So he replied asking how much I would be willing to pay, and he explained that it's an unusual situation because the firm already paid him. But that he normally charges $200 for individual portrait sessions. And he pretty much made all the points that Foot did.

I was pretty surprised at how much he wrote. It was a really long email for somebody dickering over some fraction of $50.

I said I valued what he did, but the picture was only worth $20 to me. And I hoped that I wasn't offending him.

He hasn't responded yet. And $20 is even more than I wanted to spend, so I'm cheating myself. I should have offered $10, since that's about what it's worth to me.

Interesting negotiations over nothing.

Maybe he thinks you're coming on to him and are willing to barter. Let's see if he suggests further negotiations over dinner.

Foot's points are valid BUT he has already been paid for the work. All those points should already have been taken into consideration when he priced the job. he's milking it. It wasn't a portrait session. How many images did he take to get that one? the price should reflect the time and effort it will take for him to find the file (?convert to appropriate format), and send it, plus a bonus in appreciation of his artistic talent because you wouldn't be interested if it were a crappy pic, but HR would still have been satisfied.

This.

There are people who try to dicker over everything. Not that they can't afford it, or don't think the product/service is worth it, they just like the game. I've seen a guy talk a tour guide down from $25 to $15 then give the guide a $20 tip.

Personally I never try to talk a pro down, I either give her the $5 or walk away.

*snort*

I never would have made it under a barter system. "How much is that pack of chewing gum? 100 bucks. or my right arm? Well, um...ok."

:thumb:

Or trade for a modelling session.

I haven't heard back from him. I guess when I told him $50 was too much, and he responded, offering to negotiate, he didn't like my $20 offer.

Oh well. It's a relief, actually. I think $20 was too much for a medium resolution digital image that he was already paid to make.

Can you get the already paid for image in file format from HR?

I posted it above. That's it. Low res.

not sure if this will last or even work.... but... i was bored. so... time lapse glatt:

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Cool! Makes it look like I haven't changed much at all.

Your neck grew.

That's because you haven't changed much, basing on those pictures.

:lol2:

Doh! Well, if you put the posts together....:nuts: Dude, I'm so freakin' tired. Earlier I was at the office registering my mom for a medical procedure when I suddenly blurted out to the lady, "I need a massage." She looked at me surprised. I told her I know it's weird to suddenly say that to a stranger but I'm so tired. She laughed and said she's been there. I made that post a bit later while waiting for my mom. See, that's my excuse, hihi. :p:

sorry about the eyes

Sarge! Nice to see you

Do you think I have changed a little bit??

I didn't recognize you. You look more like Rich Levy.

It's Lamplighter

You. Furry. Fucker.

Grab a glass of tea and you're Uncle Si!!!!

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That beard deserves a salute!

Nice to see you (under all that winter coat).

I have to admit Si is my hero. LOL. I think I am beginning to look more like an ewok

So, Sarge, you want to grow a beard or you're just not shaving for a reason? Just curious.

He's preparing for the role of Santa Claus. He takes Secret Santa quite seriously. Have you been a good Lola Bunny?

I've been a very good bunny. :yesnod:

I'd like to play Santa and climb down your chimney;) Honestly, it is due to some issues related to my medical problem. Hard to explain in such an open forum

Ahhh....okay. Well, throw on a red suit and you'll be just like Santa!

You're adorable.

I might as well come out and admit it. I'm transgendered and working hard on living my new life

*snort*

I'll bet you have...;)

That didn't come across creepy at all.:lol2:

Up, btw.

If Grav makes a comment about it, the other comment must've been of sexual nature. I thought Sarge meant he wants to come visit me. :-P

Be it a compliment or not, I'll take it as one, hehe.

Oh, he wants to come visit you.

Yay! Sarge won the Eurovision Song Contest!


Sent by thought transference

I am so happy and plan to devote my first love song to gravdigr. we're planning the music video now and I don't know if I should wax or not for my thong shots

Sarge I think you look splendid.
And you must be in a happier place than you were for a while; there was a time you wouldn't even post photos here.

I saw that pic! :lol2:

Don't tease me, you sexy pandabeast.

From panda to.... ewok? ;)

the military industry complex are developing a new super soldier.

4 days ago.

Glatt: That is super cool. Looks like lots of fun too. And I like the way you say, "Yeeah!" :D

Glatt, Glatt, Glatt of the Jungle
Strong as he can be
Watch out for that tree
Glatt, Glatt, Glatt of the Jungle
Lives a life thats free
Watch out for that tree
:haha:

Now THAT's sexy: glatt ziplining through the forest. Can I help you comb your hair? ;)

Seriously, cool stuff, glatt. My brother and sis-in-law went ziplining last weekend in hocking hills. Imma do it this summer sometime.

glatt, that looked great!!

Yeah, is right!

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Mertyle beach, SC.

Kicking off vacation the right way. Rum punch by the pool(s).

Getting ready to go have a nice seafood dinner with Dorothy Mantooth, and NEVER call her again!

JimHelm can haz bukkit!!!!

If i drank something that came in a bucket, they'd need to pour me into one!!

Today

I'm sure it's just the reflection of the sky in your eyes, but we just watched "World War Z" last night and they gave the zombies those same pupil-less eyes. Took me aback for a moment. But zombies never had such an adorable hairstyle, so I knew it was all safe. :)

such pretty eyes....

couldn't have said it better. !!!

This was me last night. I was out with some girlfriends. Had a lovely time.

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Happy, pink, and plenty of both. Excellent.