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Hello everyone!

I've been interested in photography for quite a few years, been a bit of a camera junkie in the past, owning all sorts, but have settled on Canon now. Currently have the 5DII, and had the 5D before it.

I've had my photos up on microstock sites for a few years, started by submitting to all of them, but then went exclusive with iStockphoto several years ago. To be honest I've not got that many photos on there, as I've always been busy with other stuff, but it makes me a nice part time income every month.

Things have changed quite a bit though, and I'm now thinking of doing photography full time. We have no room at home to do any photography, so I'm thinking of setting up a shop/studio and spending some time increasing my istock portfolio enough to pay the bills, then opening up for portraits, commercial work, etc.

I've been reading through some of the threads on here since I found the forum a couple of days ago, and there's a wealth of information here that has already helped me in terms of getting some better ideas for a business plan. So, thanks to all those who share their knowledge so generously.

I'm sure that there are plenty on here who are far more qualified to offer advice than me, however, if I can reciprocate in any way, I'm only too happy to help!

I'm not sure if I can post a link to my iStock portfolio on here, but if you would like to see it, please let me know. Unfortunately it's the only place online that I have my photos, but looking at setting a website up in the next few weeks.

Melanie
 
Hi Melanie, and welcome to the forum from another North East member. I don't think you will be able to post a link to your stock portfolio if the images are priced, admin/mods would advise you better on that. however if it is to share your photos with others on here to enjoy yes and please do:)
 
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Hi Mal, thanks for the welcome! I'm down in Washington at the moment, but if the studio comes off will probably be moving down to Co Durham.

I haven't been here very long, I used to live and work in London but moved up here to be with my partner. He's pretty keen on photography too, and I'm hoping that between us we could set something up that would eventually support us both.

As for my istockphoto portfolio, I'd best not post a link here, however, if anyone is interested in seeing it simply go to the site and put '/meldayus' immediately after the .com The link to the portfolio is then on the right hand side.
 
Hi Melanie,
You have certainly come to the right place for advice and support from likeminded people. I joined back end of last year, but don't get as much time as I would like to to catch up! However, everyone is really friendly and the advice that people have I have found invaluable!!! Happy photograhing!! xxx
 
Hi Pete and Kate, yes I'm picking up lots of information and stuff to think about.

Thanks very much Dave!
 
Hello everyone i m new in this forums... i m just join this forums today..i m here to talk about photo to painting....once again hello to all of u...
 
Hello again everyone, thanks for the friendly welcome! To those in the NE, are there ever any get-togethers around here?
 
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