Ok, so my friend is starting up a photography business and I asked her fee for doing some maternity pictures. I really wanted to have some done, but I told her I'd think about it since we are trying to save money. Well I talked it over with DH and we decided it would be best to save the money so I told her thanks, but I'd have to pass. She said she'd do them for free since she is trying to build her portfolio and I'm a good friend, I felt bad, but she insisted. Well now, I feel bad and feel like I should do something. Would a $50 gift card and a thank you card be ok? Or any other suggestions? I don't want it to look like well you can buy me a gift card, but can't pay the fee kinda thing.
Re: WWYD?
RAWR!
[QUOTE]Maybe invite her over for dinner or something... or treat her to a double date. That way it seems like you're super appreciative and making it personal without breaking the bank.
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I like this idea.
Can you possibly buy some of the prints later?
If budget is really tight, I'd try for that and cook her a nice dinner. Then, with her permission, share pictures and give her some great word of mouth advertising.
My mom is a photographer, and when she gets a new background, prop, idea, or something she just grabs the nearest willing person and plops them in front of the camera.
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