Last year, the NFT photography market soared to $200 million, according to estimates. So far in 2022, the planet’s first permanent, physical NFT museum opened in Seattle, and elsewhere, an open-edition NFT photography sale generated more than $6 million. A painting, believed to have been lost for a century, was found—and turned into an NFT.… Continue reading Four trends emerging in the NFT space
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How to take landscape photos that stand out to content buyers
Within the 500px collection on Getty Images, some of the most popular photographs include landscapes: wild yaks traversing the terrain of Ladakh, India; a lush river bend or a panoramic view of the mountains in Germany; the peaks of New Zealand; a peaceful lake in the Dolomites; a waterfall tucked away in the forests of… Continue reading How to take landscape photos that stand out to content buyers
Tips to help wedding photographers cope with the busy season
2022 is expected to bring an estimated 2.5 million weddings, a 15% increase from a typical year. In fact, it’s predicted to be the busiest season in nearly four decades. According to a recent survey from The Knot, almost 90% of couples in 2021 hired a photographer, making photographers among the most in-demand of all… Continue reading Tips to help wedding photographers cope with the busy season
The best resources for photographers interested in Web3
In just a few years, non-fungible tokens could be part of museum exhibitions around the world—and make an appearance in every major art fair. In the near future, artists could use AI tools to create photorealistic animations, or they could use them to recreate the aesthetic of Dutch Master paintings. On the blockchain, breaking the… Continue reading The best resources for photographers interested in Web3
The luxury aesthetic and how to achieve it for editorial and lifestyle shoots
In recent months, Balenciaga launched a furry pink pop-up shop in London, Dior opened its renovated flagship store in Paris, and Gucci debuted a luxury boutique in Austin. Pinterest named “Limitless Luxe” as one of their top trends for 2022, citing increases in search terms for everything from “luxury powder room” to “luxury kids bedroom.”… Continue reading The luxury aesthetic and how to achieve it for editorial and lifestyle shoots
Faceless photography tips: Why anonymous photos can still be attractive to licensing clients
Faceless photos are trending—at least when it comes to photography. We’ve all seen the pictures: faceless figures in a vast landscape, tourists in straw hats gazing at iconic landmarks, and the famous #Followmeto theme, where all we see is someone’s back leading us into the unknown. When a photo is anonymous, we can’t identify the… Continue reading Faceless photography tips: Why anonymous photos can still be attractive to licensing clients
NFT trends: Character creation and NFT art
Earlier this year, the renowned Los Angeles photographer Parker Day collaborated with the NFT platform Quantum Art to bring her project ICONS to the blockchain. Featuring 200 portraits, the playful series saw Day collaborate with models to bring different “personas” or characters to life. The collection sold out quickly, with many collectors immediately identifying with… Continue reading NFT trends: Character creation and NFT art
VAULT Creator Highlight with thezoekid1
VAULT is an NFT space created by creators for creators, your go-to place for high-quality, curated, digital art from top creators around the globe. The VAULT highlight series focuses on the creators that are part of our NFT Community. This week we are excited to introduce you to, thezoekid1 . Zoe Osborne is a spatial designer… Continue reading VAULT Creator Highlight with thezoekid1
Gender identity in commercial Licensing
According to research from the Pew Research Center, more than a third of Gen Zers personally know someone who uses gender-neutral pronouns, and 59% say that online profiles and forms should include options beyond the binary “man” and “woman.” Half say that society is not accepting enough of people who don’t identify as either a… Continue reading Gender identity in commercial Licensing
Why texture is important in your commercial content (part 1)
A few years ago, research by professors at the University of Washington Foster School of Business, Brigham Young University, San Diego State University, and the University of Illinois revealed that advertisements that trigger our sense of touch inspire customers to purchase products more quickly than those focusing primarily on sight or sound. Markets have long… Continue reading Why texture is important in your commercial content (part 1)