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January Stock Photography Earnings: New uploads selling, but for how much?
Dang, Microstock has whooped my butt this month!
I find myself impressed by my new superzoom's pic sales
What have I been up to in January 2024?
Was it a success with Microstock pics and videos?
I take on an exhibit of 10 years of photography
Stay tuned for the Stock Photography Earnings Video!
Help support my channel and buy me a coffee paypal.me/AndrewBalcombeYT
#adobestock, #Alamy, #Shutterstock, #pond5 #AndrewBalcombe, #sellingphotosonline #microstock #stockphotography
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December Stock Photography Earnings: Big Pond5 Sales: New uploads selling
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Three large video sales for Pond5! I find myself in Tasmania What have I been up to in November/December 2024? Was it a success with Microstock pics and videos? I take on two event shoots... and survive Stay tuned for the Stock Photography Earnings Video! Help support my channel and buy me a coffee paypal.me/AndrewBalcombeYT #adobestock, #Alamy, #Shutterstock, #pond5 #AndrewBalcombe, #sellingph...
October Stock Photography Earnings: New superzoom: New uploads selling
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I bought a new superzoom lens What have I been up to in October 2024? Was it a success with Microstock pics and videos? I get into the flow with uploading every other day New Uploads are selling Stay tuned for the Stock Photography Earnings Video! Help support my channel and buy me a coffee paypal.me/AndrewBalcombeYT #adobestock, #Alamy, #Shutterstock, #pond5 #AndrewBalcombe, #sellingphotosonli...
Canon 400mm F5.6 lens: Black Woodpecker, Sparrowhawks in Flight.
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October means migrating birds in the Netherlands and what better species to photograph on the wing than sparrowhawks, redwings, great egrets and wait for it... black woodpecker! #birding #Canon400mm #wildlifephotography
September Stock Photography Earnings: Fall Frenzy: News Story Mining
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This video is late: Too late? ;-) What have I been up to in September 2024? Was it a success with Microstock pics and videos? I get into the flow with uploading every other day New Uploads are selling Stay tuned for the Stock Photography Earnings Video! Help support my channel and buy me a coffee paypal.me/AndrewBalcombeYT #adobestock, #Alamy, #Shutterstock, #pond5 #AndrewBalcombe, #sellingphot...
August Stock Photography Earnings: Summertime Sadness: Hard drive Mining
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What have I been up to in August 2024? Was it a success with Microstock pics and videos? I get into the flow with uploading everyday Adobestock rejects editorial images again Stay tuned for the Stock Photography Earnings Video! Help support my channel and buy me a coffee paypal.me/AndrewBalcombeYT #adobestock, #Alamy, #Shutterstock, #pond5 #AndrewBalcombe, #sellingphotosonline #microstock #stoc...
Field Review Canon R50 /18-150mm - Good enough for stock photography and footage?
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In this video I field test Canon's tiny Budget R50 and 18-150mm kit superzoom lens to see if they're good enough for selling microstock. I shoot photos and video of everything from ships to people and everything in between. At the end, I conclude whether the Canon R50 and the 18-150mm are my next camera combo for stock shooting. #canonr50 #canonrf #shutterstock
July Stock Photography Earnings: Best Istock/Getty Sale in Months
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What have I been up to in July 2024? Was it a success with Microstock pics and videos? Getty/Istock delivers a solid month for once Alamy also picks up with much needed sales Stay tuned for the Stock Photography Earnings Video! Help support my channel and buy me a coffee paypal.me/AndrewBalcombeYT #adobestock, #Alamy, #Shutterstock, #pond5 #AndrewBalcombe, #sellingphotosonline #microstock #stoc...
How to Make Money with Microstock: First Alamy Sales in Months
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What have I been up to in June 2024? Was June a success with Microstock pics and videos? My Animal pics and videos are doing well Alamy finally delivers much needed sales Stay tuned for the Stock Photography Earnings Video! Help support my channel and buy me a coffee paypal.me/AndrewBalcombeYT #adobestock, #Alamy, #Shutterstock, #pond5 #AndrewBalcombe, #sellingphotosonline #microstock #stockpho...
May Stock Photography Earnings: Shutterstock Video Sale Saves My Month
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What have I been up to in May 2024? Was May a success with Microstock sales? What's with the black hole for Sales Alamy? Stay tuned for the Stock Photography Earnings Video! Help support my channel and buy me a coffee paypal.me/AndrewBalcombeYT #adobestock #Dreamstime #Shutterstock, #pond5 #stockphotographyforbeginners, #sellingphotosonline #microstock #stockphotography
How to do Stockphotography: Shooting Classic Cars at the Beach
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In this one, I brave the rain to capture unique classic car stock photos. I also run into two of my loyal subscribers! Help support my channel and buy me a coffee paypal.me/AndrewBalcombeYT #Microstock #makingmoneyonline #stockphotographyforbeginners
Field Review Canon R50: 400mm EF F5.6 USM L lens- birds, stabilization, autofocus, handholding
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I combine the Canon EOS R50 mirrorless crop camera with my unstabilized Canon 400mm Canon EF prime L lens. The results on birds were very surprising. I visit a nearby wetland to test how the R50 and 400mm perform and also test the electronic stabilization for video. I judge the auto focus and animal eye focus on birds in flight and the image quality. The R50 is a cheaper camera, so what are the...
April Stock Photography Earnings: Shutterstock shocker!
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What have I been up to in April 2024? Why the sad face Andrew? What's with all the subscription sales Shutterstock? Stay tuned for the Stock Photography Earnings Video! Help support my channel and buy me a coffee paypal.me/AndrewBalcombeYT #adobestock #Dreamstime #Shutterstock, #pond5 #AndrewBalcombe, #sellingphotosonline #microstock #stockphotography
Shooting a Climate Protest: Day in The Life of a Stock Photographer
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In this one, I photograph an outdoor market and try to capture an Extinction Rebellion climate protest. Help support my channel and buy me a coffee paypal.me/AndrewBalcombeYT #microstock #stockphotography #streetphotography
What Microstock Footage Sells? - My Top 5 Sellers Last 12 months
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Which Shutterstock videos were my top sellers for the last year? What are the best frame rates to film at, 24p, 30p or 60p? Welcome to the Shutterstock Top5 sellers vid, yeehah! Help support my channel and buy me a coffee paypal.me/AndrewBalcombeYT #shutterstock #stockfootage #microstock #makingmoneyonline
March Stock Photography Earnings: Dreamstime surprise sale!
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March Stock Photography Earnings: Dreamstime surprise sale!
How to Do Microstock Street photography: Conquer Your Fear, Day in The Life of a Stock Photographer
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How to Do Microstock Street photography: Conquer Your Fear, Day in The Life of a Stock Photographer
What Camera to use? First Time Event Photo Shoot: What's in My Bag
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What Camera to use? First Time Event Photo Shoot: What's in My Bag
February Stock Photography Earnings: Pond5 Beats Shutterstock and Adobestock
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February Stock Photography Earnings: Pond5 Beats Shutterstock and Adobestock
How to sell photos on Shutterstock: Top 5 Best Sellers of Microstock Photos - last 12 months
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How to sell photos on Shutterstock: Top 5 Best Sellers of Microstock Photos - last 12 months
How to Prepare for Your First Event photography Shoot
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How to Prepare for Your First Event photography Shoot
January Stock Photography Earnings: Adobestock Beats Shutterstock, Alamy Makes Guest Appearance
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January Stock Photography Earnings: Adobestock Beats Shutterstock, Alamy Makes Guest Appearance
How to Sell Photos on Adobestock: Top5 Best sellers: microstock photos, videos last 12 months
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How to Sell Photos on Adobestock: Top5 Best sellers: microstock photos, videos last 12 months
December Stock Photography Earnings: Istock Beats Shutterstock Fine Art America surprise, Adobe slow
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December Stock Photography Earnings: Istock Beats Shutterstock Fine Art America surprise, Adobe slow
How to Make Money with Microstock: Shutterstock Beats Adobstock in November Earnings
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How to Make Money with Microstock: Shutterstock Beats Adobstock in November Earnings
October Stock Photography Earnings: My Plan for Creating AI content. What to do?
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October Stock Photography Earnings: My Plan for Creating AI content. What to do?
Stock Photography and Wildlife, Hobart Tasmania: Day in The Life of a Stock Photographer
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Stock Photography and Wildlife, Hobart Tasmania: Day in The Life of a Stock Photographer
September Stock Photography Earnings: Adobestock on Top: Shutterstock Sluggish
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September Stock Photography Earnings: Adobestock on Top: Shutterstock Sluggish
Tasmania's Bruny Island: A Nature Lover's Dream - Vlog Part 2
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Tasmania's Bruny Island: A Nature Lover's Dream - Vlog Part 2
August Stock Photography Earnings: A lot of video sales but not much cash. Slow month all round
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August Stock Photography Earnings: A lot of video sales but not much cash. Slow month all round

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @corinevankapel
    @corinevankapel 15 годин тому

    Hahaha, I see you found a great alternative for Squarespace! Fantastic! Nice to see, that in spite of the January blues, you succeed in adding lots of sales potential to your images by giving your own creative twist on 'ordinary' things like with the eggs. Hopefully February things will be on the rise again!

  • @anarionpiano
    @anarionpiano 2 дні тому

    Great photos from this setup. Having watched the previous reviews you made on the lens, I’m glad to see you getting such fantastic photos. I’m sure the high shutter speed helps

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 2 дні тому

      thank you, yep with birds in flight, especially zippy small ones I think 1/2500th is probably the baseline. I'm happy with the lens but the adobe LR noise reduction is a game changer for reducing noisy images.

  • @RAMIRELLI-Art
    @RAMIRELLI-Art 2 дні тому

    Do you have to pay a fee to sign up for the Alamy platform?

  • @RAMIRELLI-Art
    @RAMIRELLI-Art 4 дні тому

    Things that viewers would like to know. Is Dreamstime free? can you upload photos taken by a camera, what about smartphones? is there a limit how many photos you can upload? how many per day? a lot of questions few answers.

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 2 дні тому

      Hi there, yes DT is free I believe you can upload phone shots aswell as camera pics but you might want to check their guidelines. I can upload phone pics to most of the stock agencies, so i dont think DT is different. I think you can upload dozens and dozens every day or even more.

  • @mirovrlik
    @mirovrlik 5 днів тому

    Hi Andrew, thank You for sharing good luck in 2025

  • @edgloris
    @edgloris 6 днів тому

    Andrew rocks!!!

  • @JWhyte123
    @JWhyte123 7 днів тому

    I don't think your cat appreciated that! ha ha .. thanks Andrew

  • @alistairm9351
    @alistairm9351 8 днів тому

    An enertaining video Andrew. I really liked the sheet music photographed in the museum - really good 'out of the box' thinking. Also, quite amusing to imagine security guards whispering into their radios about the music nutter wandering around! You held your nerve though. Good to see you back again in 2025.

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 8 днів тому

      Hi Alistair, thanks for that. Yes it was not so relaxed in the museum, but when I put the music back in my pocket the security seemed to relax a bit more. Happy with the results though.

  • @nikonfan76
    @nikonfan76 8 днів тому

    Hi Andrew, your plan for a photo exhibition sounds quite interesting. Let us know how it goes. January for me was also quite slow. My earnings at SS were low as well - only $14 bt my portfolio is only half the size of yours. I think the Gatty and SS merger might have some bearings on it - who knows. I am building up more videos slowly both at AS and at SS as even the infrequent sales bring a better revenue. Here in London, January had been very cold and wet. So, I haven't ventured out much - waiting for better weather to arrive. How's the bathroom coming along? Thanks for sharing about your earnings.

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 8 днів тому

      hello and thanks very much. I'll share all about the exhibition if it gets up and running. Yes, I didn't mention the merger. I'm kind of hoping the regulators might be able to halt it from going ahead because of some kind monopoly they might have on the market but I wouldn't hold my breath. We are experiencing cold but clear days here now in NL, which I love. Hopefully your feb will see a pick up, also with video!

  • @bergertx81z
    @bergertx81z 8 днів тому

    15$ from shutterstock... Didn´t you use to make at least a couple of hundred per month? I do believe 2025 will be my last year in stock photography. I´ve always said that when my yearly revenue declines, I will stop, and in 2024 I only had an 8% revenue increase, and that was due to adding a new agency. Since I started with stock photography in 2018 I put my revenues away in an equity fund, since this is more of a hobby than work income I rely on. And fact of the matter is that the equity fund now gives me 10 times the revenue than the actual stock photography does... But still, this is kind of fun when you get an odd larger sale, but generally lucrative? No. Not for most people, I think.

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 8 днів тому

      hi there, thanks for remembering I used to earn so much! I have been distracted by a lot of things in the last few years though. I'm increasing my uploads to try and slow the decline though. The industry is for sure getting worse by i'm still having fun and earning a bit. Not sure how long it will last though. BTW bitcoin is down at the moment....or do you only invest in the above mentioned funds?

    • @bergertx81z
      @bergertx81z 7 днів тому

      @@andrewbalcombe1338 Only boring old stocks, I´m afraid.

  • @R.G.LovesBooks
    @R.G.LovesBooks 8 днів тому

    I love your sense of humor

  • @patrickherzbergfotografie
    @patrickherzbergfotografie 8 днів тому

    Thanks for the updates again Andrew. I had 72 DL in January for 42 dollars. On Istock I sold the orange kombi camper wagen at Aircooled classic car show, only for 37 cent, so that was not great, but I sell al lot from that day.

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 8 днів тому

      Hi Patrick, i'm glad the VWs are still delivering for you. Keep uploading!

  • @BrutallyHonestStockGuy
    @BrutallyHonestStockGuy 8 днів тому

    Thanks for sharing, Andrew. Seems like you've tapped into a niche shooting Tasmania which doesn't have many assets on offer! January sucks, also hoping for much better in February.

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 8 днів тому

      Hi Alex, Yes Jan is a major suck fest for sure. Tassie is the gift that keeps on giving 🙂I hope you are having a good Feb matey

  • @alwayshardstyle1623
    @alwayshardstyle1623 8 днів тому

    How did you sold that pictures of the house at 14 min? I couldn't upload that kind of photos because it's property of someone?

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 8 днів тому

      I sold it as an editorial photo

    • @alwayshardstyle1623
      @alwayshardstyle1623 8 днів тому

      Thanks! Did you also upload pictures twice? One for commercial and one for editorial?

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 8 днів тому

      ​@@alwayshardstyle1623 I don't think so for this photo. Why do you ask? If I upload a commercial pic I try to make sure there is no identifiable marks logos, property etc.

    • @alwayshardstyle1623
      @alwayshardstyle1623 8 днів тому

      @@andrewbalcombe1338 I was wondering if there is also some profit be made. I don't know if editorial content also will used for commercial purposes. (that's why I asked I you upload them in both categories when possible)

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 8 днів тому

      @@alwayshardstyle1623 That's a great question. But one would have to be very careful that there is no property of people in the comm image. I remember doing that once for a Tesla recharging vehicle. I did one with the writing on the charger as editorial. Then deleted all the logos etc and uploaded as a comm too. Thanks for reminding me!

  • @mzk7774
    @mzk7774 8 днів тому

    Hey Andrew! Book me in for the air guitar course! Is it going to be a public exhibition? Looking very classy and fashionable with that jacket and a bag :) also good camouflage for inconspicuous street stock photography. I had great results with adobe in January, 110 dollars earned, but shutterstock was a big disappointment, 197 downloads produced only 62 dollars. I have been to Scheveningen at Uitzichtpunt Luchtwachttoren yesterday around sunset, what a cool spot with nice views! I took some shots and also some videos, but dont have high hopes, since it is your area, I am sure you have already covered it. Hope you have a great February in stock and also in general!

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 8 днів тому

      Hey hey, thanks amigo. I have to get a lot of permissions sorted if it becomes public, so we will see how that works out. I think it's a long-term project. Thanks for the sign up for the air guitar. My family has banned me from all such activity for the foreseeable future. It was a stunning day in The Hague yesterday so i think you would have got some great photos at Scheveningen. Well done with your sales and I hope February treats you and your wife well!

  • @BandaraThilakarathna-hq6tx
    @BandaraThilakarathna-hq6tx 8 днів тому

    thanks dear ,🙂 this time very early.i brought brand new sony a7rv camera.

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 8 днів тому

      congrats with the new purchase. Some nice imagery can be made with such a setup!

  • @ThePostmillennial
    @ThePostmillennial 9 днів тому

    Just bought this kit as a beginner hobbyist. My only other camera is an original x100. I was thinking I’d bought the wrong camera and should have gone R8 but the versatility of the R7 and weather sealing means I can shoot in a variety of settings, and in drizzle and not worry.

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 8 днів тому

      I also think this set up delivers for the hobbyist and the zoom range is pure fun and flexibility. I'm hanging on for the R8 though 🙂

  • @Martynas_R
    @Martynas_R 9 днів тому

    What camera body do you use with this lens?

  • @alwayshardstyle1623
    @alwayshardstyle1623 13 днів тому

    Hi Andrew, Amazing how much sales you have :O I upload also on shutterstock, alamy and adobe stock. I'm lucky if i have a 2 dollar each month. Unlucky there aren't any exotic animals here in the Netherlands. I now starting to photograph some other categories, hoping this will help. Don't know how you guys sell so much, maybe i didn't use the correct hashtags or something.

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 12 днів тому

      Keywords (not hashtags) are key 🙂, the animals in NL are pretty good actually, I suggest you capture 4k video aswell. there are plenty of tools to help you keyword, AI being one of them. It's hard when one starts out. But we all go through the steep learning curve. If we enjoy the process, we persist. If we don't, then I don't think it will work. Good luck in the journey and double down on the research

    • @alwayshardstyle1623
      @alwayshardstyle1623 12 днів тому

      @andrewbalcombe1338 thanks for the reply. Actually I didn't shoot any video, only pictures. I will consider it 👍

  • @roberttimoney3876
    @roberttimoney3876 17 днів тому

    Andrew a very interesting video most enjoyable . I have been with Alamy since 2016’ and you have given me something to think about when uploading images I Live in the UK. I will look forward to seeing more,thank you.

  • @aprilpsycho113
    @aprilpsycho113 19 днів тому

    Great shots for this camera man! Really glad to see those bird's captures!

  • @aprilpsycho113
    @aprilpsycho113 21 день тому

    Great review Andrew! I wonder have you tested the video mode with that lens? Does it has fully operational autofocus while vide mode enabled? Can you tell about that if you have tested this?

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 20 днів тому

      I only tested video with the Canon R8 with this lens and it worked kind of ok because the R8 only has electronic stabilization (auto focus seemed to work fine). The R6 ii and R5 would most likely do better because of their IBIS.

    • @aprilpsycho113
      @aprilpsycho113 19 днів тому

      @@andrewbalcombe1338 Thanks! If i get this lens i would glad to test it and make some videoreview for that.

  • @orhandurmus
    @orhandurmus 21 день тому

    I really liked your explanation and you. I hope things go well on UA-cam. I uploaded my first photos to Alamy today. I will follow your advice. Wish me luck! See you.

  • @bananaukra3235
    @bananaukra3235 28 днів тому

    Hi. Do you recommend this K&F Concept 64 inch/163cm Camera Tripod? What backpack can you recommend on Amazon that doesn't exceed the airline's size limit for taking on the plane? Thanks

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 27 днів тому

      Hi there! afraid i haven't reviewed that tripod so I suggest doing some intense youtubing on some reviews. Also suggest the same for the backpack. I use a manfroto 290 extra tripod, which is great, but heavy. For the backpack I use a day-pack sized Case Logic bag, which does the job well - but I don't know if these fit your specific requirements.

    • @bananaukra3235
      @bananaukra3235 27 днів тому

      @andrewbalcombe1338 thank you so much

  • @seanaidan4577
    @seanaidan4577 Місяць тому

    HAPPY NEW YEAR Andrew

  • @gerrysmith5597
    @gerrysmith5597 Місяць тому

    Bite the bullet and get the R6 it IS a far better camera m8 - there is also an R^ mk II if you get the money :)

  • @mrhristv
    @mrhristv Місяць тому

    Great!

  • @dirkvangeel1
    @dirkvangeel1 Місяць тому

    Thanks for rhe video Andrew! Best wishes for a great and healthy 2025!

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 Місяць тому

      Many thanks Dirk. All the best for a great and happy 2025 too!

  • @ekala43r
    @ekala43r Місяць тому

    Gracias excelente vídeo, feliz 2025!

  • @WondersofHimalayas
    @WondersofHimalayas Місяць тому

    Happy new year 🎉🎊🌿🙌✨️

  • @BrutallyHonestStockGuy
    @BrutallyHonestStockGuy Місяць тому

    Sorry to hear about your mom, glad to hear that she’s better. Thanks for sharing. Alamy take time to start selling after uploading unless it’s of the breaking news type.

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 Місяць тому

      Hi Alex. Thank you for your thoughts and the Alamy feedback . Your blog continues to share valuable experiences, which help a lot in this AI generated, low commission, high competition stock world. I hope Santa was generous and that you have a great start to 2025.

  • @ИльяХолоший
    @ИльяХолоший Місяць тому

    It's better not to say how much you sold something for on Shutterstock, they don't like that and can block your account

    • @danielstassen813
      @danielstassen813 Місяць тому

      Do you know anyone to whom that has happened before?

  • @mzk7774
    @mzk7774 Місяць тому

    Hi Andrew!! I was just in the middle of cruise ship stock photo session when I got the notification that your report is online, which made me very happy! Family time is an acceptable excuse for skipping one month's report :) Congrats on the pond5 sales. I wish you a great year 2025, many sales and exciting stock adventures (may the northren gannet keep delivering!)

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 Місяць тому

      Thanks amigo! lots of cruise ships in Hobart too. A plethora in fact, even a disney ship (not sure how I feel about that). I'm glad you enjoyed the report and hope you had a good Chrissie and NYE. All the best for a strong start to 2025 matey.

  • @patrickherzbergfotografie
    @patrickherzbergfotografie Місяць тому

    Happy new year and hope 2025 will be a great year.

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 Місяць тому

      Thanks Patrick, all the best for happy and successful 2025!

  • @BandaraThilakarathna-hq6tx
    @BandaraThilakarathna-hq6tx Місяць тому

    May your achievements in 2025 shine brighter than all previous years

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 Місяць тому

      Many thanks Bandara. I wish you sucess and a happy year to come!

  • @JWhyte123
    @JWhyte123 Місяць тому

    Hope you had a great Christmas and Happy New Year Andrew!

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 Місяць тому

      Hi Jeff, thanks a lot matey and I hope you had a good holiday break too!

  • @kigabuma
    @kigabuma Місяць тому

    Thanks for the video.

  • @kuremotokyo
    @kuremotokyo Місяць тому

    😉Happy New Year from Japan Andrew !🎉

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 Місяць тому

      thank you very much for that. Happy new year in Japan!

  • @melissak9750
    @melissak9750 Місяць тому

    Always glad to see a new update video! :) Happy New Year!

  • @Todd_Kuhns
    @Todd_Kuhns Місяць тому

    Thanks for the insight. Here's to an amazing 2025!

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 Місяць тому

      Thanks a lot Todd. I wish you and your family a great 2025!

  • @kittykat2532
    @kittykat2532 Місяць тому

    Best wishes and health and happiness to you and your family for the New Year:)

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 Місяць тому

      Thank you Kitty. I hope you and your loved ones have a safe and happy New Year too.

  • @neohhorkee454
    @neohhorkee454 Місяць тому

    I'd love to get one as it has the digital teleconverter - instant 2-4X TC. But for now I'll run my ancient 70D down to the ground first

  • @MysticalJessica
    @MysticalJessica Місяць тому

    Wow... you caught Night Fury!

  • @theteacher8528
    @theteacher8528 2 місяці тому

    Great to see an Aussie rocking it in professional photography a long way from your former home. Cheers, Ashley, Brisbane.

  • @buddhiherath20
    @buddhiherath20 2 місяці тому

    Can I get photo my phone and sell amali

  • @jimwilliams5099
    @jimwilliams5099 2 місяці тому

    Do you use a drone to shoot stills? I understand videos, but a drone's shot angle can be unique, and sell well.

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 2 місяці тому

      Hi Jim, If I had a drone I would shoot stills and video, but I haven't purchased one yet. It's in the planning however. I hope your December is going well so far!

  • @jordanmoravenov
    @jordanmoravenov 2 місяці тому

    I am just starting with selling photos. Thank you a lot for the video! :)

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 2 місяці тому

      Thanks Jordan and all the best with your microstock start!

    • @buddhiherath20
      @buddhiherath20 2 місяці тому

      I like get photo and sell alami , I made account but i can' t upload photo

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 2 місяці тому

      @@buddhiherath20 Hi there and thanks for reaching out. I suggest you get into contact with Alamy so they can steer you in the right direction.

  • @lauratenveen
    @lauratenveen 2 місяці тому

    Yo Andrew, did you see that Cameranu has 20% off all DJI products? Time to get your drone! haha. Gift it yourself for sinterklaas or christmas! 👀

  • @willemcronje1261
    @willemcronje1261 2 місяці тому

    I seem to have trouble uploading to Istock, do you or anyone else have the same problem perhaps? I uploaded a batch of editorial and a batch of commercial images and it showed that it's uploaded but there is no thumbnail. Added the usual keywords and descriptions to one of the photos but it not allowing me to submit...

  • @lauratenveen
    @lauratenveen 2 місяці тому

    Hey Andrew! I've tried to comment a couple of times but it keeps disappearing, so I'll comment it in sections to figure out which part is the problem haha

    • @lauratenveen
      @lauratenveen 2 місяці тому

      First things first, I love that photo of the falafel, looks delicious! Amazing that Pond5 saved the month-video sales are really where it’s at!

    • @lauratenveen
      @lauratenveen 2 місяці тому

      I took some fall photos in my favorite forest (waterloopbos, you should google it!) and I've been slowly uploading them.

    • @lauratenveen
      @lauratenveen 2 місяці тому

      My October earnings are quite disappointing unfortunately. SS: $13, 53 downloads. Only a few first-time sellers: a vegetable patch, a close-up of puzzle pieces, new drone photos of my hometown and a 'coming soon' graphic.

    • @lauratenveen
      @lauratenveen 2 місяці тому

      AS: $31, 43 downloads, 50% ai imges. Mainly regular sellers. It's honestly so frustrating that I have more downloads on SS, yet I earn significantly more on AS..

    • @andrewbalcombe1338
      @andrewbalcombe1338 2 місяці тому

      @@lauratenveen hi Laura, glad your comments got through and SS has been very dissipointing for me lately too. I do see new files being sold though. Have a great November!