IStockphoto - The Love of My Microstock Life!

Out of all the microstock sites I contribute to IStockphoto is my favourite. Why? Well as the comments to my previous post attest (thanks very much guys for your supportive words and advice) the more art orientated shots generally go down like a lead balloon on the microstocks. IStock, however, seem the most art orientated. They often accept shots that others decline as "low interest / wrong type of photo." The great news is that some of these shots sell pretty well too (for me that is!).

I like the review system as well as viewers seem pretty genuine and considered about their ratings.

The downsides? Because of my history so far with them I am restricted to 15 uploads a week which is pretty low (much lower than anyone else). Also it seems to take forever for shots to be reviewed. I know they prioritise their exclusive photographers but sometimes I have submitted three weeks worth of shots (45) before they review the first one.

This is one of the shots that has done OK. The best seller, however, has been the Canary Wharf and sheep one already posted.

If I ever went exclusive (providing I could reach the qualifying criteria) I would definitely stick with these guys. I love you IStockphoto!