to remit the PST on that sale.
RE: Thread #205385
"even I think this thread was low" - ingress
Real sarcastic, yes.
it is the same here on the Island as well...but when scanning Kijiji and used pei you can see that there are many who operate under "images by XXXX", "XXXX Photography", "Photos by XXXX"...etc.
RE: Thread #205385
"even I think this thread was low" - ingress
Exactly. To be honest, I did too before I knew I wasn't supposed to!
I think we all did. But some advertise "shooting weddings for XX years" and have yet to register at all lol.
RE: Thread #205385
"even I think this thread was low" - ingress
Agree.
If you have a new camera.. and haven't taken it out of the box.. how can you "specialize" in anything.. ?
It is a FAKE ad.
It had 1.3 megapixels......not thirteen...... one point three.
wow
correct. anything other than just your name needs to be registered. it's cheap and a relatively painless process.
"I got love for da big booty bitches " PDizzle-2010
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