I failed my initial submission spectacularly-reasons given on 3 of 4 and they were all for soft/camera shake issues.   They have passed SS and DT standards, which I understand is no reason that Alamy would have to pass them.  I can't disagree with the reasons for the rejections, it's just a tougher standard than I am used to. 

Much of my current work is political rallies.  This means low light in crowded press areas.   Would they stand a better chance submitted in the news category? It indicates that the tech requirements are a little looser.  I want to get on Alamy-but I really hate to spend on a good monopod just for one site.  I have a great tripod, but don't lug it to these rallies.

I am a little confused by the submission process.  I think I will like it once I get the knack of it, but I want to be careful not to wind up on that list of contributors that can wait up to 28  days to find out why images are rejected.