Most common print sizes?

RyKindig · Apr 22, 2014

What are the most common print sizes people purchase?

All I can think of are 8x10 and wallets... I'm 19, I have people that want photos and prints but I am not sure how to set up my packages :s (i'm using my age as my excuse for the lack of knowledge on the subject

ShaneF · Apr 22, 2014

this might help

http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/general-shop-talk/173125-common-print-sizes.html

RyKindig · Apr 22, 2014

Thanks a bunch! I think this thread can be closed now.. Something like that should be sticky I would think-very basic question for aspiring photographers wanting to sell photos or even print for framing to put on a wall at home!

ShaneF · Apr 22, 2014

no problem a lot of questions have been answered on this forum. I usually do a search first and then if i cant find what im looking for ill make a post.

tirediron · Apr 22, 2014

I think it depends on your client base. My two biggest selling sizes are 8x10 and 4x6, but my customers are predominately retired, 65+ couples. "Wall art" is very popular in 30-50 age group. FWIW, I am NOT a fan of packages; I find sales are much better with a la carte pricing.

KmH · Apr 22, 2014

+1 on not a fan of packages.

People really like having things customized just for them, and that is a way you can stand apart from other photographers in your market.
"We talk with you and design a custom package for you that contains what you want, not what we assume you want before you step foot in our studio."

tirediron · Apr 22, 2014

KmH said:
..."We talk with you and design a custom package for you that contains what you want, not what we assume you want before you step foot in our studio."

Exactly! I have packages, but they're strictly for show. I've never sold one; they're simply there so that I can give each customer the impression that I'm doing something special just for them. "Package 'X' contains, blah, blah, blah... but I think with that large wall space in your living room that a .... instead of the .... would be much more suitable, and I'll be happy to do that for you at no charge..." The perception of value is HUGE!