I'm 18 and planning on starting my own photography business in Washington state. I was wondering if anyone could help me figure out what I need to do in order to start my business and get a business licence. I already checked the dept. of licencing website but I don't get it. :p If you have a business in Washington State, could you please help me out by telling me what you did? Thank you!

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Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. http://www.ppa.com – Professional Photographers of America http://www.wpja.org/ -- Wedding Photojournalist Association http://www.thempa.com/ -- The Master Photographers Association http://www.nanpa.org/ -- North American Nature Photography Association http://www.nppa.org/ -- National Press Photographers Association Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant: * Photographers Market Guide to Building Your Photography Business: Everything you need to know to run a successful photography business by Vik Orenstein * Legal Handbook for Photographers: The Rights and Liabilities of Making Images Paperback by Bert P. Krages * How to Start a Home-Based Photography Business, 4th Paperback by Kenn Oberrecht * Shooting & Selling Your Photos: The Complete Guide to Making Money With Your Photography by Jim Zuckerman There are lots of free informational resources out there. Check out these articles: http://ezinearticles.com/?Start-Your-Own-Photography-Business-from-Home&id=67905 – Start Your Own Photography Business from Home by Roy Barker http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Not-Start-Your-Own-Photography-Business?&id=206759 – Why Not Start Your Own Photography Business? by Roy Barker http://ezinearticles.com/?Photography---Breaking-Into-The-Business&id=187120 – Photography – Breaking into the Business by Michael Russell Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!