What is a normal deposit for a photographer??

We have to put down 50%.

We put 30% down ...

50%

I put down $500

We did 50%

Ours only had us put 20% down ($500). Seems odd in comparison.

My total was $699. I gave her $125. down and have been paying her something monthly.....

Some people require 50% of whatever package you have. Out total photography is $1,800 but we only had to put down a deposit of $450.

25% for us

Total was $750 - we put down $300, as per the photographer's request.

WOW....I guess there is some sort of differences in this. I'm shocked at how low some of the photography is. I guess it's a regional thing. My photography cost 3,000.

Thanks so much everyone!

I request a $200 deposit regardless of the package the client goes with. I also have my basic starting package set at $650. I am a professional photographer but I aim more towards clients who are on a tighter budget as there are a good amount of those in my area. (Sort of a semi response to the post about not being professional if charging less than $1000) It really depends on the area you work in. Some photographers might be in an area that has more money overall while some might not be.

I am a wedding photographer based in the San Francisco Bay area and I ask for a 50% deposit.

This amount can be adjusted a bit depending on the budget of the wedding and other factors.

Jason Todd

sfportraits.com