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🤍💙🧡 Why designers skip some photos (and pick others)

Published 4 months ago • 1 min read

"You don't need a perfect plan, you need the next clear step and the courage to take it right now."

A quick trick buyers love

Hey Reader

Designers love images that give them space to work with. When you make their job easier, your photos stand out and are far more likely to get picked.

Here's a simple way to think about it next time you're shooting.

  • Leave clean areas for text: like sky, wall, desk or fabric.
  • Keep backgrounds simple and consistent
  • Hold back on filters and avoid clutter.

And instead of just taking one frame, try three:

  • A safe frame, centred and balanced.
  • A creative frame, with angles, depth or texture
  • A text-friendly frame, plenty of negative space.

As you're shooting, ask yourself:

Where could a headline sit?

Would a logo fit neatly here?

This week, I'd like you to pick one subject you've already photographed. Re-shoot it with those three frames in mind, then upload the set.

If you'd like an extra pair of eyes, reply with a link to one of your images, and I'll tell you where I think the copy would sit best.

Nicky x

P.S. I've put together something to make your stock photography shoots easier to plan and more effective. It's a simple two-page PDF you can print out or keep on your tablet while you work.

Download your free copy here.​

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Photography Biz Success

Nicky Sharp, Stock Photographer and Business Mentor

I help photographers earn more and work smarter with passive income strategies that build lasting income. I share simple ways to earn more and grow a sustainable business that gives freedom and flexibility.

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