When you think about manipulating photos, you probably think about programs such as Lightroom and Photoshop. But image manipulation starts much earlier. It starts with your choice of lens. In general, wide angle lenses (with a focal length of 18mm to 24mm or so) offer more depth of field (area of focus) than telephoto lenses […]
My first reinvention happened when I moved to Mexico 10 years ago. I found myself so immersed in the rich colors of this country that I started trying to capture the images and feelings I experienced with my camera. I soon ended up with over 1,000 photos and no idea what to do with them. […]
If you’re like me then you probably think that every photo you take is gold. In reality, though, they may not be. So, choosing the right photo to submit with your articles can be time-consuming as you try to whittle it down to the “right one”… or three. How do you choose? Well, I’ve stumbled […]
Some people have a natural talent for photography, a natural eye for detail, and a natural artistic flair. On the other hand, I’ve been a diligent student of photography, seeking knowledge and pushing myself to stretch my abilities year after year. My collection of snapshots catalog special memories and fleeting moments with family and friends. […]
You CAN sell flower photos as stock. How do I know? Because this flower photo makes up about a third of my total stock photo income: It’s not a great photo, but it is unique. The fact that the flowers are isolated on white means that designers can “float” it into any design they please. […]
You don’t need a model release to sell your people pictures as stock photography. Making people unidentifiable in your photos allows you to still make a profit off of them without the paperwork.
Follow these five tips to stay motivated to take more photos and increase your stock photography sales.
I’ve spent over 35 years working as a freelance graphic designer, and even though my business is all about marketing and advertising, it thrives without me formally doing either. I began at the bottom with minimal equipment and no experience. The competition was fierce, and I was too shy for cold sales. But I figured […]
Getting an article published is a challenging puzzle. It means selecting the right travel destination, the right story angle, and the right publication. Since I’ve begun piecing the puzzle together, I’ve matched over 55 stories with 14 publications to achieve my travel-writing dream. While many people start by looking at their stories and attempt to […]
Value adding is one way to build your writing and photography portfolio, land more jobs, and get asked back time and again. It is easy to do with simple little add-ons like doing reviews and posting where you are on social media. For very little work it helps you grow as a photographer and build […]
