The difference between professional and a wanna be...

I came across this quote in one of my photography magazines and I thought this was rather relevant. Before you hire a photographer, look at their work. Does it all look consistent? Some people may say they are professionals, but does all their work say so?

"If the average consumer were more knowledgeable about the cost of doing business they'd understand why we must charge what we charge. A pro offers guaranteed results, while the 'weekend warrior' gets lucky, and that luck is what they use as an example of their work. Then clients think they will get the 'lucky' results as well. So do you place your money on luck or a sure thing? Most people want the sure thing, but only want to pay for a chance at luck." - Vonda Hussey, Photography by Vonda, Dallas, TX

I noticed when we were planning on opening our studio in 2006, there were only a couple of photographers that served this area, and very reputable ones at that. I knew that I could not compete with them, as they have served this area for years. I just wanted to offer something different. Within a couple of months of our planned opening, studios just popped up everywhere! I'll admit I was scared. But the fact is, my work speaks for itself. Same as the work of those who have served this area long before I came along. Please be careful when hiring a photographer. Are you going to get what you see advertised on a website?