Ontario Photography Niche - Looking locally could earn you big money!

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.

How Do I Support Local B.C. Photographers?

There is a valuable resource available to photographers, it is a website titled Creative Ontario. The site is a community in the niche geographical region of British Columbia. For free one can post their photos, along with a profile or link to their respective website. The site essentially takes the hardest part of running any website, that is generating traffic. As a resident of BC I have taken some time to check out the site and believe it to be an invaluable resource. I almost feel foolish for wasting time trying to submit my portfolio to those stock photo websites. I feel good not only knowing people will see my work, but also being involved in such a community. Giving and receiving constructive criticism is something I relish.