I ran into this exact conundrum for the zillionth time yesterday and you’re totally right, it usually feels like a huge space for a lose-lose transaction.
i don’t list my rates because my work can usually vary depending on the type of request, whether it’s e-commerce flat lay on white or a fully propped and stylized lifestyle shoot, i try to charge honestly depending on the difficulty and time spent on the project.
that being said, as someone working in a smaller market, it’s SUPER common for our work to be constantly undervalued. half of what someone might charge in New York for a day rate is still considered too high, even for a 100 image shoot with models and prop/food styling.
My thinking was more around artwork as opposed to rates for shoots and such. That is a topic I've been thinking about a ton and am actually building a tool for...stay tuned! : )
That's actually a really great idea to list prices for art. It would be shown on any other website that sells a product. Think I might try it.
I love it - keep me posted! Would love to know how it goes! : )
I ran into this exact conundrum for the zillionth time yesterday and you’re totally right, it usually feels like a huge space for a lose-lose transaction.
i don’t list my rates because my work can usually vary depending on the type of request, whether it’s e-commerce flat lay on white or a fully propped and stylized lifestyle shoot, i try to charge honestly depending on the difficulty and time spent on the project.
that being said, as someone working in a smaller market, it’s SUPER common for our work to be constantly undervalued. half of what someone might charge in New York for a day rate is still considered too high, even for a 100 image shoot with models and prop/food styling.
who knows what the best solution is…. 🥲
Ah yes, this is super tricky, too!
My thinking was more around artwork as opposed to rates for shoots and such. That is a topic I've been thinking about a ton and am actually building a tool for...stay tuned! : )