[Ellen Cruz]

For the pricing, just know your costs and establish your rate. As for the negative, this will be the best time for you to start a contract which sets the outline the specifics and expectations for all parties involved. You can arrange and discuss with them the details and the extent on how they can use your negatives. Do your best to protect yourself. You as the creator have the right in the property you create. It is illegal for any unauthorized person or company to scan, copy, duplicate, manipulate, alter, etc. your work without your permission. The law specifically gives creators the right to copy, reproduce, distribute, display and create derivative uses of their work.

It is not unprofessional to inquire on your status with them. You can politely ask them where you stand. It is best to arrange a time to discuss the situation in-person. But don’t pose it as a threat; instead, “offer to have a conversation where you can provide input into their business and see how you can be of assistance.

Good luck.

Helen