FREE, Collaboration and TFP Photo Sessions
What is TFP
TFP stands for Time For Prints (or sometimes Trade For Prints) and refers to a collaborative photoshoot where both the photographer and model (or other involved parties) exchange their time and skills.
Photographer
For the photographer:
- Build your portfolio: Gain experience and showcase your skills by creating high-quality images
- Experiment and refine: Try new techniques, lighting setups, and compositions in a low-risk environment
- Collaborate creatively: Work with other passionate individuals and bounce ideas off each other
Model
For the model:
- Get professional photos: Build your portfolio with stunning images taken by a skilled photographer
- Expand your modeling experience: Work with different photographers and styles, improving your posing and confidence
Ways Around Paying
Ways Around Paying :
- Request and advertiser to pay me for a modeling gig
- Have your significant other or parents buy you a gift
How To Save
- Split a session with friends (see standard sessions)
- Have a portrait party (see standard sessions home or business)
Why No Free
The reason I do not do FREE sessions:
- I have decades of experience and professional equipment
- There are plenty of inexperienced photographers doing free sessions to choose from
- I offer Art Photo Sessions for those who truly want to experience a photo session to improve their portfolio.
- Retainers are mandatory (no exceptions).