10/02/2012

How To Become A Freelance Interior Design Photographer

By Kathrine Lasseter


The career to become a freelance interior design photographer opens one to a completely new world where every day is unique in itself. The services of this type of professional are always in high demand especially by real estate agents and publication that need good shots. It is a career that can see you traverse from one exotic location to another depending on how good you are with the camera.

A portfolio is probably one of the most important tools that a freelancer needs. It provides the perfect opportunity for you to show your clients just what you can do with a camera in your hands. With a portfolio ready you should consider going into resort photography as the demand for such photos are on high demand especially from publications both print and online.

The publications are not the only consumers of this service though you can look to build your career as an architectural photographer, which will increase your client base to real estate agents. They particularly need the photos because as it goes a picture is worth a thousand words. Online and printed magazines have an insatiable appetite for these photos as well.

When it comes to charging you should take into consideration your initial costs as well as the intended use for the photos. Some photographers are able to easily rake in thousands from one marketing campaign done for a company. It is best to consult with others for a general feel of what you should charge your clients for the valuable service you offer.

As a freelancer, you will be expected to produce work that meets your clients' needs and expectations. You also have to use props as well as natural sights to create photos that are pleasing to the eye. The main intention of your photos is to create a curiosity in the viewers who will then want to know more about the sites.

With a decent camera and a couple of lenses, you are just about to go. As you begin, your major selling point is the natural talent you have and this is what you should exploit to the maximum. You will also need a good personal computer with which to edit photos or enhance them even further.

Every interior design photographer is expected to be very keen especially when it comes to small details as they make a whole difference in the outcome produced. It would be an advantage if you learnt how to play around with light and angle shots for interesting pictures. All past projects can be placed on display on your own blog or website, which you will use as your online portfolio.




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