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Thank you for stopping by our Blog. This blog is dedicated to giving photographers information on credit card processing. Ever worked with a company not familiar with the needs of a professional photographer? It can be frustrating. You can rest assured that we have helped many photographers so you can get back to doing what you do best.

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Ryan Kenny

303.875.0621

ryan@photographymerchantsystems.com

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Am I setup for American Express?

September 21, 2009 – 1:39 pm

At Photography Merchant Systems we don’t pressure our clients into signing up to take other kinds of cards.  We want you to get exactly what you need without the pressure.  In previous years that meant we were only signing people up for Visa/Mastercard.  Visa/Mastercard/Discover are all bundled now.  That means we leave American express off unless you specifically ask for it.  

 

If you would like to process American Express all you have to do is

1.  Email us at ryan at photographymerchantsystems.com

2. Call me (Ryan) at 303.875.0621

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How do I get my Authorize.net API Key

September 21, 2009 – 9:14 am

Blogs are great for getting out information that can answer questions that people have on a regular basis.  Your authorize.net API key will be used to interface your merchant service account with payment software such as Shootq or Transactions for the iphone.

 

1. Go to authorize.net and log in
2. Click Settings in the main left side menu under account
3. Click API Login ID and Transaction Key under Security Settings
4. Under Create New Transaction Key, enter your Secret Answer.
5. Click Submit

That is all there is to it.  If you have any questions please let me know.

 

This information will be important for anyone with the following software

1. Shootq

2. Apple IPhone credit card processing

3. Pick Pic by Lickity pixel a whcc company

4. Red Cart

5. Photocart

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I am back

September 21, 2009 – 9:03 am

I will be returning all of the emails and phone calls I received over the last 4 days.  I will talk to you guys soon.

 

Ryan

Photography Merchant Systems

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Out of Country

September 18, 2009 – 12:00 pm

I just wanted to make a quick note about my travel schedule this week.  I will be out of the country starting Thursday thru Monday 9-17  through 9-21.   If you need immediate assistance please email Steve at steve@photographymerchantsystems.com or call him at 720.422.9972

 

 

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Photography Website Resource Top 10 Website Companies for Photographers

September 15, 2009 – 12:21 pm

Find out 10 best photography website companies

As a company that sets up credit card processing for Photographers and the Photography community we have clients in every stage of business. Some clients are just starting out all the way to seasoned pro’s that have been working in the industry for 30 years or more. The aim of this blog is not only to give good solid information on financial issues for photographers but good information about the industry and sometimes comedy relief.

Today I would like to give some resources for finding a great website. For many of you your website is your storefront. Here is a list of companies that will work with photographers to help carry your message.

Top 10 Companies that make Websites for Photographers ( in no particular order)

1.BluDomain - http://www.bludomain.com
2.FloSites - http://www.flosites.com
3. Flash Palette - http://www.flashpalette.com
4. LiveBooks - http://www.livebooks.com
5. Into The Darkroom - http://www.intothedarkroom.com
6. Tafota - http://tafota.com
7. Photoidentities - http://www.photoidentities.com
8. Creative Motion Design - http://www.creativemotiondesign.com/
9. PhotoBiz - http://www.photobiz.com
10. Big Folio - http://www.bigfolio.com

If you are a maker of websites for photographers and would like your website listed please get in touch with us to have your site added.

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Uncrop feature - ( Credit Card Processing for Photographers)

September 15, 2009 – 10:41 am

I think the photography community will have fun watching this video. Its unrealistic use of features we use every day as well as made up features we wished we had. I will have to admit this video is a bit geeky but well worth watching. I am a personal fan of the uncrop feature that is used. Wouldn’t that be useful.

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Some comedy relief - I love you man

September 15, 2009 – 10:28 am

We can all laugh because we know wedding photographers like this are few and far between.  We know they do exist though making this one of the most funny clips I have viewed on YouTube in a long time.  If you have seen the movie this scene was removed.  I am sure you will agree they should have left them.

 

 

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Totally Rad Actions Recipes

September 9, 2009 – 12:25 pm

By now if you are a professional photographer you have heard of Totally Rad Actions. If you haven’t check them out. They will help unlock your creativity and workflow.

Recently they published a site showing some before and after images along with recipes. Even if you aren’t using the actions its always informative to view images that have been modified. It should help give you ideas for your work.


Totally Rad Actions Recipes

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Camera Slingers Dual Delux Double Camera Strap

September 9, 2009 – 12:08 pm

Every once in a while we like to spotlight new innovative gear that helps photographers do there job better.  The camera slingers Dual Camera Strap makes shooting much easier for the photographer that likes to shoot two cameras.  Normal camera straps fall off your shoulders and limit your movement.  You can buy these directly from camera slingers or places like adorama.

 

Check this video out.  Even the chiropractor likes them.

 

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Photographer Spotlights

August 5, 2009 – 8:11 am

Need another reason to get signed up with Photography Merchant Systems?  Not only do photographers get some of the best pricing and customer service around, but when you start processing, you will have an opportunity to post a photographer spotlight on my blog.

What other credit card processing company will do that for you?  In an age where SEO and having your work out to as many outlets as possible is so important, let me help you show off your best work.

Email me for more details….

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