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Kal3ido said:I'm not ripping him off. I do most of my photography for FREE. Especially if I ask you, I've been practicing on my own for a few months and putting Pics on my FB page of what I can do. If you ask me to take pictures of you I will charge you for my effort. It's the same as going to a big name studio and having a newbie take your pictures. Your not going to say he's ripping you off are you? I know my friends and family CC is different from a train vet. But everyone has to start somewhere. I'll post a few pics of when I'm done with the event for CC.
Kal3ido said:Hello!
My name is Sojata and around June I decided that I wanted to do photography. Preferably high fashion shoots. I purchased a Canon Rebel XS Kit. I absolutely know nothing about photography or DSLR. I just point, shoot and I feel I take pretty decent photos
The above quote is exactly why you shouldn't be charging "I just point, shoot and feel I take pretty decent photos".
I'm not trying to discourage you but just because you need money for your hobby doesn't mean you should be charging people. Having a DSLR does not make you a better photographer especially if you are using it as a big point and shoot.
Most photographers will do photoshoots for FREE to build their portfolio and gain experience. And you can say no instead of charging people. You need practice so why not do it for free.
I'm not trying to be a b**** but I wouldn't charge to take a few pictures at a baby shower especially when I need all the experience I can get.