![]() ![]() ![]() Not all scenes work in both landscape and portrait, so sometimes it might not be possible. When shooting travel stock photography, you should always shoot a landscape and portrait version. Getty Images have a great model release form that you download here. Of course, there are times where it simply isn’t feasible, for example, if you are photographing a crowd of people. But be aware that some stock agencies will require a model release even if it is someone’s hand showing in a photo. If the person or people are mainly unrecognizable, or if you intend to sell your shot for editorial purposes only, you won’t require one. So once you have included a person when shooting travel stock photography, it is a good idea to get a model release. It more about maximizing your sales potential by shooting a variety of different images. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take the more generic-type shots. I always offer to send them a copy of the image to sweeten the deal. But if you do need someone, don’t be afraid to ask a stranger. Some scenes are busy enough that you don’t need someone to pose. Including a person in the shot also gives the image some context and shows more of an experience rather than just documenting a place. Including a person can often be what makes your images unique to the thousands of others that already exist. Picture buyers are always looking for something new and fresh. So here are my top tips for shooting travel stock images and how to make money from it. As a photographer who has been involved in stock photography for over a decade, I have certainly seen the highs and lows. But if you are willing to put the effort in and have a long term plan, you can certainly reap the rewards. The competition is fierce and prices have been falling over the last decade. Stock photography is a tough industry to master. ![]()
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