After flattering high-society maven Mrs. Payton Grange, a former client of West, with a rare good photo, Crane's exclusive makes a name for her as a photographer. She quickly becomes well-known and well-paid, acquiring her own clients and contracts, and resisting Russ Bassett's offer to get her a steady, respectable job with his news-agency employer.
After receiving a favorable photo of Mrs. Payton Grange, a former client of West's, Crane's exclusive photography business becomes successful, leading to Grange's recognition as a photographer and financial gain. She declines an offer from Russ Bassett for a steady job with his news agency.