Directory of photo contest?
It's been my experience that contests are a Great way to Spend money!
Most charge an entry fee..
Group- or Club-sanctioned events charge one rate for members, a higher rate for non-members..
Many are for 2D flatwork, framed and ready to hang (added cost).. and figure in shipping..
That said, I've entered some, even won some ribbons, but no money..
Not trying to shoot you down, just my personal experience.. Another option would be to find some local galleries, shops, boutiques, bistros, etc where you can display your works for sale.. Many will charge a commission so adjust your prices up to cover your desired return after their cut..
And, Good luck!
Dave Speicher
I thought I wanted a career.. turns out I only wanted paychecks.
dlspeicher.zenfolio.com
I entered a County Fair where the cost of entry was $2 (+ the price of printing and mounting) and first place was $4 and second $2. Do the math
Shoot, learn and share. It will make you a better photographer.
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Henry Peach wrote: Make sure you read the fine print. There are plenty of contests out there that require you to sign away rights to the photos entered.
Shoot, learn and share. It will make you a better photographer.
fineartamerica.com/profiles/john-g-schickler.html?tab=artwork
Henry Peach wrote: Make sure you read the fine print. There are plenty of contests out there that require you to sign away rights to the photos entered.
Shoot, learn and share. It will make you a better photographer.
fineartamerica.com/profiles/john-g-schickler.html?tab=artwork
Baydream wrote:
Henry Peach wrote: Make sure you read the fine print. There are plenty of contests out there that require you to sign away rights to the photos entered.
That stops me dead in my tracks every time! Sure, practice makes perfect but, unless you learn from your mistakes, you are only perfecting your ability to fail.
Baydream wrote:
Henry Peach wrote: Make sure you read the fine print. There are plenty of contests out there that require you to sign away rights to the photos entered.
Was that purposely quoted twice? If so, message received loud and clear. Thanks again
I haven't read Steve's blog about stock images yet, but I plan to. I have several stock images that are selling but I'm really not making much money from them ... certainly not enough to pay for my equipment. Like I said, I haven't read his blog yet so he may mention something about what I suspect now: research and choose the right stock image agency, as some pay more than others.
Also be aware that they have minimum megapixel requirements, 6-12, depending on the website and, any logos or trademarks that appear in the images have to be edited out.
Don't let me turn you away from it though because it can be a good thing. All you have to do is get your images accepted. They do all the work of selling and licensing for you, then credit your account ... can't get easier than that. Also, any money is better than no money...
Here's an example of a logo that needed to be removed:
Original (with Bulldog logo)
Without logo
... and they accept edited images as well ...
Sure, practice makes perfect but, unless you learn from your mistakes, you are only perfecting your ability to fail.
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