I’m eighteen as well as formulation upon starting my own photography commercial operation in Washington state. I was wondering if any one could assistance me figure out what I need to do in sequence to begin my commercial operation as well as get the commercial operation licence. I already checked the dept. of licencing website though I do not get it. :p
If we have the commercial operation in Washington State, could we greatfully assistance me out by revelation me what we did?
Thank you!
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Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you’ll inevitably have as well as many you haven’t anticipated yet.
http://www.ppa.com – Professional Photographers of America
http://www.wpja.org/ — Wedding Photojournalist Association
http://www.thempa.com/ — The Master Photographers Association
http://www.nanpa.org/ — North American Nature Photography Association
http://www.nppa.org/ — National Press Photographers Association
Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:
* Photographers Market Guide to Building Your Photography Business: Everything you need to know to run a successful photography business by Vik Orenstein
* Legal Handbook for Photographers: The Rights and Liabilities of Making Images Paperback by Bert P. Krages
* How to Start a Home-Based Photography Business, 4th Paperback by Kenn Oberrecht
* Shooting & Selling Your Photos: The Complete Guide to Making Money With Your Photography by Jim Zuckerman
There are lots of free informational resources out there. Check out these articles:
http://ezinearticles.com/?Start-Your-Own-Photography-Business-from-Home&id=67905 – Start Your Own Photography Business from Home by Roy Barker
http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Not-Start-Your-Own-Photography-Business?&id=206759 – Why Not Start Your Own Photography Business? by Roy Barker
http://ezinearticles.com/?Photography—Breaking-Into-The-Business&id=187120 – Photography – Breaking into the Business by Michael Russell
Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!