This story explores the potentials for the New Media market as of early 1997.
The Picture Exchange, originally developed by Kodak and now owned by Sprint, effectively discontinues operations.
Photographers report very low sales activity. Personnel changes indicate a re-assessment, but no new directions indicated yet. Problems in building a marketable file outlined.
Survey shows stead growth in sales. Traditional sales more exciting than New Media. Numbers show some promise, but a long way to go before it has a major impact on the market.
Stock Workbook has launched an online site with emphasis toward the advertising and graphic design market. Over 40 agencies are currently on line.
Over 50% of worldwide market for stock images is outside the U.S. Recent New York meeting with representatives of more than 155 agencies outlines some issues.
Will AP be required to compensate freelancers for the use of their images in new technologies? Will a new contract be offered? How will the results of this action affect all photographers?
Steps to consider when captioning and filing images.
Photographer supplying images for Audubon Regional Guides should review this article before signing the Chanticleer Press contract.
Many Stock Agencies are no longer charging research fees. Royce Bair argues that may not be good for photographers in the long run.