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Agency Based Discussion => iStockPhoto.com => Topic started by: Smudgechris on August 18, 2010, 07:46

Title: Do your initial application photos get automatically accepted into iStock?
Post by: Smudgechris on August 18, 2010, 07:46

I'm looking to apply to istock, I've had two images approved and just need one more.

I've got a great shot of my niece blowing out a candle that I think would make a great stock photo, and could be the tipping point of getting me into iStock (I have no other people shots in the application)

However, I don't want this photo going onto general sale (as it's of my niece), I just want to use it in the application.  So my question is, if it was accepted (it might not be and this question is a complete waste of time!) would it go straight into the iStock collection?  Or would I have to resubmit?

Thanks.

Title: Re: Do your initial application photos get automatically accepted into iStock?
Post by: abimages on August 18, 2010, 07:57

No you have to resubmit them.

Title: Re: Do your initial application photos get automatically accepted into iStock?
Post by: Smudgechris on August 18, 2010, 08:15

Thanks!  I guess I'll give it a shot then.

Title: Re: Do your initial application photos get automatically accepted into iStock?
Post by: donding on August 18, 2010, 10:37

It couldn't go automatically into their systems simply because you'd have to have a model release and this option isn't available when you do the initial application.

Title: Re: Do your initial application photos get automatically accepted into iStock?
Post by: pieman on August 18, 2010, 13:50

I'm going to also let you know that files used in your application approval wont necessarily be approved for your live portfolio. So don't lose heart if the files aren't approved.