As someone who would actually like to sell her work at some point in time (so far with very little success), I'm interested in how others price their photographs and whether they choose to make editions or not.
On Saturday I went to see Thomas Dodd's work at the Granite Room during FLUX. I really enjoy his images (maybe because he uses some similar techniques to mine in blending). They have the kind of surreal, dreamy quality that I enjoy.
I was shocked by the prices he had for the framed prints on the wall. They were about 16x20 prints and were priced between $110-$95. ???? Why so low? Is this what he normally sells them for? Did he cut the price for the show? If so, is that a smart move? Isn't it general knowledge that you don't discount your work? I waited around to talk to him, but never got a chance as he was talking to others. But I'd be curious to know what others think of this pricing? It made me think my photos were overpriced. He is clearly putting lots of work into the pieces as it's all digitally manipulated. I wondered if it had to do with the quality of the print on display maybe...
Then I was looking online at some other artists that I like such as Lauren Rosenbaum who has some beautiful photos of her children. I love this kind of work because my son is often my most consistent model and children have this ability to capture a variety of emotions. I'm always impressed to see how a photo can freeze a moment of emotional depth in a child, sentiments we often consider solely reserved for adults. Children spend a lot of time observing, staring off into the distance looking or waiting for something. I have so many photos of my son looking out into the horizon...life is such a discovery and they are so open. Her images capture those kinds of moments. They are simple but beautiful.
When I looked at at her pricing, I found it interesting that she has limited editions based on size and an the option of open edition prints as well. This is kind of like having the best of both worlds. Here's what she states about her pricing:
"Print Information: All archival pigment print photographs are produced under the artist's direct supervision. Each image is offered in two sizes, as follows:
30x30" image, printed on 36x36" paper (or 24x30" image size for rectangular images), produced in a limited edition of 25 prints (plus two Artist Proofs). Prices start at $1,000. and increase as the edition sells out.
10x10" image, printed on 14x14" paper (or 8x10" image size for rectangular images), produced in an Open Edition. Prints are priced at $400.
Print prices are set by the artist and are subject to change without prior notice. Please contact Soulcatcher Studio for current pricing information."
This seems like a good idea maybe...
On Saturday I went to see Thomas Dodd's work at the Granite Room during FLUX. I really enjoy his images (maybe because he uses some similar techniques to mine in blending). They have the kind of surreal, dreamy quality that I enjoy.
Thomas Dodd "Force of Nature"
I was shocked by the prices he had for the framed prints on the wall. They were about 16x20 prints and were priced between $110-$95. ???? Why so low? Is this what he normally sells them for? Did he cut the price for the show? If so, is that a smart move? Isn't it general knowledge that you don't discount your work? I waited around to talk to him, but never got a chance as he was talking to others. But I'd be curious to know what others think of this pricing? It made me think my photos were overpriced. He is clearly putting lots of work into the pieces as it's all digitally manipulated. I wondered if it had to do with the quality of the print on display maybe...
Then I was looking online at some other artists that I like such as Lauren Rosenbaum who has some beautiful photos of her children. I love this kind of work because my son is often my most consistent model and children have this ability to capture a variety of emotions. I'm always impressed to see how a photo can freeze a moment of emotional depth in a child, sentiments we often consider solely reserved for adults. Children spend a lot of time observing, staring off into the distance looking or waiting for something. I have so many photos of my son looking out into the horizon...life is such a discovery and they are so open. Her images capture those kinds of moments. They are simple but beautiful.
Lauren Rosenbaum "Rejoice"
Lauren Rosenbaum "Dance"
Lauren Rosenbaum "Reflect"
Lauren Rosenbaum "Dash"
Lauren Rosenbaum "Waiting"
When I looked at at her pricing, I found it interesting that she has limited editions based on size and an the option of open edition prints as well. This is kind of like having the best of both worlds. Here's what she states about her pricing:
"Print Information: All archival pigment print photographs are produced under the artist's direct supervision. Each image is offered in two sizes, as follows:
30x30" image, printed on 36x36" paper (or 24x30" image size for rectangular images), produced in a limited edition of 25 prints (plus two Artist Proofs). Prices start at $1,000. and increase as the edition sells out.
10x10" image, printed on 14x14" paper (or 8x10" image size for rectangular images), produced in an Open Edition. Prints are priced at $400.
Print prices are set by the artist and are subject to change without prior notice. Please contact Soulcatcher Studio for current pricing information."
This seems like a good idea maybe...
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