Looking for babies/kids to photograph in Tampere

[fauxfinndotcom]

Hi--Hope this is the right place to post this!

I am an American exchange student in Tampere trying to develop a natural light child photography portfolio but it is pretty difficult when you don't speak the language or know anyone! I am (obviously) not a professional but I think I do pretty decent work.

For 20 euros, you get a photo shoot at a location of your choice, plus a web page with all the photos and access to high-resolution originals for printing or whatever you want. If price is an issue, let me know and we can figure something out. Honestly I would just as soon not charge anything but I am trying to save up for a new zoom lens.

A few samples:





So yes. Please feel free to email me (megan@fauxfinn.com) or send a private message on here or whatever is convenient for you.

Thanks!!

Megan

[Xochiquetzal]

Hi Megan. I believe it may be illegal in Finland to accept money for a job if you do not have a business license. So definitely check with your counselor at school.

If I remember correctly, students are not allowed to work while on a student visa. As such, the Finnish government would not take it well that you were selling your services - even if for portfolio work. (someone here will correct me for the actual rules, I know).

That said, enjoy your time in Tampere and I bet you'll find some really beautiful kids to photograph here in Finland!

[richard berman]

Can she not take donations or gifts

[Hank W.]

If I remember correctly, students are not allowed to work while on a student visa.

You are allowed, but the hours are restricted.

[Xochiquetzal]

If I remember correctly, students are not allowed to work while on a student visa.

You are allowed, but the hours are restricted.

Ok, cool. Megan, definitely check with your school's counselor to make sure what you are doing is legal. It's a much smaller country here than in America, trust me.

[Rosamunda]

http://www.prh.fi/en/kaupparekisteri/yr ... trepreneur

Private entrepreneur


Private entrepreneur

An EEA resident may act as a private entrepreneur. Non-EEA residents need a permit from the National Board of Patents and Registration. With regard to the establishment of a business, citizenship is not of importance. The decisive factor is the individual's permanent place of residence.

Question: Can a foreigner function as a private entrepreneur?
Answer: Nationality is not a decisive factor, but the entrepreneur’s place of residence must be located within the EEA. Otherwise he/she has to apply for a permit from the NBPR.


Business licences and notifications

http://www.yrityssuomi.fi/default.aspx?nodeid=15332

In accordance with the principle of industrial freedom, the following are entitle to carry on a legal trade in Finland in accordance with good practice without a licence from the authorities:

* individuals resident in the EEA,
* Finnish corporations and foundations, and
* foreign corporations and foundations that have a registered branch in Finland, have been established under the law of a State included in the EEA and have their statutory domicile, central administration or main place of business in an EEA State.

The National Board of Patents and Registration may also grant licences to applicants other than the above-mentioned groups.

However, it is possible for an EU citizen to operate a toiminimi business in Finland without registering that business as long as the business is conducted from his/her home address and he/she employs no one other than his/her family members. The turnover would have to be under the VAT threshold otherwise you need to register in order to get a Y-tunnus and VAT code.

http://www.yrityssuomi.fi/default.aspx?nodeid=15333

[Xochiquetzal]

I knew someone would have the exact answer. Thanks Penelope and Hank!

[fauxfinndotcom]

Yikes. Like I said, I'm willing to do it for free, don't really have the time to get a business license. So if anyone's interested, please just let me know.