BenPark Studios

Why is good photography expensive?

I read this quick blog entry from Jon Acuff and I truly appreciate what he wrote...Plus the pictures at the end were hilarious! Here's what he wrote:

"If you’ve ever worked with a good photographer, then you’ve learned that good photography is expensive. 

Why is it? 

Because good photography is not easy.

The photographer might make it look so. They might not seem stressed or even like they are having fun, but don’t confuse expertise with ease. They are not the same thing. 

And the truth is, bad photography is more expensive than good photography. 

Bad photography wastes time, money and memories. Whether you’re getting pictures of your baby or your wedding, imagine the cost of trying to do that again if you don’t like the photos. You might be able to have another perfectly peaceful moment with your baby but no one in the history of mankind has spent money redoing their wedding because their photography was lame. 

Good stuff is expensive. 

It should be. This principle applies to web design, writing, and almost every other field or industry on the planet. 

If you don’t believe me, go take your own photos first."

(The top photo is from Jennifer Lea Photography and the second is from Corinne McCombs Photography a few years before she became a photographer!)

Now, I like to look at myself as reasonable, because I completely understand that there are people who are on a super tight budget! But come on people...this is my ONLY job...I gots-ta make a living too! So, sorry guys. No more freebies from this chica! We can do a fair exchange of services...I'll accept that, but it has to be legit. 

Here's a link to my website, BenPark Studios. I'm still currently updating it! But you can still have a look-see

Click these links to see more examples of bad photography and good photography (the second link also has some tips for lifestyle photographers)