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Originally Posted by katsclass
lputnam- I require payment upfront the day of the shoot, but I haven't cashed the check yet b/c she asked me to hold the check til the 15th. I don't spend it til I know people are happy anyways, but just want to make sure they order asap. I won't contact them first.
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Um, How well do you know these people? Is there a chance they could be setting you up? It's just that if they asked you to hold the check in the first place, maybe they had plans to cancel the check or to get you to return it by complaining from the beginning.
If it were me however, I wouldn't have charged for that to begin with. It's obvious that you're still learning, and though you're making great progress, there's a lot of meaning that comes with the word "Professional" , and part of that is knowing how to remove distractions (mom), knowing not only about posing but also knowing if the pose is right for the person, anticipating what the customer will and won't like about each image and so much more. I recommend doing a few more free practice shoots first.
I've been shooting for 10 years but only recently started charging.
That being said, I would offer a free reshoot IF they do call and complain (since this is all hearsay anyway) as well as a free 8x10 or two. Take extra care in the reshoot and give it your best!
