How do I properly ask photographers to use their previous work that featured my work as a MUA building their portfolio?
Hi! I do wedding makeup through a company and on my boss’ business account she often post our work crediting and tagging the photographer. Typically it’s mostly pictures of the bride which she often does the makeup for. I often do bridesmaids/mothers/grandmothers/MIL/GIL. I would like to make a portfolio soon and I do plan on asking permission from the photographers credited for the pictures I have seen of my work. I do take pictures of my work but they don’t even compare to how great the work from photographers. My question is should I also offer compensation when asking for permission using their photos is that typical? I also want to know if it is rude to ask for additional pictures of the bridal party if they are available? I would be more than willing to pay for that as well if that is common practice especially if they do have to edit additional photos. Thank in advance for any advice and thank you for your hard work in the wedding industry if you photograph weddings that is :)