Did You Ever Try Selling Your Photography Part 2
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Have You Tried Selling Your Photography? Part 2
Selling Your Photography: Tips and Insights
Have you ever considered selling your photography through an agency? If so, you're not alone. Picture agencies are always on the lookout for fresh talent and images covering a wide range of subjects.
Understanding Picture Agencies
Picture libraries and stock agencies focus on the business of selling images. They cater to magazines, book publishers, the travel industry, and more. However, their role isn’t to provide advice on photography techniques. They are fundamentally sales-driven entities.
Agency Collaboration
Many photographers view agencies as a last resort. If you struggle to sell your work elsewhere, agencies may not be the best fit. To successfully work with an agency, you must produce high-quality images that align with their market standards. Review their websites to see what kind of imagery they currently use.
The Approach
Consider these steps when approaching an agency:
1. Research and Shortlist: Identify agencies that suit your style and subject matter. Observe where your images have been published and how they align with the agency’s focus.
2. Initial Contact: Reach out via email or mail, describing your work and previous publications. If they're interested, they'll request samples.
3. Submission Requirements: Have a sizable collection ready?"first submissions can range from 50 to 500 images. Agencies typically ask for regular updates.
Commission and Retention
If an agency accepts your work, note that they usually take a commission?"typically around 50%. For instance, if an image sells for €200, you would earn €100. Also, expect a retention period of four to five years, with agencies managing the reproduction rights for specific purposes.
Patience and Persistence
Selling through an agency requires patience. It might take up to six months before you see any sales. Agencies need time to process your work, reach out to clients, and inform them about new materials?"a process that’s inherently long-term.
Building a Portfolio
Don't expect instant sales. Regular sales often start only after you have several hundred images in their library. Remember, agencies can only sell images if there's a market demand, and placement doesn’t guarantee a sale.
By understanding how agencies operate and preparing adequately, you can make the most of your photography's potential in the marketplace.
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