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Originally Posted by latinasojourn
there are many venues to sell scenic photography if what you do is unique and very high quality.
galleries, consignment deals with galleries, art fairs, wholesaling to custom frame shops, event vanity photography, etc. etc. etc
but your work must be original, unique, and superb to make any serious money.
the easy part is running around with high rez equip and capturing mother nature when the light is just right.
the tricky part is selling it.
and raw talent ain't enough---90% of your talent must be in marketing.
clue: ansel adams was mostly a pauper when he was alive.
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I agree in certain aspects. But I wouldn't agree that the easy part is "running around capturing mother nature...". That somewhat belittles the entire process. Sure, any idiot can run around and capture a few lucky shots, but it takes a lot of work, stamina and experience to do it consistently. You don't just pack your dlsr and wander around waiting for the 'blue hour' to light something scenic. Someone's likely been there/done that several times ahead of you.
I quite agree that marketing is a very large aspect of being successfully profitable, though. As well, marketing can also cost a fair bit of coin and time...even if you're promotionally savvy. Sometimes luck can also play a factor. Being in the right place at the right time - meeting up with the right person with contacts, etc. Having your work exposed to someone who's in a position to provide further help and assistance.