MicrostockGroup

they may also have other revenue sources than lucky oliver.

but none the less, what you are saying is exactly my point.

If they don't make sales, they aren't going to get paid.  that means, you had better believe they are going to work hard at getting the sales.  in the end it is either going to be a good site, or be dead.

sites like canstock on the other hand who are a one man show (as far as i can tell), with that one man having another job, don't really care how much they make.  if the site has 1000 or 100 000 sales in a month, it is hobby income for them, so it doesn't matter.  they aren't going to spend the thousands on advertising like shutterstock and istock do.

they look like a hell of a lot of work but dont have the sales to back up the effort

I've also had a few sales when I started uploading, but now it stoped for what it looks like a long time now.
I just keep uploading because it's easy and I really like the site.

I'm just starting to think I do submit for to much non (or very low) sellers sites.
Cuts will start sooner or later!

I am not wasting time uploading until I see some signs of life.  At the moment, I am concerned that they will either run out of money or sell the site.  I don't think they should have taken so much time before trying to attract customers.  Their rivals now have a big advantage.  They also pay a very low percentage compared to other sites.  Why should I take a lower percentage from a site that spends less money on advertising?  It just doesn't make sense to me.

Are people who search Google actually looking to BUY photos though?

Agree it is the easist to upload to if you have all the IPTC done.

I get first page links on Google under my name and/or under names of my pictures. I just assumed that was normal.     Sometimes I get multiple links to LO, BigStock, DT, FT, SS & StockXpert  all in the first 1-3 pages...  Thought that was just the way it worked. isn't it?
       But for all those links to LO... I've only 8 sales.  Beats me...    -tom

Just got my first extended lic. sale -- very 

Hey guys, it's great to see some of you getting sales- downloads are steadily increasing week by week. I know the importance of seeing the dollars in your account, but we'll continue to ask for your patience as we expand our presence.  It's going to take some time to see the same type of activity as companies that have been established for five + years. We're getting there...just keep mind that the market is still rapidly expanding.

Some artists will see more growth than others now- it's key to look at our momentum over months and years.  We're focused on two things- establishing relationships with people and providing education for buyers and sellers.  Longer term this will provide a solid foundation for growth- short term it will be hard to see our progress. We believe this grass roots approach teamed with a strong marketing program will fuel growth.

Thanks for your efforts!