Photography Services
• Photography - This would be priced as an hourly rate. The demographics of each area are different and pricing will be different. Many photographers' organizations (such as ASMP) have pricing guidelines for different regions. Calling other local studios and finding out what they charge is also a good idea. This will also let you know what the competition is charging. Some photographers charge a set fee for an event, but this can get tricky if the event runs long. Many times events are delayed or have unexpected special guests that make the event longer than originally expected. The key is to choose a pricing method that will cover actual photography shooting time.
• Travel - This is another area where photographers have a wide range of pricing. The general rule is to charge a percentage (over half) of your hourly rate for travel. Some photographers price travel as regular time and charge the same rate for travel and photography