2017-10-11 07:00
Every marketer has questioned when and how they should be using video in their projects and campaigns. While you’re still chewing over whether you should get on board, your competitors… Read More
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2017-10-10 07:00
Spooky masks, pumpkins, creative costumes and candy – our overall perception of Halloween has not changed from year to year. Halloween can also be about colors, and in our case the li… Read More
2017-10-09 12:20
Depositphotos participates in a number of significant industry events. Visual communications are in a state of constant change which is why it’s so important to keep up with all the la… Read More
2017-10-06 14:45
You might be a beginner photographer, or a professional that might brush this article off. Before you jump to conclusions, consider how valuable new found knowledge is. Inspiration is all ar… Read More
2017-10-05 15:02
We often talk about how important editing is for iphoneography. Editing apps can easily make an average photograph shine in your library. That’s right, you can revive your average phot… Read More
2017-10-04 07:00
Working with models for your photoshoots adds another factor to worry about. As every photographer is different, so is each model. Each one requires a personal approach. You have to keep in… Read More
2017-10-03 08:05
A few images can capture mood as well as the ones from rainy days. They make us want to huddle under blankets (unless you’re a photographer jumping out of your seat to seize the day)… Read More
2017-09-29 07:00
“Happy are those who dream dreams and are ready to pay the price to make them come true.”
– Leon J. Suenes
Anya Anti has certainly done so. With her incredible talent and… Read More
2017-09-27 08:27
What is good photography? Some of you might ask. Although opinions on what makes a good photograph might vary, the undeniable fact that photography is crucial to marketing is a solid, well k… Read More
2017-09-26 07:00
International studies have pronounced blue as the world’s most popular color. Why are we so lured by this beautiful shade? Surely you have your own answer. But there is hardly anyone… Read More
2017-09-22 11:26
The choice of medium is so important for artists and designers. How one chooses to express themselves to realize their vision is crucial to the success of their work or body of work. When yo… Read More
2017-09-21 12:22
You probably have dozens of travel photographs that are collecting virtual dust on your hard drives. Some of your best images are hidden from the rest of the world, in hopes that one day th… Read More
2017-09-20 10:37
Do you ever look at a shot wondering why it’s just good and not great? The smallest tweaks and angles can make all the difference. Knowing how to catch these mistakes early on will hel… Read More
2017-09-19 10:58
One of the most wonderful things about autumn is the way nature shifts and transforms. There’s a particular aspect of autumn we’d like to shine the spotlight on this week &ndash&helli…Read More
2017-09-14 07:00
Turning to Instagram for fashion inspiration is automatic for many of us. Many profiles are there as reminders of what we aspire to perhaps look like and maybe even items we’d like to… Read More
2017-09-12 07:00
Featuring people in your projects is one of the best choices because we’re extremely responsive to emotions and facial expressions. That being said, including people of different nati… Read More
2017-09-11 07:00
Just when you thought you had photographed all the possible themes out there, we surprise you with a giant list of unexplored themes. Some of these you may have captured a few already, but t… Read More
2017-09-08 07:00
Last week, we shared 10 photography projects to get you thinking about your own shoots and how to elevate them with a creative edge. Today we’ll look at 10 more projects scouted around… Read More
2017-09-06 10:45
This article will not be about buying followers. It won’t be about ‘shoutout for shoutout’ tactics. Both of these methods don’t get you a genuine following of people… Read More
2017-09-05 09:12
There’s something very comforting about a home with lots of plants. The family of greens is a never ending list of discoveries from succulent plants, vines, flowers and even cactuses… Read More
2017-09-04 11:45
Summer has come to an end much too quick for all of us, but everyone is excited about all the new events that are going to take place this year. This month, Depositphotos will be at two majo… Read More
2017-09-01 08:28
Where do you scoop for inspiration? Photographers have their favourite go-tos for inspiration be it books, movies, music or other artists. Today’s article is really simple – it&r&hell…Read More
2017-08-30 13:05
You’ll find all sorts of tips out there – what to shoot, what not to shoot, the best settings for street photography. You might as well throw them all out the window because stre… Read More
2017-08-29 10:31
We’re all a little sad summer is coming to an end. The days feel a little shorter, the sad leaves on the ground remind us that time is ticking and you’re probably hearing &lsquo&helli…Read More
2017-08-29 07:00
The struggle to find the perfect wallpaper so you can have something uplifting to glance at on your devices is a much too familiar experience for us all. Depositphotos and MacPaw put their e… Read More
2017-08-28 14:31
With a simple flick of the screen, you have your iPhone camera available to you at all times. It’s convenient when you don’t have a DSLR and simply essential for capturing the be… Read More
2017-08-23 07:00
Instagram for business has been around long enough for every marketer to ask – should we switch to a business account? This is an important decision your business has to make and we&r&helli…Read More
2017-08-22 09:23
If you’re looking for trendy drone photography, look no further. We put together a collection of images shot from interesting vantage points all over the world. Drone photography prov… Read More
2017-08-21 14:14
Are you looking to impress your clients and attract new customers to your website? Sometimes a single image can make all the difference to your business or personal website. The main questio… Read More
2017-08-18 14:16
You might recall some of our interviews with beauty photographers Konrad Bak and Anastasia Kazakova. The photographers provided their insights and tips on this genre of photography. Both hav… Read More
2017-08-17 07:00
Evgenii Shkolenko is a videographer who stumbled on the stock business out of sheer love for film and a desire to document real life. In three years, he created a very impressive portfolio t… Read More
2017-08-16 11:30
When you have a website, you have to make some firm decisions about your homepage. Video has been a popular format over the past few years. Videos add a dynamic element to an otherwise stati… Read More
2017-08-15 11:50
It always feels like there are so many books, yet so little time. For every book lover, libraries are like a safe haven, a place of contemplation and appreciation. You can find books on any… Read More
2017-08-14 07:00
Choosing a color palette is one of the most important decisions in the process of developing visual aesthetics for your brand. The right color choices can emphasise the advantages of your bu… Read More
2017-08-11 08:33
Our contributors come from all over the world. For this reason, the ‘Places’ category is of an interest to us all. Where were the top images taken? What are clients looking for a… Read More
2017-08-10 07:00
Every article about email marketing will tell you it’s been around for a very long time. Before the rise of social media networks, businesses would send out emails to inform customers… Read More
2017-08-08 08:18
Pantone has been keeping us up to date with all the latest color trends throughout the years. Today we go back a few years to rediscover another great hue – Neutral Gray. It’s t… Read More
2017-08-07 07:00
Looking for free stock photography? Maybe all the great files you hope to collect are right in front of you. At Depositphotos, we upload free files on a regular basis. This month, we have lo… Read More
2017-08-04 11:56
Photographers have a wonderful gift – they show us a different perspective of some of the most recognizable events, places and even people. They know how to find the right angles, they… Read More
2017-08-03 07:00
Over the years technology has moved on significantly, and most software that we use has a cloud based doppleganger, some good, some bad, but the good news? Most of the online tools that allo… Read More
2017-08-02 11:28
Social media trends change as quickly as we’ve strolled past the mid-year mark. At this point in the year, it’s a great idea to review those trends to see what has been working a… Read More
2017-08-01 10:18
Niagara was said to be the most prevalent color from the Pantone Color Report. It’s a classic shade of blue that we’ve all grown to love for the versatility and resemblance to n… Read More
2017-07-28 07:00
Instagram gives us all a glimpse at how versatile landscapes around the world are. Travel photographers on Instagram show us secret locations, gorgeous and captivating shots of faraway lands… Read More
2017-07-27 08:14
A photographer’s biggest concern during any photo shoot is the lighting. When we talk about natural lighting, there’s no better time of the day to shoot than the golden hour. It… Read More
2017-07-26 07:00
Portrait photography requires a very special approach. Each photographer has their own way of conducting a photoshoot, their own tactics for breaking the ice with models and making them comf… Read More
2017-07-25 09:20
There comes a time when you just need a getaway. It doesn’t hurt to dream a little! Our collection is aimed to get you closer to the escape you envision. These soothing nature backgro… Read More
2017-07-21 07:00
Pitbulls and flowers – an interesting combination that rattles the silly stereotypes. Looking at Sophie Gamand’s work, you can’t help but smile. A man’s best fr… Read More
2017-07-20 07:00
Your email design is just as important as your content. Design mistakes can quickly ruin quality content and great design will always be aesthetically pleasing for your users, whic… Read More
2017-07-19 07:00
Stock photography has been around since 1920s, yet there is still a hint of prejudice in regards to things like utility, accessibility, originality and authenticity of stock photographs. One… Read More
2017-07-18 07:00
Pantone’s Flame is not just any shade of orange. It’s a fiery mixture of both red and orange in a color that’s often present in nature, interiors and architecture. It&rsqu&helli…Read More
2017-07-17 07:00
Travel photography never stays in place. In stock photography, this category is particularly important because the demand is all year round. What’s interesting is that you can have sev… Read More
2017-07-14 07:00
“Architecture is a visual art, and the buildings speak for themselves.”
– Julia Morgan
Architecture is a fascinating art. An architect goes from preliminary sketches to w… Read More
2017-07-13 12:04
Season 7 of Game of Thrones will be out soon, and fans are on the edge waiting to binge watch the new season. We too couldn’t wait for the release and asked our designers to channel th… Read More
2017-07-13 08:21
Recently we narrowed in on the importance of gear in stock photography. Does gear actually matter? Turns out it really does when you’re dealing with a niche genre like wildlife photogr… Read More
2017-07-12 07:00
In photography, we often talk about something called ‘a photographer’s vision’. Simply put, what this means is that professionals actually see the world differently as if f… Read More
2017-07-11 08:53
Regardless of which Wes Anderson film you watch, his style is immediately recognizable. It’s in the details and the immaculate symmetry, the color palettes that are a joy to see and e… Read More
2017-07-10 07:00
It’s hard to ignore the influence of mobile photography in the stock photography industry. We’ve recently covered topics like top mobile photographs, the iPhone photography award… Read More
2017-07-07 11:27
Let’s break it down. Why are editorial images their own category? What distinguishes editorial photography is that recognizable people and locations in the photographs don’t come… Read More
2017-07-06 11:35
A photography business isn’t easy to sustain, especially when you feel like you’re already doing everything that is required of you. Your portfolio is just the starting place. On… Read More
2017-07-05 11:05
If you spend a lot of time on social media, as most of us do, you know that posting picture-perfect images is just not enough to stand out from fellow social media addicts, artists, brands a… Read More
2017-07-04 07:00
Island Paradise – a subtle hue of blue that will soothe anyone in an instant. It’s almost a light turquoise that occasionally is found in nature. Our collection is about Pantone… Read More
2017-07-03 07:00
Anastasia Kazakova is currently one of our top contributors. Her story is another one of a long journey from an office job to a freelance photographer. Her background in advertising gave way… Read More
2017-06-30 07:00
“The IPPAWARDS is helping democratize photography by validating and raising the value of pictures taken with a mobile device.” – Juan Carlos Castañeda
It neve… Read More
2017-06-29 07:00
According to Adweek, Instagram is the second largest social media network. For us Instagram addicts, it’s not a surprise. We spend hours scrolling, editing images, uploading and shari… Read More
2017-06-28 07:00
These days, marketers have to be resourceful. In an increasingly visual world, graphics for websites, blogs and social media are essential for a brand to function on a daily basis. If you do… Read More
2017-06-27 08:49
We’ve covered interior design and architecture, took a closer look at different and artistic doors and windows around the world. Stepping aside from these categories, we wanted to sho… Read More
2017-06-26 07:00
Every holiday is a busy time for marketers since it requires additional promotional activity to get noticed. But with Independence day, things get really difficult. It is hard to stand out f… Read More
2017-06-23 07:00
Last week, we looked at 10 TV show shooting locations and what they look like in real life according to our database. With millions of images from around the world, we’re able to find… Read More
2017-06-22 07:00
Do you suffer from Gear Acquisition Syndrome? There is that common thought at the back of your head that new gear is going to help you improve and produce better work. You can buy all the mo… Read More
2017-06-21 07:00
Basic research will tell you that your customers are very impressionate when you include personalized and emotional images. Things like storytelling and visuals all help create a first impre… Read More
2017-06-20 09:00
June 20th is international surfing day. It’s a day that celebrates surfing as well as the lifestyle associated with it. Over 30 countries organized special events on this day to bring… Read More
2017-06-19 07:00
Following our previous post on making an Instagram post with Crello, we’ve put together another tutorial that will be useful for marketers. It’s true that sometimes you simply do… Read More
2017-06-16 07:00
Have you ever felt the urge to visit a location after seeing it on the big screen? You’re not alone. Movies and TV shows often shoot on location to translate a more authentic environme… Read More
2017-06-15 07:00
Often times marketers need to quickly make a design be it for social media, ad or a promo. Sometimes designers are busy or unavailable. In these situations, marketers need to get a little re… Read More
2017-06-14 07:00
One of the biggest determinants of success for a modern marketing campaign is creativity. When we look at marketing and social media campaigns from this perspective, each one contains a less… Read More
2017-06-13 07:00
People often respond dramatically to patterns. Seeing neatly organized things has a soothing, relaxing effect on everyone for that reason. We are programmed to look for patterns after… Read More
2017-06-12 07:00
There are a select few photographers that manage to capture the elegance and grace of their subjects in an artistic way. Konrad Bak’s specialty is translating the sensuality of the fem… Read More
2017-06-09 07:00
Following the high demand for food photography, we compiled a featured collection to show some of the best shots of food photography our photo bank. To really help out our contributors that… Read More
2017-06-08 08:38
Video is said to represent up to 74% of all internet traffic this year. Of course, for marketers this meant rethinking marketing strategies, adjusting to new trends and catching the waves of… Read More
2017-06-07 10:38
When looking for visual content to compliment your projects, your options are mostly limited these 10 types. Images are the first obvious go-to, then videos and if you’re looking to so… Read More
2017-06-06 07:00
There is a sense of thrill and adventure when you set out on the road. A trip with friends and family entails bonding time, witty solutions to life on the road, exploring places and heaps o… Read More
2017-06-05 07:00
Mario AV, one of our top contributors, turned his life around when he started selling his photography. From a boring and drenching 9-5, he was able to start his own business and succeed in… Read More
2017-06-02 07:00
Anup Shah is a wildlife photographer with decades of experience in his field. His recent series are a timeless collection of photograph captured at a reserve in Kenya. We’re used to se… Read More
2017-06-01 07:00
“Adventure is a path. Real adventure — self-determined, self-motivated, often risky — forces you to have firsthand encounters with the world. The world the way it is, not… Read More
2017-05-31 07:00
Our brains are programmed to look for patterns. More often than not, we are attracted to symmetry. Designers use basic principles of design on a daily basis for visual harmony so that their… Read More
2017-05-30 07:00
We remember the 90s for the eccentric fashion, flash photos, all the great movies and things that shaped cultures around the world. Those were the days! As the world gets covered by a… Read More
2017-05-29 07:00
It’s unlikely that anyone in our library has such a rich, unique and picture perfect collection of wildlife photography as Ondřej Prosický. As one of our top contributors… Read More
2017-05-26 07:00
Many of our talented contributors have dozens of award winning photographs (if not hundreds.) For this reason, we compile reports every year to help you advance in your career. These photogr… Read More
2017-05-25 07:00
Half way through the year, we like to do a little review for our photographers. Mobile photography has been on the rise and we wanted to take a look at our library to see which mobile photog… Read More
2017-05-24 07:00
When you’re looking for images on our database, the first page might not show you the images you had in mind. It goes without saying that you shouldn’t settle for the first image… Read More
2017-05-23 07:00
Beaches, ice cream, BBQ outside – the many things we have yet to look forward to. We’ve been waiting to get rid of sweaters and coats and enjoy the weather as it was intended. O… Read More
2017-05-22 08:56
From CGI artist to stock photographer. A big career leap that was made possible with a great deal of talent and ambition. One of our top contributors, Santiago Nuñez Iñiguez… Read More
2017-05-22 07:00
These documents will save you time and help you avoid extra costs with lawyers.
We often get asked about a very particular issue – how a designer (or any other freelancer) should prep… Read More
2017-05-22 07:00
These documents will save you time and help you avoid extra costs with lawyers.
We often get asked about a very particular issue – how a designer (or any other freelancer) should prep… Read More
2017-05-19 07:00
In the course of a few months, we’ve covered a lot of ground. We talked about topics that are in demand, projects you could take up and general tips for professional and beginner phot… Read More
2017-05-18 07:00
Many photographers see the charm in black and white photography and if you’re at all interested in the art, here’s a good place to start. Converting your images to black and whit… Read More
2017-05-17 09:34
15 minutes on stage is enough time to inspire change. This is certainly true for TED talks that for years have been providing us with food for thought, inspiration, new thoughts and ideas. F… Read More
2017-05-16 07:00
25 years ago, the story about the murder of Laura Palmer in the small town of Twin Peaks has captivated viewers from around the world. This year, the creators of the series will take us back… Read More
2017-05-15 07:00
One of our top contributors, Dusko Jovic, has shown me that nothing is impossible. He came into the stock photography business with a deep appreciation for the art of photography and made h… Read More
2017-05-12 07:00
Creative advertising is one form of advertising where creativity most literally seeps off the page – it makes us think. Throughout the day, we’re constantly exposed to all kinds… Read More
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