Top Tips for Stock Photography - How to Earn more Income and Increase Sales!

[@choypengism]

Great sharing. Very informative

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you and thanks for subscribing 😊

[@LabNinja]

This is by far the best video on stock photo on KZbin. A "must watch" for new stockers.

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you very much! Hope you subscribe!

[@mathiyalaganloganathan7659]

your stock portfolio is really nice....awasome work

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks 🙏

[@mini2-lightthedronie]

Great! :) Thanks for the valuable advices

[@photographybyraul]

My pleasure, glad it was useful and thanks for subscribing! 😊

[@Stranger3353]

Thanks for the helpful video!

[@photographybyraul]

Glad it was helpful. Thank you Sergei! 👍😊

[@mihailfridljand8977]

Very good! Thank you!

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you! Hope you subscribe 😊

[@nicoletaionescu887]

I like you set the realist goals from the beginning! Stock is just another gig economy outlet

[@photographybyraul]

Stock is what you want it to be if you combine learned wisdom with an ounce of luck 😊 hope you subscribe and check out my outlet tips 😊

[@nicoletaionescu887]

@@photographybyraul For me is a full time job and it has the creative freedom I like, but it has some downs as well. Already a subscriber, I like the professional way you present things

[@photographybyraul]

That’s great to hear Nicoleta. Wishing you continued success. Thanks 😊

[@romiemiller7876]

You have good tips. Also, i like your high-speed bicycle videos. I just saw a wild video done with various views from a 360-degree camera. That'd make a super bicycle video! :-) * I've come to the conclusion that stock isn't time efficient. * I'm working on some videos for Pond 5. I'll see how it goes. I don't know as much now, but back in the '80s magazines were buying for Christmas in June and July, and for the 4th of July in Dec. & Jan.

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks Romie. I have a 360 camera but I scratched the lens on my last trip. You can create some really cool effects with those cameras. It’s unfortunate that stock photography income has plummeted so much over the past few years. Fortunately I have a large portfolio that brings in consistent passive income but a newcomer will face a very challenging uphill fight. Even videos are facing a very tough market with continued reduced commissions. Good luck with Pond5!

[@TheLarsPlay]

I had no idea that you could sell the same photo/video to more then one stockphoto provider. Thanks for the info!

[@photographybyraul]

Yes, you are free to market your portfolio to all agencies. Only exception is if you sign an exclusive agreement with one agency. Best wishes and thanks for subscribing Lars 😊

[@mirovrlik]

Not new episode but sill actual toady and in next many years. Thanks

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks Miro. Yes, still very relevant after a year 👍😊

[@thelightsout8366]

best video thanks sir !

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you very much! Thanks for subscribing 😊

[@go_off_Sis]

thank you 🙏🏽

[@artfilmstudios]

Thank you, Raul! Excellent content in your video and your delivery. Very helpful.

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you Andrea! Best wishes 😊

[@VlogdeJorge]

Que buen video, suscrito, gracias

[@photographybyraul]

Muchas gracias Jorge! Suscrito al tuyo también 👍😊

[@VlogdeJorge]

@@photographybyraul gracias

[@zidjamash143]

I learned a lot from your video, its amazing, thank you

[@photographybyraul]

Glad it was helpful. I have several others. Thanks for subscribing 😊

[@fsphotographic7683]

There's a lot of good advice here. I like that you speak the truth on stock photography. It's work that pays off in the long run if you are willing to put in the time. The greatest payoff is seeing your work on display. Thanks for creating this video.

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you for the kind words. I enjoyed sharing my knowledge, particularly to the newcomers to the challenging world of stock. Hope you subscribed 😊

[@johnnyutah7299]

Possibly the best video on the subject in my opinion. This is why we listen to our seniors. Thank you for the video.

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you for the kind words Johnny! It definitely helps to have more than a few gray hairs of wisdom :-) Wishing you the very best!

[@johnnyutah7299]

@@photographybyraul you’ve got yourself one more subscriber.

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you Johnny!😊👍

[@toms2145]

This was eloquent AF! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. ✌️❤️

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks Tom! Hope you subscribe 👍😊

[@pirgohan]

Thankyou granpa 👍

[@photographybyraul]

My pleasure grandson 🤓 thanks for subscribing

[@muhammadhaseebmujtaba5960]

Thanks a lot. Great Video. Gonna help us a lot. Thanks again

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks Muhammad, so glad it helps and thanks for subscribing 😊

[@scottcosta7119]

Two years later and still a highly relative, insightful, motivating and helpful video. Thank you! A newbie here gathering information. You mentioned Lightroom for organizing and I'd Love to see a video on that. Maybe you already made one so I'll go look. More importantly... I've found value in the several videos on Stock photography I've watched of yours. Sincerely... a guy the submitted my first 12 photos yesterday. Ha! :)

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you so much Scott! Ironically, I watched the video last week and was happy that my content was still relevant. 😊 I did make a video on LR but it was focused on the Keywording process - it’s still very helpful. There might be a few of my stock videos you haven’t watched. Congratulations on your first submittal and wishing you great success! 👍🙏

[@scottcosta7119]

@@photographybyraul I've always edited my photos in PS (my habit from my hobby compositing days), even though people I know recommend LR because of the ease of organizing, but I could never bring myself to learn it! But for some reason... that keywording part sounds like it may have sold me. Thank you again, Raul. Indeed, I will gladly be watching more of your videos. Be well out there !

[@photographybyraul]

Once you start using LR you will become addicted and question yourself why you waited so long. I was also a PS aficionado but with LRs improved image editing capabilities I rarely you PS unless I need to do some very complex masking. For Stock, editing in LR is more than adequate. Enjoy the Ride! 😊

[@carlosvalerio4982]

Excellent explanation, English is not my first language, but i love to see your videos, full of great information, and i learn and practice my english at the same time. Tienes el toque para conectar con las personas!! Felicidades

[@photographybyraul]

Muchas gracias Carlos! So glad the videos are helpful. Buenísima suerte!

[@nightwhite2477]

I always needed this information. And I find that in this video. This video is so much helpful to me. Again, thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you very much and glad the video was helpful. Best wishes and thanks for subscribing 🙏😊

[@nightwhite2477]

@@photographybyraul May I ask you one thing? I watched your videos. And I'm curious about the life of stockphotographer. I also do my best for the photography. But the budget is always problem. Do you still think stockphotographer can earn money? Or the stockphotographer is second job. And should the stockphotographer find other job?

[@photographybyraul]

@@nightwhite2477 As I stated in the video, you should view stock income as supplemental or passive income. With the continued lowering of commissions, it's highly unlikely that a new contributor will be able to earn a living as a full time stock photographer. However, there's still plenty of opportunity to earn supplemental income if you have high quality images/videos.

[@nightwhite2477]

@@photographybyraul I get it. Thank you for replying.

[@gabogavidia]

Maaan!!! you're awesome. Thanks so much you help me a lot!

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks - so glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for subscribing! :-)

[@ramonrios4716]

excellent..! superior work and knowledge.... liked... subed... want more...! chherrrsss

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you and thanks for subscribing! Will be creating a few more :-)

[@adamkrauss303]

Very well laid out and concisely spoken. Count me in as a subscriber!

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you Adam and thanks for subscribing 😊

[@ernestobranaii1517]

Excellent video, full of excellent advice. Keep on providing material, hope this serves as motivation. Cheers!

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks!

[@brsaravia]

Thank you Raul !!

[@robertfowler4216]

Very informative video, thank you Raul!

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you Robert and thanks for subscribing 😊

[@mickyjaguar2282]

Hi Raul this is a great video. In the UK there are different laws on buildings. If it is in a public place, not private and you haven't recreated a 3d model of that building in your photo then it is legal to sell for commercial use without permission needed by the architect etc... I have tried explaining this to one stock company in particular but they assume the rest of the world has US law. The amount of money they spend on lawyers they might actually spare the time to read the law in relation to that and realise it is legal in different countries. Shame as they are missing out on a buck here.

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you Edward. Some agencies are ultra conservative while others are the polar opposite. At the end of the day most will indemnify themselves and push any liability to the contributors that are paid a mere pittance. Such is the life of a Stock Photographer. I have other Stock tips vids so check them out. Best wishes and thanks for subscribing 😊

[@raulpeiroten-ayuso7553]

Great explanation! Thank you!

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you Raul! And thanks for subscribing 😊

[@CanberkSezer]

Waiting for upcoming videos.

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks for subscribing, love your coffee bean video!

[@CanberkSezer]

@@photographybyraul :))

[@imaloserdude7227]

Excellent video. Simple points and easy to understand. I'm looking into expanding my use of photos with stock images, though concerned about the amount of time I am putting into them (not being compensated as much as I want) and the need to use Lightroom or other software to modify pics so that they're sellable (time, money to buy program, learning curve). I am in the research stage, watching video by people who have been doing it and listening to their advice before acting impulsively and regretting it later.

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks! You’re on the right track. Many do a deep dive believing they will strike gold without thoroughly understanding what stock can and cannot provide. If pursued methodically it can be very rewarding. I have other stock tips videos you can watch. Best wishes and thanks for subscribing 😊

[@artistborin23]

Hello from Cambodia! Such a valuable video information. I have been working with SS for one years I sold 86 images and 4 video which earn 65$. So build up portfolio with quality is the key.

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you. Good luck and continue to grow your portfolio with Quality. 👍😊

[@bilfoto]

Great video and very useful. Until recently, I was an exclusive photographer on iStock, but due to earnings that were constantly fallling despite the growth of my portfolio to 12000 files in a couple of years, I decided to be FREE, as you also mentioned here. I think that the profit per most photos of 0,01 - 0,02 us dollars is really stealing from us photographers. That is why I decided to share my entire portfolio on Adobe stock.... Thanks again for a good and honest video. You have a like and subscribe from me.

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you Branimir! There are very few advantages to exclusivity these days. Wishing you great success on Adobe. Thanks for subscribing and check out some of my other videos for stock tips. 👍😊

[@TheFantasticphotos]

Ok awesome video very helpful I’m not sure what stock I want to get in too yet but I am like car photography and I can get release forms for it is that a possibility to do I’m not sure if it a branding type am looking at other possible stuff but right now for stock until I can do more research on other stuff that could sell and yes it’s for making extra money on side for I do other photography work that I change by the hours when I get the jobs since I’m restarting out again in my job I know your a busy person and understand that any help you can give besides what I have seen on some of your videos would be greatly help full thks

[@biodunit3065]

This is a content that is very very outstanding to me. i learn alot. Thank you!

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you! Glad it was useful. Hope you subscribed 😊

[@BondJP-TheLocalTraveler]

I love the content. Very useful for the new stock contributor. :)

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks. Hope you subscribe. 😊

[@Sarem89]

Thank you!

[@photographybyraul]

And thank you for subscribing Ahmad! :-)

[@zweeraven3850]

Great video! So much useful information that I can get in 1 video and def will try to apply your advice. I’m a beginner, just started on stock photography for a month and only got 2 photos approval 😂

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you! So glad the video was helpful. Stock photography can be challenging but rewarding as well. I have other videos you might find helpful. Thanks for subscribing and good luck! 👍 😊

[@zeeshannaveed2332]

I wish your KZbin channel grow fast!!!

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you and thanks for subscribing 😊

[@zeeshannaveed2332]

My pleasure 😊

[@marcoaguirre4785]

You’re awesome. Thanks for your knowledge!

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you, glad it was helpful. Thanks for subscribing!

[@marcoaguirre4785]

I would love to see a video of what you use for photo editing.

[@photographybyraul]

@@marcoaguirre4785 I'm considering making a video on that topic. My basic editing is done in Lightroom and I occasionally use Photoshop for more complicated edits (for example, check out my radial/motion blur video for creating a new look for stock images). As I stated in the video, I prefer to keep the editing very simple and clean - for stock that's the most cost effective strategy. Thanks!

[@factsresearchtv2637]

fantastic content 👍

[@Mrsdls77]

Thank you for this in-depth tutorial. Been contributing to stock agencies for a year, but with no major success. Hope your advice will take my portfolio to the next level

[@photographybyraul]

Mrsdls77 thank you. Don’t give up. Although it’s a difficult time, there’s still plenty of opportunities for those that prevail. Good luck! 👍

[@TomaszTwojFotograf]

Hi Raul, Thx for the video and sharing those tips! Do You know any TIMELAPSES agency which sell them with a fair commision?

[@photographybyraul]

Hi Tom, Pond5 is known best for selling videos and you can set your own price. Thanks and best wishes! 😊

[@TomaszTwojFotograf]

@@photographybyraul ok will check it out. Thx!

[@Barnesy727]

Hi Paul, Fantastic informative video. Quick Q, using the skyscraper image that was rejected several times, for an image like this would you require any building releases?

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks James! A property release was not required because there are several skyscrapers in the image. If you only photograph one building then a release would potentially be required if it's clearly identifiable. Hope you subscribe, thanks! :-)

[@mlmrv1060]

Top tips! Thank you for this very valuable lesson.

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you very much. Glad it was helpful and thanks for subscribing 😊

[@anthonybower3058]

Great tips! Thanks for sharing.

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks! Hope you subscribe 😊

[@egyptiansphinx]

Brilliant advice... thank you so much for your time to make this great video.

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you and hope you subscribed 😊👍

[@DavidWCoxdotcom]

I am very curious about what is a good number of photos and or videos in a portfolio should be to judge if I am making progress. I have watched your videos and see it takes time, a lot of time. Someplace I think I saw a number of photos and videos that would produce some income. I am pushing ahead and wonder what the first benchmark should be to evaluate if I can cut it. What would you or the group says is the first evaluation point. Right now with adobe, I am getting 50% rejection rate so can see it is long-term. Stop and evaluate at 1,000 images and 250 Videos and see if making headway? RIGHT/WRONG

[@photographybyraul]

Hi David, it’s hard to put a number as an initial benchmark since so many factors influence the profitability of your portfolio. As I continuously state in my videos, Commercial Value is the critical component of a successful portfolio. A 1000 image portfolio could be a good starting point. However, what’s the composition of those images? Are they all landscapes? Are they a combination of unique images that will attract diverse buyers? If you are singularly focused on a particular stock category then the quality of those images or videos need to be superior. These and other factors will influence your sales potential. I believe a 50% rejection rate is too high. Examine the underlying theme of those rejections. This is a challenging time to be a stock contributor so your portfolio needs to stand above your peers. What makes your portfolio unique? Thanks for subscribing to my channel and watching my videos. Best wishes for a successful portfolio 😊📷

[@sanjivkumar6225]

Very genuine video and well thought inputs. Thank you very much!

[@photographybyraul]

Sanjiv Kumar thank you Sanjiv 😊

[@romiemiller3093]

Shutterstock is very difficult to work with. I've had photos rejected for false and stupid reasons. One editorial image was rejected for not having a model release, but Shuterstock will not accept a release with editorial photos. It's too difficult to work with, so I use 5 other agencies. As of now, I personally have better luck with Adobe stock.

[@photographybyraul]

Romie Miller I feel your pain. I’ve had the same type of issues. Some reviewers are more reasonable than others that often look for any reason for a rejection rather than finding the value of the image. Adobe is forging ahead, I just wish they accepted all editorial images.

[@AgollaKE]

Very helpful thank you

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you! Hope you subscribe 😊

[@maddiem5921]

Really enjoyed this video, thanks for going so in-depth. Looking forward to your future content!

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks Maddie, so glad you enjoyed it! I hope you subscribed to the channel as well. I've got a few more coming! :-)

[@CanberkSezer]

Thank you Raul, it's valuable advice.

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks, experience does help, good luck! Hope you subscribe to my channel :-)

[@samuk9]

A very valuable, informative video!!

[@photographybyraul]

Ahmad al-fakharany thank you! Please subscribe if you get a chance 😊

[@carstenhoeifoto]

Great tips, thanks Raul

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you Carsten and thanks for subscribing!

[@romiemiller7876]

COVID: I never thought I'd walk into a bank wearing a mask to get money! What's scary is that the tellers are wearing masks! :-)

[@photographybyraul]

Yes how times have changed!

[@sachindesai4340]

Great video....I was searching for a person who is uploading stock photos since very long....just wanted to know how much income can I expect after many years is there any significant increase in income after many years ?

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you Sachin! As I stated in the video, income can vary and is affected by many factors. As a new contributor your income will grow as you add more content with high commercial value. However, the agencies continue to lower stock commissions which has negatively impacted income growth. So a significant increase in income is highly doubtful unless it's a very special portfolio with high commercial value. Thanks for subscribing and good luck!

[@sachindesai4340]

Thanks🌻

[@athenstravelguide]

Your videos are great and very helpful. I have a travel web blog where I upload various photos that I make by myself, mainly landmarks. Can I use these photos for stock photography too or it is not allowed?

[@photographybyraul]

Thank you Spiros! Yes. You can absolutely use them. Depending on the subject, they could be submitted as commercial or editorial content. Thanks again for subscribing 😊

[@athenstravelguide]

@@photographybyraul thank you Raul !!

[@lancemani]

Thanks for the advises.. Really helps for a beginner like me. Curious question for my knowledge purpose. At 13.02, you were showing your best sold image. Does that need a property release? Or you submitted as Editorial image. My question is in related to Shutterstock content.

[@photographybyraul]

That’s a commercial image. No property release required. Thanks and glad the content was beneficial. Hope you subscribe and watch my other stock tips videos 👍😊

[@jijopariyarathu9484]

Great information 👍🏻 thanks raul.

[@photographybyraul]

jijo rajan thanks, please subscribe to my channel 👍

[@jijopariyarathu9484]

Raul Rodriguez done

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks 😊

[@shino_arg]

Hope you can put subtitles in Spanish or do the same video in Spanish. Look very interesting the video.

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks, will look into it and thanks for subscribing

[@kevinjack5184]

My challenge is with iStock. Is it worth it to have to rekeyword everything just to suit their keywords?

[@photographybyraul]

Curious, why are you rekeywording?

[@user-tu7pt4oq8m]

Create more informative videos like this

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks, will be making a few more. Thanks for subscribing to my channel.

[@Usmanali-mn7cj]

Sir can we use canva design's for selling on Adobe stock?

[@photographybyraul]

Hi Usman. Yes, obviously as long as it’s your original content. Adobe, by the way, owns Canva. Thanks for subscribing!

[@commercialand]

Good grief, I have failed on 5 attempts to send minor model release to Pond5"electronically" which I'm not very savvy with.....and I cannot figure out how to attach a photo to a digital release using Adobe Acrobat, nor do I know how to actually send it once its done. And Pond5 does not seem very helpful with filling out these electronic forms which has been a nightmare for me! I did sent Pond5 a photo of model separately however in their upload release section, but if it's not attached and I'm not sure if they still except it? At wits end, any help would be great!

[@photographybyraul]

Hi Jeff, model photos are usually embedded in the release file. I use a phone app called Easy Release to manage my digital releases. The app allows you to enter all the model or property data and you can either insert a saved pic or take a quick pic of the model for the release. The app allows you to email the finished signed release to yourself and the model and can be saved as a PDF or JPG for upload to the agencies. I've used the app for several years and has eliminated the need for paper copies and scanning. Most agencies will demand a single release form so your process of sending a separate release and photo probably won't be accepted by the agencies.

[@commercialand]

@@photographybyraul I have the free version to ER, however I have no idea how to attach photo? how could it be embedded if they don't have a photo of her yet? And when I send the P5 realest to my email, it opens up automatically with Adobe Reader, should it do this? I wanted to go upload this file to P5 which is the only thing I know how to do, Lol

[@photographybyraul]

I have the premium version of ER. Perhaps some of the features are missing in the free version. The ER app allows you to embed the model pic in the release and you have the option to send as PDF or JPG.

[@THEOJOFilms]

What if you have old photos but you need model releases, how do you share profits with model?

[@photographybyraul]

Images with people will not be accepted by the agencies as commercial images without a valid model release. Stock photographers generally don't share earnings with models.

[@ez4u2cthomaspolk]

How do I get my car photos accepted by Shutterstock? I’m using editorial but get rejected for branding

[@photographybyraul]

Uncertain why they aren’t being accepted. I recently got a bunch approved as editorial from a car show.

[@ez4u2cthomaspolk]

@@photographybyraul I know right I wonder if it is the description or … I want to share the photos with you for your opinion if possible

[@photographybyraul]

Send me a link to the pics. Thanks for subscribing!

[@muffemod]

Wait was it really unexpected that they would lower commissions? Supply vs Demand guys! C'mon!

[@photographybyraul]

Of course it’s expected. We just don’t know when that hammer drops!

[@muffemod]

@@photographybyraul Got it thanks!

[@Pvince73]

I am level 3 on Shitterstock and i still get the minimum commission of 10 cents for some downloads. Do you have any idea why?

[@photographybyraul]

The 10 cent commission is from “free trial” users. This commission amount is the same regardless your contributor level.

[@Pvince73]

@@photographybyraul many tx Raul for your reactivity and for your useful reply. I’ve learnt something unique thanks to you! I couldn’t find an answer anywhare.., Looking forward to your next video

[@photographybyraul]

Hi Vincent, glad I was able to get you the answer. Best wishes and thanks for subscribing. 👍😊

[@atlapavan5359]

where can I sell my photos, refer some sites

[@photographybyraul]

Recommended sites are in the video

[@amirzafar7457]

Hello sir I am blind and I have extreme passion of photographie I need your support

[@photographybyraul]

Thanks and glad to help. Hope you subscribe 😊

[@amirzafar7457]

Yes I do. kindly how do I learn photography