What do you think of my photography?

[Mrs.Pooboo]

Do you think my photography is good enough to start my own business?
I have tons of people about 2 a day want pictures charging $85 each. But im scared to actually take the step and actually start a studio. What do you think. If you have a facebook, search 'Johnna Watkins Photography', if you don't have facebook, you can go to my Flickr, i don't have as many photos on that though.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/jwphotography1/

[Ash!]

Really Really good

[bluespeedbird]

I do like your shots which are very natural looking in many... but I sometimes think you overdo the post processing. Saying that, editing is very subjective and what you may like, I might not... But I still think you could rein it in a little.

My way of thinking is: Carry out the post processing, have a cup of tea or do something else for a few minutes, then come back to the edit, and back it off until the edit looks more natural. I always overdo it first time round, almost deliberately. Winding it in brings a natural feel back to the image.

[886]

Sorry, but no way. Your work needs much improvement before you start a business.
You need to learn simple things like focusing, proper editing, and exposure.
Honestly, your pictures are boring. They aren't anything extraordinary... nothing really caught my eye.
It seems as if you have a fairly nice camera, which is good if you want to improve. But just because you have a fancy camera doesn't make you a photographer.
You seem to have potenial, just challenge yourself more.
Best of luck.

[Winter Star]

I think your off to a good start but still need some improvements.
Your exposure seems to be off in some pictures. When you are shooting outdoors watch out for shadows and direct sunlight. Maybe invest in a reflector to help fill in the shadows. If you're working by yourself with no assistant a stand for the reflector will help.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/52...r_and.html
You can also use a fill flash as well but reflectors are cheaper to start off with.
You have every right to be scared it's a lot of work to have your own business and keep it in the black. I think you should hold off on the studio and maybe make a spare room in your home into a studio. It's great that you are getting clients right now, but I think you still need to improve more til you can successfully start a studio.

You only need a model release when you are going to be selling the pictures to a company for an ad, you do not need one to post them in your portfolio. Do you have your clients sign contracts? If not there is a book on contracts by Tad Crawford. Or you can find some online as well.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1581156...F8TQ1G5CF5
Your contract should mention that you own the rights to these and that you are able to use the pictures in your portfolio.
EXAMPLE
"The Photographer shall own the copyright in all images created and shall have the exclusive right to use the images and make reproductions for promotional or advertising material or for use on the Photographer’s website(s)."

Tip: In your facebook wall advertisement you say you offer wedding services but you have no wedding portfolio to show? If you have not had some experience in weddings I say take it off till you do have the experience. Wedding photography is a huge thing and can't be redone like an engagement shoot. Try looking into wedding workshops in your area. They cost a lot of money but it will help give you practice, tips and some shots to put in your portfolio. I also suggest redoing the ad because the pictures are not aligned properly and it just looks bad.

You still have some learning to do, keep practicing and learn from your mistakes. Look for inspiration from other photographers and see what they do different from you and learn how you can improve. Keep working on getting your business together and working on a website possibly. Maybe take a business class specifically for photography so when you're ready to start you'll have the information. This will cost a lot of money but if you keep improving and keep your clients happy, you can earn that money back.

[ricomon]

i think they are pretty good.

[Darcie H]

youre good you should try nature photography sometime

please answer mine
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;...848AAW4JWi