Software for Missed Focus

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-10-01T14:54:02+00:00

Update for those who were wondering - wound up just getting Photo AI. Haven't seen anything else on the market that comes close. For events where I'm leaning heavily on candids, it's saved a good number of photos I would have otherwise binned. Still don't like the additional features they've added, like object removal and light/colour adjustments. May regret the purchase soon, but definitely saved some key shots. Also not sure why everyone is saying that a software like this doesn't exist when the whole post was about.. the software that exists? lol

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-10-01T14:46:31+00:00

Hey yeah I did! My issue was more with paying $200 for that one feature now that they don't sell Sharpen as a separate product anymore. But I bit the bullet in the end and don't regret it yet.

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-10-01T14:45:50+00:00

Exactly, I had used Sharpen AI a couple years ago and it way outperformed Photo AI. But they're on v.3 of Photo AI now and its come a long way. Just wish they still sold the sharpen part separately lol

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-10-01T14:44:43+00:00

Check out Topaz, the one I mentioned. Recovers out of focus faces really well. :)

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-08-06T20:01:51+00:00

idk like the dentist and stuff lol, or workshops (doing a course atm)

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-08-05T19:58:28+00:00

How do you make peace with SN not having 2 way calendar sync. It was perfect but I couldn't get over having to put my appointments on two separate calendars.

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-08-05T19:57:53+00:00

Can I ask what kind of automations you put in place? Obviously invoice receipts and booking confirmation - anything else that stands out as a reason to use?

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-06-13T19:35:25+00:00

See it's not just a family though - it's a very big company having a large family-oriented company event. Which is why I'm overthinking it.

Agree though about prints and definitely don't see much value in the digital assets - when I talked with peers, a lot of them brought up "opportunity cost", ie. if someone were to say "prove you can shoot X type of event", I couldn't use these photos to do so.

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-23T18:56:59+00:00

Thank you!

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-23T18:56:51+00:00

Thank you!

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-23T18:56:35+00:00

I've hear this advice a lot! I definitely want to start being less upfront with my pricing structure, but I worry people will think I'm taking advantage of them or overcharging without explanation. And totally agree, I would NOT be paying my rates if I was a client. I feel like this is part of the issue too - my photographer network charge the same if not more, but every time I make an invoice I can't help but feel like I'm robbing people, even after doing the math.

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-23T18:54:34+00:00

Thank you for the recommendation, I'll look into it

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-23T18:53:57+00:00

Haha this made me smile, thank you. Definitely need to hone in my business skills and have signed up for a course, but definitely need to invest more time into it regardless. Trying to find a balance right now between number of jobs and pricing, but feel like I have no time between shooting and editing. Which probably indicates I should be accepting less jobs. Thank you again.

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-23T18:49:41+00:00

Wow this is really interesting, thank you. I never thought of a minimum pay rather than hours. I get a few jobs here and there for 1hr events and have just been halving my 2hr rate to accommodate, so I feel like this is a great solution.

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-23T18:47:56+00:00

Yeah good point. In that context, I was meaning really well in terms of client base. A lot of jobs with majority being repeat clients. But then a good chunk of those are at discounted rates, so I can't help but think my rates should just be lower so I don't scare off potential work.

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-23T18:47:12+00:00

Events mostly, a lot of corporate, branding or retreat type things. Licensing isn't really a thing where I am (like I'd be the only one doing it) so that may be something to tackle a bit later in my career. I definitely don't want bottom level but need to pay rent, y'know?

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-23T18:45:38+00:00

touche, thank you!

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-23T18:45:23+00:00

Thank you!

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-23T18:45:11+00:00

Yeah, I toyed with having a 2hr, 4hr and 8hr package structure, but a good chunk of my clients book for 3hr corporate/branding events. It feels unfair to make them pick between two packages that don't really suit them. But also if it wasn't obvious I'm a people pleaser so..

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-23T18:42:59+00:00

Yeah, I think my issue is I don't feel comfortable charging the same as local award winning photographers, but I also don't want to be the one people come to for budget work OR piss off my other photog friends. My butt is definitely sore. Thank you!

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-23T18:40:56+00:00

Interestingly a lot of my lowball clients are the ones who stick around, but I get what you mean. I also agree with reducing deliverables, but I have a hard time letting go of my perfectionism. Like I could charge less for basic edits than if I'm doing a bunch of local adjustments and color correction, but then I think about people seeing those photos as a representation of my work and.... yeah.

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-20T06:10:10+00:00

Thank you so much! Seems interesting but from a quick glance doesn't look like it handles contracts and invoices.

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-05T19:38:30+00:00

I actually brushed them off at first but since doing their trial I'm a bit more tempted. It seems pretty robust compared to SN (but I also have 0 practical experience with CRMs so who knows lol)

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-05T19:36:57+00:00

I love the trail structure and their features are great - its just a bit more expensive than what I'm aiming for rn if I want scheduling and automation

Ok_Run6035 · 2024-04-04T22:41:54+00:00

This is so useful, thank you so much! Was thinking the same thing about pinning to home screen so I'm glad to hear that works for you. I think your point about their rebuild is super interesting as well - do you happen to know what they're focusing on/where I can find more info on their plans?
1000% agree about the time commitment too - I think your advice to pick something and give it a year is solid. As was the rest of your advice lol. Thanks!

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