Loe raamatut: «How to make money with stock photos»
Illustrator Recraft ai
© Алексей Сабадырь, 2024
© Recraft ai, illustrations, 2024
ISBN 978-5-0064-6092-8
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How to make money with stock photos
Stock photos are images that photographers and artists offer for sale for commercial use.
They are available through online platforms known as stock photo banks or stock photo sites. The content presented on such sites can be used in advertising, design, printing, web development and other areas. Users can purchase a license to use these images according to their needs. In this chapter, we will look at the types of stock photos, the rules and conditions for their use, and why they can be useful for different types of businesses and creatives.
Chapter 1: Introduction to the world of stock photos
Stock photos play a huge role in the modern world of visual communication. They are images that are available for purchase and use by anyone, be it marketers, designers, bloggers or business owners. Stock photos are an important tool for creating attractive and professional visual content.
In this chapter, we will dive into the world of stock photos, learn what they are, what opportunities they provide and how they can be used in different areas. We will also look at the different types of stock images, their usage, and how they can benefit both professionals and those just starting out in the world of visual creative projects.
Chapter 2: Popular stock photo subjects
There are many popular stock photography subjects that attract buyers and sell well. Below, we will look at some of the most popular stock photo subjects.
Nature and landscapes
Photographs of nature and scenic landscapes are always popular with stock photo buyers. Beautiful views of mountains, oceans, forests, lakes, and rivers can serve as the perfect backdrop for a variety of projects.
Travel and tourism
Photographs of various tourist attractions, cultural features of different countries, and cityscapes are also in demand in the stock photo market.
Food and drink
Photographs of various dishes, kitchen ingredients, restaurant atmospheres, and cooking processes are also popular with stock photo buyers.
Portraits and people
Photographs of people in various situations, emotional portraits, images of various professional and social groups are all popular themes for stock photography.
Technology and modern life
Photographs of modern gadgets, technical devices, city life, and working people are also in high demand.
Themes such as sports, healthy lifestyle, adventure, fashion, and style can also be popular in the stock photography market.
Chapter 3: Technical aspects of creating quality stock photos
Quality stock photos require certain skills and knowledge in photography. In this chapter, we will look at the technical aspects that will help you create high-quality stock photos.
Camera and equipment:
Let’s start with the basics. To create quality stock photos, you will need a good digital camera. The choice of camera depends on your needs, but it is important to remember that the higher the camera’s resolution, the better. It is also important to have good lenses, stabilizers, and additional accessories that will help you get clear and high-quality photos.
Lighting:
One of the most important aspects of photography is lighting. To create stock photos, you need to have good natural or artificial lighting. Remember to use different light sources, consider using soft lighting to avoid shadows on your subject.
Composition:
As with any other area of photography, composition plays a key role in creating quality stock photos. Use the rule of thirds, experiment with angles, consider areas of emphasis and perspective. Choose a shooting point so that your subject is as attractive to the viewer as possible.
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