Author Topic: Stocksy - Are You Curious? Response? (Read 98998 times)

BImages · « **Reply #225 on:** February 24, 2013, 16:41 »

Can someone be kicked out or Getty/Istock for being a "founder/owner" on Stocksy?
That would means if you get accepted, you might just be kicked out like Sean was...
You won't be just contributors, but owners since it's a co-op..

aeonf · « **Reply #226 on:** February 24, 2013, 17:15 »

Quote from: EmberMike on February 24, 2013, 15:13

Quote from: cuethesun on February 24, 2013, 07:04
As I understand it, that is exactly the approach stocksy is taking. Image exclusivity, but not artist.

Is this confirmed? Or are we just speculating...

Confirmed.

EmberMike · « **Reply #227 on:** February 24, 2013, 17:17 »

Quote from: aeonf on February 24, 2013, 17:15

Confirmed.

Thanks!

luissantos84 · « **Reply #228 on:** February 24, 2013, 17:19 »

and its time for a nice cup of tea hmmmm green for today!

jatrax · « **Reply #229 on:** February 24, 2013, 17:36 »

Quote from: luissantos84 on February 24, 2013, 17:19

and its time for a nice cup of tea hmmmm green for today!

That's a great idea, Ill be right back..........

meldayus · « **Reply #230 on:** February 24, 2013, 17:44 »

Quote from: Buzbuzzer on February 24, 2013, 16:41

Can someone be kicked out or Getty/Istock for being a "founder/owner" on Stocksy?
That would means if you get accepted, you might just be kicked out like Sean was...
You won't be just contributors, but owners since it's a co-op..

Possibly. But really it should only be if you're exclusive and you're actually selling images when the site goes live. Expressing an interest and being accepted shouldn't get you kicked off, as far as I'm concerned - you might not like their terms, etc and not ever submit any content. If you're not exclusive at IS, then you should be able to do what you want, without penalty. However, in the end IS can do what they want, as they've already shown.

mlwinphoto · « **Reply #231 on:** February 24, 2013, 18:47 »

Quote from: meldayus on February 24, 2013, 17:44

Quote from: Buzbuzzer on February 24, 2013, 16:41
Can someone be kicked out or Getty/Istock for being a "founder/owner" on Stocksy?
That would means if you get accepted, you might just be kicked out like Sean was...
You won't be just contributors, but owners since it's a co-op..

Possibly. But really it should only be if you're exclusive and you're actually selling images when the site goes live. Expressing an interest and being accepted shouldn't get you kicked off, as far as I'm concerned - you might not like their terms, etc and not ever submit any content. If you're not exclusive at IS, then you should be able to do what you want, without penalty. However, in the end IS can do what they want, as they've already shown.

I doubt you'll hear from any iStock exclusive saying that they have joined up with Stocksy until after Mar 25. I wouldn't be surprised if Getty does some head hunting over the next few weeks.

Silken Photography · « **Reply #232 on:** February 24, 2013, 19:40 »

Add me to the list - sent links in, not optimistic given my level of experience but I figure it can't hurt to try (well, except a bruise to the ego, but I'll cope!). What I know of the ethos of Stocksy is right up my alley and something I want to support.

Exciting times, huh?

m-studio · « **Reply #233 on:** February 25, 2013, 04:00 »

So it looks I'm the first one that was rejected..:S ->

Your Stocksy application was declined. Our Editors felt that your images weren't what we were looking for in our collection.
It was a difficult decision because you are obviously a very talented artist.
We wish you the best in your future endeavours and we would be happy to look at your portfolio again next year.

I've submitted 10 images, technically perfect
-6 people(yoga,tablet..)
-2 technology
-1 3d
-1 food

I really don't know what are they looking for;)

Good luck to everyone that applied;)

etienjones · « **Reply #234 on:** February 25, 2013, 04:35 »

Life goes on . . . . . . .

ShadySue · « **Reply #235 on:** February 25, 2013, 04:41 »

Quote from: m-studio on February 25, 2013, 04:00

So it looks I'm the first one that was rejected..:S ->

Your Stocksy application was declined. Our Editors felt that your images weren't what we were looking for in our collection.
It was a difficult decision because you are obviously a very talented artist.
We wish you the best in your future endeavours and we would be happy to look at your portfolio again next year.

I've submitted 10 images, technically perfect
-6 people(yoga,tablet..)
-2 technology
-1 3d
-1 food

I really don't know what are they looking for;)

Good luck to everyone that applied;)

It's strange they're not saying what they want, other than 'not traditional stock' so that people can curate their submission accordingly.

sharpshot · « **Reply #236 on:** February 25, 2013, 05:07 »

Next year is a long time to wait to apply again. They should really give people a chance after they've launched and we can see what they do want. But I suppose it could take a year for them to establish themselves and it might not be worth getting in now anyway.

BaldricksTrousers · « **Reply #237 on:** February 25, 2013, 05:21 »

Is there some submission process other than "send us a link to your portfolio"?

Are they talking about some boutique, niche, premium-price agency, or are they talking about a microstock site? I'm somewhat confused.

sharpshot · « **Reply #238 on:** February 25, 2013, 05:38 »

The only submission process so far is sending a link to your portfolio or images on flickr etc.
It looks like it will be a small collection of high quality exclusive images with a Vetta like style but that's just my guess as the sites not launched yet. Doesn't look like they want to have another typical microstock site.

fotografer · « **Reply #239 on:** February 25, 2013, 05:51 »

You can also get invites from certain people that are already part of it.

meldayus · « **Reply #240 on:** February 25, 2013, 05:56 »

Hmmm, it isn't sounding promising that many people will get accepted. The only thing to bear in mind is that those who are accepted may not be able to say so until the site goes live. So, in the meantime, we may hear of lots of rejections and no acceptances.

m-studio · « **Reply #241 on:** February 25, 2013, 05:59 »

We will see on 25. what they want.

I've applied because currently the IS situation is... So If I would get in this it would be the sign to drop the crown and start independent and img. excl. with stocksy.
Apparently my images are not what they want.

@BaldricksTrousers Yes there is an submission process you receive an invitation email.
On the welcome page there is a Bruce's welcome video, formula for the % etc etc..
The "inside" is really clean and fresh..(design,drag and drop upload..)

I agree with you sharpshot they will need some time to get on the market but for now I have an really good feeling that they know what they are doing;D

My opinion is that they want outstanding photos, conceptual, artistic I don't see any other reason for my photos to be declined really not. I burned my opportunity...:S

meldayus · « **Reply #242 on:** February 25, 2013, 06:10 »

Thanks for letting us know a little about your experience, sorry you didn't get in.

BaldricksTrousers · « **Reply #243 on:** February 25, 2013, 06:19 »

thanks for the info m-studio. Can't say I'm wildly hopeful if it's a vetta-type gallery.

Anyka · « **Reply #244 on:** February 25, 2013, 07:13 »

Quote from: m-studio on February 25, 2013, 04:00

So it looks I'm the first one that was rejected..:S ->

Your Stocksy application was declined. Our Editors felt that your images weren't what we were looking for in our collection.
It was a difficult decision because you are obviously a very talented artist.
We wish you the best in your future endeavours and we would be happy to look at your portfolio again next year.

I've submitted 10 images, technically perfect
-6 people(yoga,tablet..)
-2 technology
-1 3d
-1 food

I really don't know what are they looking for;)

Good luck to everyone that applied;)

Why did you submit 10 images instead of sending a link to your portfolio ?

m-studio · « **Reply #245 on:** February 25, 2013, 07:38 »

When you send them the link they will send you(if your portfolio promising) the invitation to sign-up and upload 10 photos...
In this way they invite who they want..

rubyroo · « **Reply #246 on:** February 25, 2013, 08:17 »

Quote from: Buzbuzzer on February 24, 2013, 16:41

Can someone be kicked out or Getty/Istock for being a "founder/owner" on Stocksy?
That would means if you get accepted, you might just be kicked out like Sean was...
You won't be just contributors, but owners since it's a co-op..

That's a worrying thought. I'm beginning to think it might be better wait until after the launch and look at this when their requirements and their contract details are clearer. I also wouldn't want to be blocked from applying for a whole year due to lack of information.

luissantos84 · « **Reply #247 on:** February 25, 2013, 08:21 »

m-studio, sorry to hear, how long it took since the portfolio link was sent? looks like they are working fast

Mantis · « **Reply #248 on:** February 25, 2013, 08:28 »

I think we've heard but two of many forthcoming "thanks but no thanks" responses. But if Stocksy is indeed very specialized, then I wouldn't worry too much about them influencing sales on the other micros. Without that broad mix of images, their buyer base will be just as niche as their collection.

m-studio · « **Reply #249 on:** February 25, 2013, 08:39 »

@luissantos84 actually I've got an invitation by a "member" so I can't give you the answer...
The 10 photos review took 3 days I think.

Folks don't get down on my rejections maybe were just my pics not suitable and yours will be..

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