How to sell photos???

Hello fellow divers!

I am relatively new to the underwater photography and wondering if anybody would share his/her knowledde on how and where to sell pictures.

I suppose there must be some image banks, agencies or magazines that are constantly interested in underwater images.

Best regards,

Yorgos

There are a few routes, but it's very competitive, and extremely time consuming. You need the right gear (if digital, an DSLR, because of resolution). There are stock agencies, like Marine Themes, and Painet. You need tons of images, and they keep 50% of everything they sell. You often have to pay for dupes (from slides) or have hi-res scans made. You will not get rich.

You can approach magazines, but again competitive. Ask to be put on their needs lists, and you might just have what they're looking for.

You could have your own web page, as long as it has a searchable data base.

You may also want to check a resource which comes out every year, Photographer's Market, which lists agencies and magazines that accept free-lance work.

Good luck,

Marli

Thanks Marli,

I know a few things about competitive markets, as i am a 'land' photographer.

Its a hard job but very exhiting and at times very rewarding.

Your input is very welcome and i'll definately keep you updated with my progress.

It will take some time though, as my next trip is planned for this march to may in honduras.

Regards,

Yorgos