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One of the questions that regularly comes up about stock photography is how to stay organized. As in how to keep track of which photos get accepted or rejected to which sites, and so on. The honest answer is—it depends! Every photographer has a different system that works for them. So, I asked five stock […]
By Stock Photographer, Marilyn Nieves There are a few different ways I go about identifying models I’d like to photograph for stock photography. It may come as a surprise to some, but their “look” is not my main focus. The first thing I notice is their energy. A person’s vibe speaks volumes, and when you […]
By Elizabeth Coughlan I love the Shutterstock app on my phone, especially when my phone pings to notify me of a sale. Recently it said the following, “People love this image! Sold for the 50th time.” It was of the Cleveland Clinic in Abu Dhabi, UAE. I was a little mystified as to why it […]
Summer may be over, but every season change brings about new beginnings. New holidays to look forward to. New coffee drinks in the cafés. New sweaters! As I’ve mentioned before, fall is high season for stock photo buyers. The more good photos you can add to your portfolios right now, the more potential you have […]
A Walk in the Park By Stock Photographer, Danny Warren Sometimes you just get lucky. This is one of those stories. By the time I finished lacing up my shoes and doing the parenting calculus of how many special snacks to bring, my kids were already racing down the trail with their grandparents. I grabbed […]
One of the things that can really hold you back when it comes to stock photography is the belief that your images need to be better before you start. Or that you need a better camera. Or that you need more time. And the list goes on… It’s easy to fall into the trap of […]
Keywords are one of the most crucial things you need to boost your stock photo success. Today we look at best practice stock image keywording strategies.
The hardest part of choosing stock images for stock agencies is getting started and maintaining momentum. These are tips thart are easy to stick with.
Best of Snap & Sell Photo Club – With 2018 winding down, I’ve been having a lot of fun looking back at your Challenge submissions from the past year.
The holiday month ahead is a wonderful time for stock photography. For inspiration, let’s take a look at some holiday-themed images that are strong sellers on stock agencies
