Why is graphic design so expensive?...

[Esh]

Just came across this article which could be a good starting point when trying to 'educate' clients about what graphic designers do...not just sitting there drawing with a pack of crayolas.

Why is graphic design so expensive? » Veodesign

 

[DigitalYak]

this is a well written article, thanks for the link

 

[staunton_rook]

because the image of your company is vital to your success, THAT'S WHY!

 

[Dave L]

As with most professional services, you charge for what you know and the time and effort you put into acquiring that knowledge rather than just for what you do; if I can bang off whatever you're after in an hour it's because I put years into developing the skills that allow me to do it, and that rightly comes at a premium.

 

[staunton_rook]

As with most professional services, you charge for what you know and the time and effort you put into acquiring that knowledge rather than just for what you do; if I can bang off whatever you're after in an hour it's because I put years into developing the skills that allow me to do it, and that rightly comes at a premium.

spot on

 

[jooty]

Its a shame that quote is not 140 characters....

 

[Katedesign]

Question 'For two days' labour you ask 200 guineas?' Whistler replied, 'No, I ask it for the knowledge of a lifetime.' (138 characters)

Does that help?

 

[Edge]

'Why is graphic design so expensive?...' - because graphic designers are all insanely talented.