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Messages - rimglow
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501
« on: November 30, 2011, 15:13 »
Go to Portfolio > Order by: > Choose from the drop down menu.
502
« on: November 27, 2011, 18:19 »
More are starting to show up now, but not all yet.
Maybe I complained too early, or maybe my email is being addressed.
503
« on: November 27, 2011, 16:06 »
They've been live for 3 days. I performed my search today.
504
« on: November 27, 2011, 14:14 »
After uploading, I did a keyword search for my photos, and discovered that over 60 did not show up. I checked, and the keywords show up in the photo, and are also included in the title. I emailed them about it. I think they have a major search engine problem and I hope they get it sorted out soon. Otherwise, it's useless to contribute there.
505
« on: November 25, 2011, 16:26 »
I just got 339 of my photos accepted. No rejections, but none are showing up yet in keyword searches.
I wonder how long it takes to translate all of my keywords?
506
« on: November 22, 2011, 13:01 »
Maybe the attraction is that The website can be viewed in English, Japanese, Chinese (simplified), and Korean.
507
« on: November 22, 2011, 12:42 »
Maybe it's a dumb question, but why wouldn't the asian market not just use the established top tier agencies? Aren't all agencies catering to a global market?
508
« on: November 21, 2011, 15:58 »
A BIG thank you!
I'm very impressed with your relationship with this forum. I wish you continued success.
509
« on: November 11, 2011, 09:06 »
I just found out that after you connect to ftp, you should browse to 'bulk import'->'photos'..i think in this case, one doesn't has to move every singles file manually..
I have to agree that the upload process is clunky at best. Why do we have to manually enter the name again? Why do we have to wait and come back later to submit?
I also suggest you visit your top tier competition and learn how to do it in a more professional and efficient manner.
I don't use ftp. I submit one at a time, as they are finished, from post processing.
510
« on: November 10, 2011, 12:50 »
I have to agree that the upload process is clunky at best. Why do we have to manually enter the name again? Why do we have to wait and come back later to submit?
I also suggest you visit your top tier competition and learn how to do it in a more professional and efficient manner.
511
« on: November 08, 2011, 10:49 »
...(if I am not vigilant enough to keep my images from being moved to "free" section automatically). ...
OT, you do know that you can set your unsold images to be removed automatically instead of being tossed into the free section right?
No need to be vigilant.
I can find no way to set unsold images to be removed automatically instead of being tossed into the free section. How do you do that?
512
« on: November 02, 2011, 08:28 »
Post a link to your portfolio and we'll tell you. 
513
« on: October 26, 2011, 16:36 »
I think some of you are getting carried away by using the "ten images" template for a collage. It can be as simple as two images.
As far as clients not wanting to spend $40 for a hi-res image, you've got to be kidding. Most of these clients are high dollar ad agencies.
Yes, but if you don't get even a full resolution image with the $40, they might choose the "non-collage" image at $10.
Perhaps I need to explain my point once more.
Two photographers, Photographer A and Photographer B shoot an object with similar 24 mpix camera with 6000*4000 pixels resolution.
Photographer A resizes the image smaller to 1500*1000 pixels and put it in a collage with 11 other files. Photographer B submits the image as a separate image at 6000*4000 pixels.
Customer needs an image to fill out a whole spread in a magazine. Which image is he going to buy?
Why resize smaller? I don't. Why create a collage with 11 images? The preview image would be so small no one would click on it. Always consider what the preview will look like. But to answer your question, the client will always choose the image that suites their needs the best.
514
« on: October 26, 2011, 16:10 »
I think some of you are getting carried away by using the "ten images" template for a collage. It can be as simple as two images.
As far as clients not wanting to spend $40 for a hi-res image, you've got to be kidding. Most of these clients are high dollar ad agencies.
Yes, but if you don't get even a full resolution image with the $40, they might choose the "non-collage" image at $10.
Perhaps I need to explain my point once more.
Two photographers, Photographer A and Photographer B shoot an object with similar 24 mpix camera with 6000*4000 pixels resolution.
Photographer A resizes the image smaller to 1500*1000 pixels and put it in a collage with 11 other files. Photographer B submits the image as a separate image at 6000*4000 pixels.
Customer needs an image to fill out a whole spread in a magazine. Which image is he going to buy?
The point is, Rimglow, is that the image was rejected for being simple. It it is too simple, why would I want to include it in a collage?
I understand your point. The reason for the rejection is ridiculous. I have an isolated toothpick that was accepted by Dreamstime and has sold. Can't get much simpler than that. But if you create a collage with 2 camshafts then you would probably get a different reviewer and get accepted. Sometimes you just have to play the game.
515
« on: October 26, 2011, 15:36 »
It was difficult for me to accept the fact that simple vector is bad vector in Microstock twisted logic (although my experience is - simpler vector - better sales). As for photography I don't understand it at all. Is it forbidden to upload images of unicolor objects on white background? Or spherical unicolor objects on white background? Anything on white background that is not zen stone?
I believe that collages sell well. But selling ten images for the price of one - it is such a great deal as uploading to PhotoSpin. Maybe it makes sense with old images with no or few downloads. But I wouldn't make collages of new images if they are accepted on other sites as single images.
I can see bright future of microstock clearly - no, we are not going to cut commissions anymore but now we accept only collages of minimum twenty images.
I think some of you are getting carried away by using the "ten images" template for a collage. It can be as simple as two images. As far as clients not wanting to spend $40 for a hi-res image, you've got to be kidding. Most of these clients are high dollar ad agencies.
516
« on: October 26, 2011, 15:07 »
My experience with collages is positive. About a third of my sales are collages, and I saw it as a marketing tool a long time ago.
Just another way to set you apart from others.
517
« on: October 17, 2011, 12:32 »
Personally I just don't pay attention to any posters who don't include a portfolio link. I just assume they are not serious Microstockers, and are therefore irrelevant to my interests.
Bad assumption.
Sorry, I wasn't paying attention.
518
« on: October 17, 2011, 11:40 »
Personally I just don't pay attention to any posters who don't include a portfolio link. I just assume they are not serious Microstockers, and are therefore irrelevant to my interests.
519
« on: October 03, 2011, 09:17 »
I suggest you read the rave reviews Veer got after listening the posters here, regarding ELs. http://www.microstockgroup.com/veer-marketplace/veer-subscription-royalties-update/"How refreshing to hear a stock site (Veer) listening to the contributors and adjusting things accordingly. There are a few other sites that could take a lesson from you and I wish you all the luck in the world to take you to the top."
520
« on: October 01, 2011, 08:38 »
"If you are selling images at prices
much lower than the top 4 microstock sites then you might want to
review your options."
Chad Bridwell
Director of Operations
Fotolia.com
521
« on: September 30, 2011, 11:15 »
What if I undercut Fotilia's price on photos sold from my personal website? Will I have to raise my prices to match Fotlia's?
Not if you don't tell 'em! Seriously though, FT has to police this measure that they've announced and remember, it's arbitrary. My guess would also be that it's illegal anyway. Since when, as an independent supplier of a commodity/service can you be forced to reveal who all your other customers are and at what price you supply them?
I sell the same stock photos from my personal website. The prices are there for all to see.
522
« on: September 30, 2011, 11:11 »
There's a TON of negativity here and elsewhere (which has me scratching my head as to why people keep doing this but that's a different topic).
Not surprising. Anonymity allows posters to vent and rant about perceived injustices. Not many go to forums to sing praises or brag about how well they are doing.
523
« on: September 30, 2011, 08:58 »
Hate it! What lame focus group thought this was a good idea? If my bank (Chase) doesn't need it, why does a middle tier stock agency feel the need?
524
« on: September 30, 2011, 08:44 »
What if I undercut Fotilia's price on photos sold from my personal website? Will I have to raise my prices to match Fotlia's?
525
« on: September 29, 2011, 15:37 »
What about the partner programs of the top 4? Can we still opt in without a penalty?
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