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10/19/2004 06:16:29 PM · #176 |
Originally posted by muckpond:
Long story short: I've not yet made up my mind on selling photos at a cheapo site, but so far my faith in iStockPhoto is pretty much shot. |
The first two images they rejected of mine are not noisy, I think the guy writing the queries just doesn't know what else to call it, I mean they're not crystal clear At 100% because it's nearly poster size, and I'm not using topnotch glass. Anyhow, I wouldn't sell good images to be used at that size, for that price, no way no how! So I guess, this is a moot point.
Message edited by author 2004-10-19 18:16:51. |
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10/19/2004 07:07:10 PM · #177 |
Originally posted by muckpond:
Originally posted by thatcloudthere:
Edit: To do the white background stuff...do you lasso and cut, or how do you do that? I've been increasing the contrast on a seperate layer, then using the wand to select the non-subject area and I make some adjustments to what is selected...then increasing lightness on the non-subject area to pure white. Does that make sense, or is there a better way? |
Aaauuuuuuuugggggghhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!! *gasp* *shock* *horror*
As someone who uses stock photos extensively, and is a clipping path "guru," I can tell you that the best way to do the clipping path is with the pen tool and some patience. Your method might work on some select photos, but one photo with a poorly-knocked-out background can completely ruin a designer's day.
My 2 cents.
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It really depends on the subject. If it is regularly-shaped, it's fairly easy to create the clipping path directly with the pen tool.
But if it is a fairly detailed image, I find it easier to paint a soft-edged mask to knock out the background and delete it, or, once you have an accurate selection, use THAT to generate the clipping path. |
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10/19/2004 07:13:24 PM · #178 |
| Sorry, I just have to ask again...is there any way to make a clipping path in PS elements? |
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10/19/2004 07:39:46 PM · #179 |
I don't have Elements, but see if you have a Paths palette (usually grouped with Layers and Channels). If you do, when you have an active selection, use Make Work Path to convert the selection to a path, then the Clipping Path option -- you'll probably have to save the path first.
Also, check in the Toolbox to see if you have a Pen tool. If so, you can draw Bezier paths directly with that, then use the Paths palette to save it as a Clipping Path. Use the other tools under the Pen to move the points around. |
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10/19/2004 07:50:25 PM · #180 |
Nope, I just confirmed...no paths palette.
Oh well, I'll have to take the plunge at a later date... |
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10/19/2004 08:17:28 PM · #181 |
Originally posted by GoldBerry:
I wouldn't sell good images to be used at that size, for that price, no way no how! So I guess, this is a moot point. |
Nobody's saying you should give them your best images, but if you don't think they're good then why should anyone else want to buy them? As others have mentioned, iStock is a good place to learn what sells. If you look at it that way, it's worth the effort. If you're trying to make money from pictures you don't like yourself, forget it.
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10/20/2004 12:21:42 AM · #182 |
I submitted to Masterfile. The images are here:
Masterfile submission
Just picked some images I thought might sell. Lots more similar ones laying around my hard drive. I'll let you know how it turns out.
James.
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10/20/2004 12:29:31 AM · #183 |
i think those are excellent images to submit. please report back with what they say. i'm quite interested. |
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10/20/2004 12:40:27 AM · #184 |
Thanks Muck. I was going to submit my photo of Lance Armstrong from this summer (I went to watch a day of the Tour while I was in France) but not sure what model rights etc. are in that sitch, it's not a spectacular photo, and I'm not sure how much value something like that would have. There are a million photos of him out there... Here's the Lance photo:
Lance
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10/20/2004 07:41:00 AM · #185 |
Originally posted by jimmythefish:
Thanks Muck. I was going to submit my photo of Lance Armstrong from this summer (I went to watch a day of the Tour while I was in France) but not sure what model rights etc. are in that sitch, it's not a spectacular photo, and I'm not sure how much value something like that would have. There are a million photos of him out there... Here's the Lance photo:
Lance |
I hope you have a model Release for that photo? and everyone in it, stock phtos are different then news photos I think, someone fix me if I am wrong...and you cannot have any logo's or copyright items in the photo...
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10/20/2004 07:52:52 AM · #186 |
Got into istock with my first 3 submissions.
Now I'm uploading lots of old outtakes etc that would only be collecting dust on a burnt CD. Hey if I can make a buck from old outtakes while I'm still learning why not!
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10/20/2004 08:01:46 AM · #187 |
Somebody correct me if I'm wrong...But this just occured to me.
I think I saw somebody say that you got $0.10 per sale on istockphoto? Is that correct?
And then I think I remember somebody saying that you could get a check from them after you had $100 or more built up in your account? Is that correct?
So, basically that means until you sell 1,000 images, they get to keep ALL the money?!
I wonder how many submitters NEVER make it to the 1,000 image download mark, and so never get paid a single penny...
Just an interesting thought. Maybe some of my numbers are wrong... Please correct me if they are. |
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10/20/2004 08:09:01 AM · #188 |
Originally posted by melking23:
I hope you have a model Release for that photo? and everyone in it, stock phtos are different then news photos I think, someone fix me if I am wrong...and you cannot have any logo's or copyright items in the photo... |
Mel, I think the rule of thumb is you need releases for commercial images. Photos without releases can only be used for editorial purposes. |
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10/20/2004 08:09:30 AM · #189 |
Originally posted by dswebb:
I think I saw somebody say that you got $0.10 per sale on istockphoto? Is that correct?
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Depends on resolution, between 0.10 and 0.30 (20% of price). You can calculate with average 0.20. (I now made my first 100 USD after 500 donwloads).
I had the same thoughts when I started, but looking at the speed of downloads no longer an issue for me, but might still apply to others. |
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10/20/2004 08:34:28 AM · #190 |
Okay...I finally got my first photo approved on istockphoto and it's up for the masses to devour! ;0)
It's funny, my photos seem to instantly look professional (in my untrained eyes) with a watermark on them! |
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10/20/2004 08:51:22 AM · #191 |
Originally posted by willem:
Originally posted by dswebb:
I think I saw somebody say that you got $0.10 per sale on istockphoto? Is that correct?
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Depends on resolution, between 0.10 and 0.30 (20% of price). You can calculate with average 0.20. (I now made my first 100 USD after 500 donwloads).
I had the same thoughts when I started, but looking at the speed of downloads no longer an issue for me, but might still apply to others. |
Willem how many photos have you got there and how long has it taken for you to reach your first payment?
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10/20/2004 08:53:32 AM · #192 |
Originally posted by thatcloudthere:
Okay...I finally got my first photo approved on istockphoto and it's up for the masses to devour! ;0)
It's funny, my photos seem to instantly look professional (in my untrained eyes) with a watermark on them! |
Woohoo... I'm right behind ya! they are in just waiting that little tick... Should be available in the next 24 hours I susspect.
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10/20/2004 09:04:05 AM · #193 |
Originally posted by Gurilla:
Originally posted by thatcloudthere:
Okay...I finally got my first photo approved on istockphoto and it's up for the masses to devour! ;0)
It's funny, my photos seem to instantly look professional (in my untrained eyes) with a watermark on them! |
Woohoo... I'm right behind ya! they are in just waiting that little tick... Should be available in the next 24 hours I susspect. |
Don't you think it's goofy that they don't automatically put your three sample photos into the pot? I've been trying to think of why they would do this (there's obviously a reason), but I can't figure it out... |
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10/20/2004 09:11:05 AM · #194 |
Originally posted by Gurilla:
Willem how many photos have you got there and how long has it taken for you to reach your first payment? |
First upload was May 18th, can't remember first download but certainly within two weeks from first upload, gradually built up more, now at 110 images, reached first 100 USD limit a week ago. Now approx at 1 USD per day. my profile |
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10/20/2004 09:11:49 AM · #195 |
Originally posted by thatcloudthere:
Don't you think it's goofy that they don't automatically put your three sample photos into the pot? I've been trying to think of why they would do this (there's obviously a reason), but I can't figure it out... |
Yeah I do find that strange, even if the were pre/quality approved pending completion of details or something would work better. It will be fun to see how these actually do.
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10/20/2004 09:13:55 AM · #196 |
Okay, that's weird...this photo was approved for my sample photos, so
I resubmitted it for the site.
I just got an e-mail back saying "Photo is not in focus"??
Am I blind? I mean, the focus could be sharper but...
Message edited by author 2004-10-20 09:14:18. |
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10/20/2004 10:02:22 AM · #197 |
ooohhh...another one shot down!
That's 1 for 3 so far...I submitted 20 photos to them and now I'm getting a little worried that for all that work, I'll only have a few accepted!
Oh well, live and learn... |
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10/20/2004 10:12:14 AM · #198 |
ThatCloudThere: Thanks for the info. I would be MOST interested if you wouldn't mind telling us how many of the 20 finally make it thru. And I think the one that you posted the image of looked fine to me...
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10/20/2004 10:13:36 AM · #199 |
Originally posted by dswebb:
ThatCloudThere: Thanks for the info. I would be MOST interested if you wouldn't mind telling us how many of the 20 finally make it thru. And I think the one that you posted the image of looked fine to me... |
Yeah, it looked fine to them the first time too! |
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10/20/2004 10:17:34 AM · #200 |
Originally posted by Gurilla:
Originally posted by thatcloudthere:
Don't you think it's goofy that they don't automatically put your three sample photos into the pot? I've been trying to think of why they would do this (there's obviously a reason), but I can't figure it out... |
Yeah I do find that strange, even if the were pre/quality approved pending completion of details or something would work better. It will be fun to see how these actually do. |
I've actually heard of accepting a photographer based on the initial three submissions and then reject the images when they are submitted again for approval. Now that's weird.
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