Hi
I have tried searching this topic on the discussion board because I know it has been covered before but to no avail.
So i would like to ask is anyone successful on selling photos via the redbubble website. Or is there any other sites that are around. I don't expect to sell many (or any) and certainly won't won't make a fortune. But it would be lovely to have a few photos on a site where people could purchase them. I would prefer a site that does all the work for you as I do not want the hassle of complaints or problems that arise own doing the printing yourself via a printing service.
I mainly photograph animals, wildlife but is it ok to also sell photos of buildings or taken in a train station, or a street as long as there is no people in them.
Looking forward to reading the responses and your experiences of selling photos.
I'll be really interested to follow this discussion. I use red bubble to sell my digital art but it is normally sold on clothing and tote bags. I won't be giving up my day job ... :)
I've sold quite a few cards over the years on RB but the amount for the photographer is not great. 30 or so sales later I have yet to get any cash! I think you have to earn a minimum of £25 before you see a cheque so I have a way to go yet ...
@fbailey Thank you, It must be a happy feeling when someone makes a purchase. So it's nice knowing that redbubble can work. Do you put your photos into groups on redbubble when you upload them to get more noticed? I know that I won't make a lot but it would be so nice just to make a few sales.
I have heard of Eyeem but that looks a bit too professional for me :-)
@bizziebeeme I liked RB a lot, very friendly site. You can see my portfolio under FelicityB if you'd like to take a look. Mainly dogs and flowers with the odd landscape thrown in. It's a fantastic buzz if someone actually buys something you have shot, even if you only get about 20p or so building up in your 'pot'. The best thing for me about the site is that you can retrieve a copy of your pictures from there should you lose them at any time. I used to put mine in little collections and add them to the various groups on the site for maximum exposure. One of the girls I 'met' there still sends Christmas cards after 12 years or so:)
@padlock Thank you, I have had a look but it looks rather professional. Is it free as not sure I really want to pay for a service as I know its hard work trying to sell photos with so many photographers but just thought it would be a nice if I could sell a few here and there.
I am not interested in selling my pictures but can imagine it is rewarding. I get excited to see my scrap pages used in my teachers newsletter and videos. Make sure you deal with a legit site.
@peadar - they don't like photos of buildings or structures or national items such as Parliament House etc. The photos need to be of high quality. Generally they will accept most subjects. I suggest you try and upload a wide range of subjects. It might be slow to sell photos to begin with but the sales will start to come through. You will need to be thorough with your tagging.
@peadar I have some photos with Adobe Stock and agree with @nicolecampbell. However, the photos I’ve sold through there have only generated about 25 cents each and you have to have a total of $50 before they’ll pay out. Also, they require you to fill in US tax forms even if you don’t live in the US.
I’ve had more success and earned more per photo with EyeEm. But, it does take work as each photo has to be properly tagged (in order to be discovered) and you may need to get a release signed if people/buildings can be easily identified. Finally, you’ll need to upload thousands of photos in order to have a shot at making a half decent return. Don’t give up your day job just yet :)
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I have heard of Eyeem but that looks a bit too professional for me :-)
I’ve had more success and earned more per photo with EyeEm. But, it does take work as each photo has to be properly tagged (in order to be discovered) and you may need to get a release signed if people/buildings can be easily identified. Finally, you’ll need to upload thousands of photos in order to have a shot at making a half decent return. Don’t give up your day job just yet :)