If you're producing quality work, and it appears as if you are, then you can charge. My brother started charging in his early years of college. He went super cheap to attract people but still be able to make a bit of side money. As he got more and more cheap jobs, he built his portfolio and resume. He did some cheap weddings that turned out fantastic then word of mouth spread and he got job after job. Supply and demand being what it is, he gradually raised his prices. He'll graduate this year and immediately be a full time photographer doing weddings, portraits, aerial, commercial, and more. SO, use that example for what it is and good luck!
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My brother is a professional photographer and he inspired me to get into this as a hobby. I love it!
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