Individual photos which used to sell for thousands of dollars – thanks to a new concept called Microstock – now you can pick them up for pennies. Nowadays everyone is a photographer. Did you know that you can sell your photos online and make substantial amount of money from that as well?

What is Stock Photography?

Stock photography is a term mainly used to describe the images used by the companies on their packaging, leaflets, newsletters, and websites. Istockphoto is one of the most popular stock photography website. Istockphoto image prices varies between 1 credit per download to 20 credits. Credits are $1.30 each. Image size and resolution are decisive when it comes to pricing. High resolution images are more expensive than the low ones. Illustrations are usually the most expensive images at Istockphoto.

When I have money in my PayPal account, I usually buy some good quality photos from Istockphoto. It makes my blog posts more attractive and interesting to read.

Why Microstock is Good For You?

1. Free to participate and there are no work hours, no bosses and no due dates. Feel the freedom!
2. It pays money which is great given photography isn’t cheap.
3. It is also a great way to educate yourself about the commercial side of photography.

How to Make Money From Your Own Photography

I found great online resources where Microstock experts are telling about their tips and secrets. I am sure you will find the information very valuable. After reading them, I have set my goal to make money online by selling my digital photos through Microstock websites.

I know it is not easy to make steady income from it immediately, but a few years later it seems possible to make a substantial income from it.Read these blogs, and start your Microstock journey from today:

Microstock for Digital Photography Students – Make Money From Your Photography

Microstock Sites: An Overview

Microstock

Getting started with Microstock Photography I/IV

Getting started with Microstock Photography II/IV

Getting started with Microstock Photography II/IV

Getting started with Microstock Photography II/IV

Some Microstock websites to check:

• Shutterstock
• Dreamstime
• Crestock
• fotolia
• 123rf
• Stockxpert

I am looking forward to hear your experiences if you sell photos online through Microstock websites.