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Message:: [QUOTE="BooksB4Coins, post: 3091720, member: 36230"]Have you noticed how many self-claimed "professional coin photographers" there are today? Second to self-crowned "dealers" this is arguably the most common "business venture" both for those involved in this hobby as well as those just entering into it. Some guys do truly good work while others not so much, but the greater point is that you've lots of options, especially if not looking to address extreme rarities and/or coins that cost as much or more than the average house. Aside from coins, just think of how many people buy a "big" camera and then deem themselves "professional photographers". I use Facebook on the down low and only and only to follow one thing, but I regularly see people without a drop of talent, skill, or ability claiming the "pro" label and/or offering their services. If familiar with the cost of hiring a professional 20-30 years ago compared to rates charged by those claiming such today, you'll understand my little digression here. Digital photography has in many ways changed the landscape (so to speak) and is particularly true in the area you're interested in. Not only is the subject matter generally very common, but there's tons of perfectly capable individuals photographing it. The point here is that it's not like you're in need of the absolute perfect highest quality shot of a certain landscape only available at a certain time of year and requires months of planning or hiking 30 miles through hell in order to achieve. Quality coin images in many respects are a dime a dozen, and many capable folks will be happy simply receiving credit for their work. The problem is finding them, but if there's a will there's also a way.[/QUOTE]

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