DOS AND DON’TS

Do

• Read the small print about submitting images to image libraries, and make sure that your images meet all of the criteria, that includes correct image resolution, sizes and specs

• Spend time researching and keywording your images to make sure they’re what buyers are looking for and are easy to find

• Check that every image that you submit is technically perfect; they need to be pin-sharp, have low noise and be free of defects, such as chromatic aberration or other distortions

Don’t

• Expect to get huge amounts of cash when you start out. It will take months – or even years – to generate enough images to make significant amounts of money

• Expect every image to be accepted, particularly when you start out. It may be that the agency simply has too many similar images on its site already

• Forget to get model and property release forms signed for as many images as possible. This will ensure that they are available to the maximum number of buyers