Thanks to those who have chimed in. Thinking more on this...
I guess the desire/expectation and availability of
freebies goes beyond photography. Interesting reading.
But my own experiences vary from 'donating' images for
educational purposes to actually getting paid for images
in books or interpretive panels etc. Or sometimes there
might be a trade/barter arrangement. All good.
I've been thinking about the value of photos in society.
A world without imagery would be a pretty dull place not
to mention affecting an organization’s ability to market
themselves, a great bearing on advertising and sales,
education, conservation, news reporting, memories,
recording history and events.
Imagine if all photographers giving away freebies
suddenly exclaimed "fair suck of the sav" and
put a stop to certain things, could be interesting.
Take photo competitions as an example. Some terms and
conditions are unbelievable. Some competitions seem to
be a front for an "image grab" - to stockpile eyecandy to
promote their own business/market their products/generate
traffic/income or even distribute or onsell to others!
And really why can’t photographers stand up and be counted
amongst other people who get compensated somewhat for their
time/effort/product? Office workers, builders, rangers,
graphic designers, editors or publishers, retailers,
hobbyists, craft makers, printing firms.
Is a photographer’s time/product worth less?
(my apologies if the formatting is a little strange!)
--- On Fri, 7/20/12, Cheryl Ridge <> wrote:
> From: Cheryl Ridge <>
> Subject: What value a photo?
> To:
> Date: Friday, July 20, 2012, 11:53 AM
> Hi folks
>
> It can feel nice to help a project out,
> especially if it is for a "good cause"
> and seeing one's name in print (credit line)
> can be a buzz.
>
> But is there a general expectation that bird
> and nature images should just be supplied
> freely to whoever asks?
>
> There will always be those who cheerfully
> give their images away because they see
> themselves as JUST an amateur or it is
> JUST a hobby for them.
>
> Bird and nature photography is a hobby for
> me yet I do find myself thinking more about
> the 'value' of an image and now take a step
> back before sending off a high resolution
> image to someone.
>
> First I will try to establish if they
> are seeking donations/freebies, their
> intended audience and what they plan
> to do with the finished product. Based
> on their response I decide if I can
> help them.
>
> If necessary I take the opportunity to
> mention that photographers have their
> own expenses, time and skills associated
> with the image not to mention things like
> petrol/accom costs, photography permits
> in some cases, wear and tear on equipment
> even insurance.
>
> I am hoping other bird/nature photographers
> might be willing to share their experiences or
> thoughts with regard to giving away images.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Cheryl Ridge
>
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