How much should I charge for taking pictures?

I'm not a professional, but I know what I'm doing and that I do good work. I've been contacted by quite a few people to take pictures for them. (Weddings, Couples, Children, Senior pictures) But I'm not sure what I should charge and I don't want to over charge because like I said, I'm not a professional, but I want to be able to grow as a photographer.

Any input or opinions will help, Thanks.

Also, I have a Nikon D3100 if that matters at all.
Added (1). I'm pretty sure I don't need "a business license, a tax ID, and good liability insurance" for something that is a hobby and not a main source of income. Especially since the money I'd get would be used mainly for printing the images.

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Canon eos rebel, t3i, or nikon d3200?

I am not really technical so I don't know how to use complicated options. I just want something with great quality you can use to take modeling pictures of people and close ups of nature. I like that the eos is smaller, but what has the best graphics for photographing people?
Added (1). by the way the modeling pictures are just of me and my friends for fun. i want high quality and good lighting

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Info on good cameras please?

I'm 15 and I'm thinking of going into photography but first I need to get a good camera because right now I only have a small digital carry around nikon (12 megapixels).
I'd like to get a good Canon but I can only afford up to max 500 dollars. Also could someone explain the importance of megapixels? because I know that they affect the quality of the pictures but is that all? I have seen Canons in my price range with 18 megapixels, is that a good amount? What should I be looking for in a camera? My uncle who is a photographer also told me that the lenses are one of the most important part. He said that the Pro L lens Canon series is really good but how much do they cost and which ones should I get? Could someone please give me some advice on which Canon models I should be looking at which are not too expensive and are for beginners?

Thanks

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Which is better to use for portraiture, nikon or canon dslr camera?

Someone told me that nikon slr camera is better on portrait photography while canon is better on video capture, is this true? I'm not a professional photographer. Just want to know which is better to buy if I am to get one. I'm just an enthusiast.

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Good lenses for travel? 50mm?

I have a NIKON D5100. I'm going to New York soon and was just wondering what are you're favourite lenses to take.
I'll be shooting street art and skyline (obviously).
Would you recommend the Nikon 50 mm f 1.8 for street photography?

I currently own the 18-55mm, 50mm f1.8 and the 55-300mm, all by Nikon.

I am able to purchase new lenses up to $250, so if you have any other lens suggestions from Nikon, tamron or sigma, that would also be fine.

Thanks

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Cant read.nef (RAW) files in PhotoShop CS6?

Situation: I have a nikon D600 that when shooting RAW generates.nef files
Problem: I have a PS CS6 on my Mac that can't read this files.
Solution: ?

I tried downloading the codec here, but it's only available for windows.
http://www.nikonimglib.com/nefcodec/

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How to take this kind of photo with a canon rebel t3i?

http://bathroomstallfame.tumblr.com/
k im not sure if you can see but her profile picture has a little light leak looking thing and i was wondering if anyone knew how to do that on a canon rebel t3i

she said she had a Nikon D90 and I put it on "p" at night and it sounds like the camera is taking two pictures so between clicks move the camera a little and the light will move accordingly

does anyone know how to do this on a canon?!

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How to get that blurry background and shark subject effect?

I have a Nikon D7000 SLR. I have its original lens: 18-105mm and I want to capture that effect where the background is blurry and the subject is focused and sharp! How do I do that? please tell me everything I need to do from iso and etc., I want all photos to be this way, so how do I change that? Should I also invest in a 50mm lens? I heard that was the best buy. I'd also like to take photos where natural colors are shown but most of the time when it's a very sunny day and the clouds are blue. the sky still come out as white and no blue or anything and the subject's skin tone changes to pale -.- please help!

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Prime lens for NIKON to match my needs?

I purchased a Nikon D5100 a few months ago and I am slowly learning about it. I have a basic understanding of aperture, iso, shutter speed, etc. I have the kit lens and it came with an additional (telephoto?) lens as well. I adore my second lens (I'm sorry! I cant remember what it is exactly…still learning!) but I have to stand too far away. I am not a professional and would rather leave the serious stuff to the professionals. I mostly do portraits of my family and some personal events. What I am looking for is honest advice on a good lens that will serve my purposes. I want something that can take attractive portraits and yet be general enough I will not have to change out my lens constantly. Since my photography is for personal use, I cannot justify spending thousands on equipment. I am hoping to find something that will let me achieve a nice bokeh without having to stand in the other room. Also, and not sure if this is even possible, I am looking for something that will work well in low-light so I do not have to use the flash. Since most of what I photograph is candid shots or children, a slightly quicker lens would be appreciated.

For example, I want to take nice photos of my niece and nephews birthdays with a few crisp portraits I can frame for personal display. I also attend fundraisers for work, anniversary parties…etc and want to take nice photos that are dimly lit indoors without blinding everyone with flash.

If there is not a lens that is affordable ($500 or less range) I understand! I just am not sure what equipment I would benefit from the most to add to my arsenal.

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What microphone is best when using a Nikon D3200 for interviews?

I'd like to have a wireless one or the kinds that sit on a table during a conference call. I'm a beginner at this and don't have a whole lot of cash. All of my work is primarily for non profit use.

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