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Originally Posted by cooperpj
Hi everybody!
I have always enjoyed photography and have been thinking about getting involved in Micro Stock for quite a while now, but just haven't had the time (upto now). Hopefully I will at long last get chance to do this, and am starting to do some research into it.
When I used to read these forums in 2006, there always used to be a very interesting monthly thread on what the best microstock sites were for everybody, and how they had changed from the previous month.
I've just had a look, and cannot see a similar thread on there now.
Are people willing to share their most successful microstock sites?
Any tips on which ones a beginner should try first?
Many thanks,
Phil.
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Hi Phil,
I cannot argue with the suggestions so far, both Shutterstock and iStock are the top micro sites and because of that they are becoming more selective on the quality and content they accept.
When I started all those years ago (3 1/2 years), seems like a lifetime. I found a site just by googling, I had not found any forums, or any other sites. The first site I submitted to was a smaller site with lower sales, the point being it was a great way to learn the business, subject matter, quality standards etc.
I would recommend trying Bigstockphoto and Dreamstime, both produce sales and I personally find they do not get hung up on the rejection reasons of the other two sites suggested.
If you feel so inclined here are two referral links to my suggestions
my referral link to
Bigstockphoto
my referral link to
Dreamstime
Best of luck