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Hi there...I am a brand new Dreamstime member and it looks as if I have quite a bit to learn! It was interesting to see that the photos that are most liked by friends, family and Flickr members are the ones that are no good for stock photography and the photographs that I thought were not quite right are accepted on Dreamstime. I have learnt quite a bit from other Flickr members but I think I have a lot further to go before becoming a successful stock photographer! Flickr members are perhaps a bit too kind with their words! Reading a blog by another member, Charles Outcalt _ Flickr or not to Flickr _ made me think about the difference between my normal aims in taking shots and those that I will have to think about if I ever want success in stock photography. Stock images not only ... [ Read more... ]
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Thanks Willyvend, very kind of you. I have had a few approved now so I will see how it goes! :) - posted by
Cleaper
on January 29, 2008 |
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Welcome on board Charlotte. Very nice shots. Be patient... - posted by
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Charlotte, I couldn't have said it better. I love your talent, as I have seen it on your Flickr site. Sorting out what would be worth hanging on a wall versus what a designer might need for a commercial purpose is really tricky.
I have gotten some good tips from Michael Heron's How to Shoot and Sell, but the best education has been poring over images on Dreamstime, especially when I sort by download counts. - posted by
Charlesoutcalt
on January 27, 2008 |
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It's now a few days since I joined Dreamstime and I am very much enjoying the learning curve of stock photography. So far I have had 16 images accepted out of 21, which I am pretty happy with as it is my first attempt, and I am just waiting for them to appear in my profile. However, I am still slightly baffled at those being accepted and those that have not so I still have a long way to go. One thing that surprised me is that my sunsets and silhouettes are often rejected due to exposure issues. Unfortunately this is what I have often done on purpose to get the effect that i thought looked nice!!! Obviously the criteria is different for stock and they are looking for clearer and brighter images, especially in a topic that is quite saturated with spectacular shots. ... [ Read more... ]
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gimp is free, photoshop isn't, they do more or less the same things. Stock is different, so moody, grainy shots are almost always rejected. Sunsets are two a penny, you need a good lens and good tripod for a look in. Pin sharp shots with color, of subjects and locations that aren't over-subscribed. Horizons straight and off centre subjects, the rules of composition 3rds.. Those are what Ive learned, but it still all depends on the reviewer and his route to work in the morning. Love your otter shot. - posted by
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We can learn many useful tips from Bough's blog,really.Although I am a new here,but I get many there. - posted by
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Hi there, Yes I have read most of your blogs. Great tips thank you!! - posted by
Cleaper
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A part of me feels slightly silly but I am thrilled this morning as I have just had my first sale!! Yipee! I am really suprised that I have had a sale so quickly and although I know it really is only one sale it gives me encouragement to do more and try harder! Thanks for all of the good advice and tips that can be found in the blogs!
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Thanks guys! - posted by
Cleaper
on January 30, 2008 |
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Excellent--and a beautiful photo, too. - posted by
Charlesoutcalt
on January 30, 2008 |
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Congratulations on ur first sale.. That's the start.. From now it will go faster, and you'll achieve more and more.
All the best and good luck to your future sales & approvals.. :D - posted by
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I'm quite interested in getting into more product stock photography rather than my usual landscape/sunset kinda thing and I was wondering if anyone can suggest a relatively cheap light box/tent or a portable studio set up? Needs to be quite small as I don't have that much room! I've looked at various options and they seem to range in price from £30 - £300 so it would be great if you have any ideas. I may even try making my own as described in dabobabo's blog, but I am not the most handy of people! Cheers!
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Charlotte Leaper
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London, UK
I would really appreciate it if you could message me if you download any of my photographs. I am really interested in knowing where they are used. Thanks!
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