How to Launch a Photography Business in 2022

Every successful business needs a solid foundation. Follow this plan to turn your passion for photography into an exciting venture.   Turning your passion for photography into a business is an exciting and highly rewarding endeavor—one that requires strategic planning and careful execution to pull off. You could be the most talented photographer in the world,… Continue reading How to Launch a Photography Business in 2022

How to Take More Artistic Holiday Photos

Holiday photos should feel warm, authentic, timeless. Here, Offset contributor Vira Simon-Nikulina shares her creative tips and inspirations. Vira Simon-Nikulina has made her living as a stock photographer for over a decade, taking gorgeous pictures of everything from scrub brushes to puppies, but she’s probably best known for her holiday photos. Utilizing rich fabrics, vintage… Continue reading How to Take More Artistic Holiday Photos

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Photographer in 2022

Want to become a photographer but don’t know where to start? Check out this syllabus, packed with resources from Shutterstock Academy. Almost everyone has access to a camera and simple editing software these days, paving the way for a new generation of amateur photographers. But, how does one exit the rookie realm and take their… Continue reading Your Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Photographer in 2022

The Great Salad Debate: One Salad to Rule Them All

Some questions are just too important to ignore, which is why Shutterstock’s content marketing team has taken it upon itself to answer them. After reading this round table discussion about the DNA of salad, we simply ask: What say you? The Players Jennifer Braunschweiger, representing the West Coast. Bridget Johnston, representing the Midwest. Joe Wolff,… Continue reading The Great Salad Debate: One Salad to Rule Them All

How to Take Better Pictures of Young Children and Babies

It’s tough to capture cute shots of little kids—they’re squirmy and, well, prone to tantrums. Try expert tips on catching special moments. Laura Froese is a photographer and instructor known for her warm, playful, and beautifully-lit pictures of young children. “I began taking photos of couples—weddings, engagements, that sort of thing—but when I started having… Continue reading How to Take Better Pictures of Young Children and Babies

9 Creatives Share Their Artistic Resolutions for 2022

With 2021 in the rear-view, we asked a handful of contributors to reveal their goals for the year ahead. Inspiration awaits. New Year’s resolutions may seem like a cliché, but if used as an opportunity to reflect on the past year and set goals, they can be quite useful—especially for creatives running their own businesses.… Continue reading 9 Creatives Share Their Artistic Resolutions for 2022

Share Your Colors: The Birdwatching Photographer

Meet the artist who ditched his career as a geologist to travel the world shooting dazzling portraits of colorful birds. Everyone has a unique story to share, and Shutterstock has the assets that allow you to share it. That’s why this holiday season, we’re inviting you to receive 25% off, site-wide, as part of our… Continue reading Share Your Colors: The Birdwatching Photographer

Share Your Colors: The Artist Who Delights in Florals

Bright and bold. Soft and delicate. Ann Zvereva’s patterns are as varied and beautiful as nature itself. Here, the artist gives an inside look at her process. Everyone has a unique story to share, and Shutterstock has the assets that allow you to share it. That’s why this holiday season, we’re inviting you to receive… Continue reading Share Your Colors: The Artist Who Delights in Florals

Boom Microphone vs. Lavalier: What’s the Best Recording Mic?

The first step to getting good audio is picking the right microphone. Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of the boom mic and lavalier. If you have a production gig coming up, you’ve likely got your camera locked down and ready to go. Right? Everything is going to go flawless. Right? But, dear… Continue reading Boom Microphone vs. Lavalier: What’s the Best Recording Mic?

Share Your Colors: The Very Hungry Photographer

Food photographer Ivana Lalicki shares how her passion for cooking turned into a fulfilling career. Everyone has a unique story to share, and Shutterstock has the assets that allow you to share it. That’s why this holiday season, we’re inviting you to receive 25% off, site-wide, as part of our Share Your Colors campaign. Click… Continue reading Share Your Colors: The Very Hungry Photographer