Support Your Local Ontario Photographer - Benefits you may not have thought of

There is something about the art of photography that draws people in. It is a very popular activity whither it is done as a hobby or made into a career. There is one unfortunate truth that you will be more than aware of if you have ever tried to promote your photography, (and attempted to make a buck). It quickly becomes apparent that getting "out there" is easier said than done. With over 350 million results on Google even the best SEO won't get your personal photography page much notice. Now you must surely be wondering how Joe photographer from British Columbia is going to make even one sale. In this article I want to show you exactly you can support your local photographer, or alternately showcase your work, and start generating some sales, best of all this is both easy, and free! Why Support Local Photographers?

Easy! Because just like local small businesses the community thrives, and relies on local support. So that there is no confusion by support I am referring to anything from providing feedback, criticism, promotion, to patronage. A local photographer may also share a certain style or theme to match tastes in this regional niche. By supporting a local photographer you are strengthening the community, and local economy by keeping your dollars at home.

Why Do Local Photographers Need my Support?

For the average photographer who is starting out your options will be limited. One choice for them is to sell their photos to stock databases. There is a lot of competition here, and the payout is typically very poor once the middle man takes their cut. My suggestion is that the photographer creates their own personal on line portfolio, and markets their product in whichever way they feel comfortable. However as mentioned above fending for ones self on the Internet can be challenging with so much competition. Advertising is possible, but costly, and at the end of the day may barely leave the photographer breaking even.