Who here uses smugmug

[S.E.V.]

Found out about smugmug.com about a week ago and just curious to see who here uses it for hosting files online or even as there website? I see with the pro account you can arrange your profile to be like a website, which i found to be pretty cool. I also saw a guestbook on the page of the photogs i met while shooting birds. Any good recommendations about this site or anything similar, I have a flickr and photobucket account but will probably be getting rid of the photobucket.

Thanks

Sevan:)

[liza]

I have one for my "fun" images, although I wouldn't consider using it as a professional website. It's probably one of the better ones out there.

[EOSAddict]

I use it for my own site. We also use smug to host the POTN Book Project Galleries to... both links in my sig ;)

[Waleed]

I use it as my stock image online store: http://stock.fo2oz.com/

No updates for a while, due to some health problems.. If I make it, I should be all ok in a few months :)

[bobbyz]

I have used it for couple of yrs. The pro acount is quite nice. I just move to Zenfolio.

[SOX 404]

I've been using smugmug for over a year. However, yesterday, I switched to Zenfilio. Per my experience, Zenfilio is faster, has better layout, provides better securities, etc.

[Dizzle]

I use SmugMug, but am slowly working on a freestanding site and hope to use SM for only client proofing and ordering by April.

I like SM, but want a bit more control of what I can do with my site.

[S.E.V.]

I use SmugMug, but am slowly working on a freestanding site and hope to use SM for only client proofing and ordering by April.

I like SM, but want a bit more control of what I can do with my site.

Thanks guys for the feedback, I was going to use if just for hosting pics with the possibility of purchases, Just thought it would be the easier alternative then going the route of a website.

[col4bin]

I used smugmug for just over a year and switched over to zenfolio. i like the layout of zenfolio better.

[emtajim]

I've had a SmugMug professional account for two years now. Works well for me with the lacrosse photos. Very trouble free for ordering and you can't go wrong with the 100% guarantee.

www.picsbyjames.com

[jerryr]

Hi !
Been using smugmug for over two years - love it !
A ton of benefits and customization features.

I also do smugmug customization on the side - here is a page of
several functions and features:

http://www.jrphotosandwebdesign.com/customization

questions - please feel free to contact me - jerryr

[Speedie]

I've been using SmugMug for around 3 months and I love the way you have control over the CSS/HTML/Javascript (with the Pro account), to the extent that you can make it your own customised site, including using your own domain name. Also very helpful people in the forum if you're not that familiar with code and want to know how to do something.

[EOSAddict]

Hi !
Been using smugmug for over two years - love it !
A ton of benefits and customization features.

I also do smugmug customization on the side - here is a page of
several functions and features:

http://www.jrphotosandwebdesign.com/customization

questions - please feel free to contact me - jerryr

Jerry,

I might just do that Jerry! I've done a fair bit of self-taught customisation learnt mainly from dgrin, but it's not quite swept up yet and as I don't know any html or css other that picked up on dgrin it's a bit of a black art for me to solve the remaining issues!

[jerryr]

Great ! Yes, please feel free to browse through the various designs.
You can click on the name of the site below the image to access the site...

Thanks - Happy 2008 !

- jerryr

http://www.jrphotosandwebdesign.com/gallery/2959631

[timnosenzo]

Just thought it would be the easier alternative then going the route of a website.

It is, definitely. I use SmugMug, love it, love their service, would recommend it.

[S.E.V.]

Thanks for all the info once again guys. Might do the switch this year.Sounds like they have a good rep going for them, might also look at zenfolio as well.

[Aaagogo]

i just signed up for the trial, seems pretty easy to use, there's a dedicated forum for help related stuff for customizing how your page looks. so after the trial expires, I'm going to pay

Contact me if you want need a coupon for $5 off when you sign up.

[Chet]

I use Smugmug and I like it. We have 5 accounts in our family and all make great use out of them. I have never heard of Zenfolio, now I just have to go and take a look.

[amphoto]

I have been using SmugMug for a couple years now, and every year when my subscription comes up I check out the competition...IMHO they are still #1. I have really enjoyed using Smugmug, even though it seems Zenfolio is catching up in some aspects. At the same time, Smugmug has a lot more features such as both regular and HD video upload, commenting on photos etc which can draw interest to your pictures from others, not to mention complete CSS / HTML control which I used to modify my site the way I like.


When selling photos, Smugmug also allows you to set up a proofing period which allows you to review and make corrections or adjustments to your pictures once they ordered by the customer, but before they are processed. You can also sell digital downloads in several sizes, if that is your thing. Plus the ability to backprint your photos with you website or logo is pretty cool.


For a detailed review of SmugMug vs. Zenfolio, Picasa, and others:

http://www.photosharingreviews.com/ps/compare-all/


-Aaron
www.aaronmacdanielphotography.com <=Customized SmugMug Site

[acousticvibrations]

I use Smuggy,

I looked just now at Zen and they limit your maxim file sizes, depending on your account.

I do a lot of custom stuff for brides, file sizes can get big.

Ill stay with Smuggy.

[hawk911]

I've been on Smuggy for 18 months now.

[dipps]

we have a pro account to host various event images for a motorcycle forum that i help moderate. seems pretty bullet-proof as far as hosting images goes, and i like many of the features, but haven't ever used it for having prints made.

[hawk911]

dipps- which forum, and where are you located?

[dipps]

dipps- which forum, and where are you located?
fz1oa motorcycle forum. i'm near saukville, wi. :)

[hawk911]

Cool. I used to ride.

[Dan-o]

Zenfilio is faster, has better layout, provides better securities, etc.

Just curious what Zen does different as far as security goes.

[jdmpower]

Can anyone help me or provide a template. I'm new at all this css stuff

[acousticvibrations]

Can anyone help me or provide a template. I'm new at all this css stuff

My site was completely customized by members on Dgrin. i just copied and pasted

[Dan-o]

Can anyone help me or provide a template. I'm new at all this css stuff

Start here it is pretty confusing at first but the tutorials walk you through most things.

http://www.dgrin.com/showthread.php?t=52812

[Speedie]

I use Smuggy,

I looked just now at Zen and they limit your maxim file sizes, depending on your account.

So do Smugmug - 12MB for standard & power accounts, 24MB for pro.

[IdahoPics]

I've used SmugMug since 2005 originally just to store and keep family photos but have since incorporated it with my site.

Highly recommend.

[S.E.V.]

Damn now this makes me want to go for sure. Thanks for customizing link. Pretty helpful.

[stevo8]

I have a question for you smugs. I purchased my domain name through go daddy, and want to just basically host images and have galleries for clients to look at. I just do small part time work with some sporting events and such. I know zero about web design. Would I be best off just doing a smugmug pro account or zenfolio? I just really didn't want to come out of pocket that much since the site is only $17 a year and free hosting if you let them use their banner(which doesn't bother me at all.)

[kn_guy87]

Hi !
Been using smugmug for over two years - love it !
A ton of benefits and customization features.

I also do smugmug customization on the side - here is a page of
several functions and features:

http://www.jrphotosandwebdesign.com/customization

questions - please feel free to contact me - jerryr

Jerryr or anyone,
Could you show me how to make the same design of this Jaki Good site?
http://www.jakigoodphotography.com/gallery/3219890

I mean slideshow+thumbs style

I'm using the Smugmug gallery style now
http://www.kennyana.com/gallery/480445_zJFcm#56979809_Gv3BC

Thanks,
Ken

[Dan-o]

Wow that is a nice Smug site. CSS makes my head hurt.

[Nistelrooydude]

You can check out my site for the I-just-went-on-DGrin-and-did-everything-that-I-could-just-copy-and-paste-design. It's www.hrephoto.smugmug.com (http://www.hrephoto.smugmug.com)

When it's time to pay again, I might look into BluDomain. Their sites, while giving less creative control and storage, look a lot crispier.

[Sgt.]

I just signed up about a week ago.http://22ndstudio.smugmug.com/

[acousticvibrations]

You can check out my site for the I-just-went-on-DGrin-and-did-everything-that-I-could-just-copy-and-paste-design. It's www.hrephoto.smugmug.com (http://www.hrephoto.smugmug.com)

When it's time to pay again, I might look into BluDomain. Their sites, while giving less creative control and storage, look a lot crispier.


i took a look,

looks great , but no info on setup or template design info/help from their website.

[Tom Reichner]

Hello, Sevan!

I use SmugMug for my main site. The reason: people can get on the site, see an imaeg they want, and order it using a credit card. It then gets printed and mailed to the customer. I get a check for my portion of the sale. I never have to do a thing regarding the sale - just get a check. I do not know of any other site where this is all done for you.

A freestanding website would require that a customer actually contact you, then you collect their payment, then you order a print and have it mailed to them. Who wants to do all that? What if you're out on the road for a couple weeks without internet access and out of cell service? Then the customer is gonna be mad that they tried to contact you and you never got back to them. Best to just have it all done automatically for you.

[Li_Photo]

I just got my 14 day trail yesterday-Pro version. Here's what I've done so far:

www.Peter-X-Li-Photo.com

[PLGG]

I have a question regarding smugmug. i just joined and put my galleries and slideshow together. if someone does wind up purchasing one ofmy photos...how much do i get? and how do they pay you? check?
i am still in the free trial membership...maybe that is why i don't see any info about this...

[Tom Reichner]

I have a question regarding smugmug. i just joined and put my galleries and slideshow together. if someone does wind up purchasing one ofmy photos...how much do i get? and how do they pay you? check?
i am still in the free trial membership...maybe that is why i don't see any info about this...
You need to set the prices yourself. Otherwise, the only price the customer is charged is the base price (cost of the print only). You need to add the markup to them.

As to how much you get, that is 85% of the markup. In other words, if an 8" by 10" costs $5.00 for the print, and you add a markup of $20.00, then the customer will pay $25.00. You will get 85% of the $20.00 markup, which is $17.00

SmugMug will mail you a check once a month, no matter how small that month's total is.

[acousticvibrations]

I have a question regarding smugmug. i just joined and put my galleries and slideshow together. if someone does wind up purchasing one ofmy photos...how much do i get? and how do they pay you? check?
i am still in the free trial membership...maybe that is why i don't see any info about this...

you set the prices, they deduct 14% plus the basic cost of print.

Say you sell a 4x6

your cost .19 cents.
you sell for $3
your direct profit after cost $2.81
14% $0.39

your total profit $2.42 & never touched a photo.

when you make a $100 profit , you can request a check or every 3 months, they will send you one or if you hit $500, automated check.

I sell a lot of downloads, i price them at $3 each. Cost me $0.55each.

[PLGG]

thank you for your replies...

[Tampa-Bay]

WARNING: SELF PROMOTION AHEAD!

Thought all you SmugMug users out there might be interested in this:

http://tampa-bay-fl-search-seo.com/smugmug_seo_for_photographers

[matthew1371]

So do Smugmug - 12MB for standard & power accounts, 24MB for pro.

Are you sure? I just signed up and that's not what is says on their website.

Here: http://www.smugmug.com/photos/best-photo-sharing/
"Unlimited storage. We'll never ask you to choose which photos or videos matter most, because storage at SmugMug is unlimited."


and here: http://www.smugmug.com/photos/photo-sharing-sites-compared/
"Unlimited storage and traffic."