Since we're not as busy for the year as we'd like to be, and we limited funds to network wth, we thought we'd try doing some free e-sessions. Obviously we hope to book the client for their wedding, but even if they don't its more images for us (which we need) and its not taking away from other things. Right now we're getting more requests for non people shots that we don't even do , but I must admit I'm intrigued as they pay very well. The clients can have their images, but we'll obviously push the prints, slideshow and guest album on them.


Anyone try this and have any success?


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I haven't tried it yet, but I am giving away a free session at the bridal fair in a few weeks. They have to sign up and I'll draw the names. I'm really just using it as a way to get emails! Don't tell! I have a little spot on the form where I asked if I could send them monthly newsletters. They can say yes or no. Good luck with it though! Tell us how it works out!

i'd definitely say go for it. you don't have much to lose, and a ton to gain. we have gotten nearly all of our business off of doing certain shoots (a wedding, a baby shoot) for free. once you get yourself into their heads, even if they don't book you they might have friends getting married and your name is out there.

good luck!