The Cost Of My Products

Photography is more than just taking pictures—it’s about capturing moments, emotions, and stories that last a lifetime. As a professional photographer, I bring over 20 years of experience, technical expertise, and an artistic vision that elevates every image.

The Value of Expertise

When you hire a professional, you’re investing in more than just a photo. You’re paying for:

  • Expertise & Skill: My training and experience ensure that every shot is carefully composed, perfectly lit, and technically sound. Whether it’s capturing wildlife in its natural habitat or the unique interplay of light and landscape, I know how to make each moment stand out.

  • Equipment & Preparation: I use top-of-the-line cameras, lenses, and editing software to ensure the highest quality output. But it's not just about the gear; it’s about knowing how to use it to create the perfect shot, under the right conditions. I also spend time planning each shoot—whether it’s waiting for the perfect light, traveling to remote locations, or preparing for unpredictable weather conditions.

 Photographer Equipment Expense + Depreciation

Cameras      Lenses               Photographic Paper                 Printers                          Filters

Lens            Strobes              Auto Expense                            Office Expense               Backup drives    

Tripods        Telephone          Advertising                               Lights         Backdrops

Website       Lab Costs           Memory chips                           Light Stands                   Posing stools

Computers   Auto insurance    Liability Insurance               Equipment Insurance     Printing paper

Vehicle        Maintenance       Gas                                           Vehicle Insurance            Lab costs

Software      Computers         Displays                                    Projectors                      Art Show Cost

License        Income Tax        Sales Tax                                   Repair Costs                   Art Displays

Art Tent       Tent Banners      Tent Weights                             Tent Carpet                    Display Stands

Mats Clear sleeves Art Trailer Software License Assistants 

Website Management: many hours a week        

 How are the photos made?

  • Vehicle: My primary haunts are Moab (Arches National Park), Colorado (Little Bookcliffs Wild Horse Country), the Tetons, and Yellowstone. I spend a tremendous amount of time driving around the local Park City area and to the Uintahs looking for wildlife and landscape subject matter. Local scenes often connect with residents!

  • Food and Hotel expenses afield getting sellable images

  • Download images from the card

  • Backup image to separate hard drives

  • Import into Lightroom

  • Pick winners and losers - Rarely does a photographer get an image so unique it becomes sellable

  • Edit in Post - Correct Highlights, Shadows, Midtones, Clarity, Saturation, Lens corrections, Color Correct

  • Cropping and Sizing for final output

  • Noise Reduction if required

  • Working image for proper resolution for print

  • Upload to the printing machine  

  • Proof Print

  • Adjust as required

  • Print Final Print

  • Sign and Edition 

  • Package

  • Travel to the post office or client

  • Submit fees to enter art shows

  • Pay booth fees (Standard is $200-$300)

  • Load art from home, go to the show, remove bubble wrap, and set up a show

  • Breakdown art show, bubble wrap art, drive home, and unload

  • Man art show booth during art shows

  • Applying to Art shows

  • Continuing education: Training, Seminars, Webinars, Competitions

  • Giving my presentations at the local Photo Club

 

  • Experience: I have been in business for 20+ years.

  •   I am licensed and insured.

  •   I invest in continuous training, resulting in the latest techniques and the best image quality.

  •   I compete against other professionals and have my work examined by Master Judges.

  •   Professional credentials with memberships are as follows

    •   Intermountain Professional Photographers Assn (IPPA) (current Board member)

    •    Professional Photographers of America (PPA)

I desire a customer who prioritizes and wants to invest in quality and customer service. I will make every effort to create a timeless memory that will last a lifetime. I guarantee your satisfaction.