Great Escape Publishing Member Profile: Terri Marshall
Terri wanted to do something fulfilling but preparing taxes for other people wasn’t it. She started travel writing to see if she liked it, and this year, she’s transitioning from accountant to full-time writer. Watch this video about her transition.
What to do if your stock photo is rejected
Everyone who uploads images to stock agencies gets rejections from time to time. It’s just part of the game. When you’re starting out, it can be discouraging. But really, it’s no big deal. Here’s what an actual rejection from Shutterstock looks like: See? It’s not so...
Becoming A Professional Photographer Is A Great Way To Boost Your Retirement Fund
When I introduce myself to someone as a “professional photographer,” they will often incorrectly assume that I have spent most of my life in a darkroom developing film. But nothing could be farther from the truth. My photography career only began a few years ago...
Keywording tips to increase your stock photo sales
Often, a reader says something like this: “Ok, I got a bunch of photos accepted into stock agencies, but nothing is happening. Now what?” Of course, there are many possible answers to this question, but one of the biggest ways to make your stock photos sell has...
Valerie’s Story: How To Win A Photo Contest
I never actually believed I could win a photo contest. In fact, when I submitted my first photos to a stock agency called BigStock Photo back in 2009, I wasn’t too surprised months afterward when they still hadn’t sold. Three years later, having signed up to receive...