Archive for January, 2009

Fotolia and UGCX: User Generated Conference Expo

Wednesday, January 28th, 2009 No Commented

Hey Fotolian's, come and see us at the MediaBistro's UGCX: User Generated Conference & Expo in San Jose February 9-10. It is a unique conference that will bring together content-trendsetters and business leaders from various fields. Yours truly (Chad Bridwell) will be speaking at the conference, click here for more details. The conference program is organized into four tracks: Social Content, Photography, Video & Gaming, and Music. So come check it out.

Also Fotolia members get a 20% discount off the standard conference rate thanks to our friends at UGCX. Simply use this coupon code UGCXFTLA when you register click here.


Fotolia Announces Call For Stock Video Submissions

Wednesday, January 28th, 2009 No Commented

NEW YORK, NY – January 27, 2009 – Today, Fotolia (http://www.fotolia.com) one of the world’s leading sources for legal, low-cost imagery announces a call for high quality, user-generated video submissions, in preparation for the launch of its stock video offering, which will supplement its current library by licensing royalty-free video clips at microstock prices.

“Fotolia has been, for years, one of the world’s most trusted sources for high-quality, low-priced, legal imagery and illustration,” explains Oleg Tscheltzoff, co-founder and president of Fotolia, LLC. “In response to an overwhelming demand, Fotolia is announcing a call for video submissions. We are seeking thousands of videographers from around the world who would like to sell their footage and make money through their videography passion.”


Fotolia is looking for a wide variety of content submissions – from animation and stop motion to digital film and traditional video. Submissions should be 320 X 240 to 1920 X 1080, 24 – 30 frames per second, and 5 – 60 seconds long. Beginning in mid-February, Fotolia will begin licensing broadcast-quality footage, in a variety of digital formats, including HD video, for as little as $10. Contributors can learn more about the offering and register to begin submitting clips by logging on to http://us.fotolia.com/Info/Contents/Videos.

Since its launch in November, 2005, Fotolia has grown to offer one of the world’s largest libraries of legal, micro-priced images on the Web, offering professional and amateur photographers the ability to connect with more than 500,000 media buyers worldwide – from small businesses and design firms to some of the world’s most recognizable brands. With the launch of its stock video offering, Fotolia continues to expand its reach into new markets, satisfying the needs of videographers and video buyers worldwide by providing high-quality, low-cost alternatives to traditional stock video offerings.

About Fotolia

Fotolia, LLC, based in New York, with offices in ten countries around the globe and offering Web sites in nine languages, is one of the world's leading providers of micro-priced stock images. Launched in early November, 2005, Fotolia's image marketplace has acquired nearly 5 million images in its database and over 950,000 international members. In December, 2007, Fotolia became the first independent microstock agency to enter the traditional stock marketplace, with the launch of Fotolia Infinite Collections. For more information about the company or to access the Fotolia Web site, visit www.fotolia.com.
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Leading source for legal, low-cost imagery seeks stock video submissions for launch of new stock video offering

IOTW: Hip vector art

Tuesday, January 27th, 2009 No Commented


Floral designs with songbirds / beaubelle

Image: 43-00095686

Title: Floral designs with songbirds

Contributor: beaubelle

If you haven’t noticed, the aviary trend has been going on strong for a while now. Birds are popping up all over in illustrations, textiles, stationary and home decor.

The birds in this particular design are a nice compliment to the flowers, adding a bit of contrast but still keeping it a cohesive design. The mix of solid shapes, gradient and line drawings create depth and give the whole piece a refreshing splash of color. As if it wasn’t great enough- the whole illustration is laid out in a giant swoop, which brings your eyes around the whole piece.

And plus, who doesn’t love a cheery vector illustration?

If you want to jump on the trend and spice your design up to give it some hip flair, you can visit these sites to learn how to create your very own vector image:

VectorTuts
Instructables – How to create groovy vector art

- Shelby

Image Reviewer

IOTW: Quality nostalgia

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009 No Commented


Family Baking

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Family Baking

Alexander Shalamov


Childhood memories waft off the screen along with the smell of homemade cookies. In a world of pre-made cookie dough in the grocery isle, traditions like baking cookies together just isn’t the same. This image by Alexander Shalamov is image of the week because it reminds us of family togetherness.

We like the composition in this image and how the focus is on the hands as they are cutting the cookies out. It’s tells a story and prompts the viewer to feel nostalgic or just warm and fuzzy. The lighting is nice and warm looks natural. There is an authenticity to this shot that stands out. It feels like you just stumbled across a mom and her child really baking in their kitchen. Consider these authentic moments when shooting for stock. When an image feels too staged, it gets cold and is hard for the viewer to connect with.

Enjoy your holiday indulgences and keep your camera shooting!

- Shannon

Image Reviewer

Reviewer Favorite Images of 2008

Thursday, January 15th, 2009 No Commented


Each SnapVillage reviewer goes through many hundreds of images daily, but we still get excited when we come upon a great image. We’re always on the lookout for good content that is commercially appealing, technically strong, and conceptually engaging. But we’re also a pretty diverse group here and can’t help but be moved by all kinds of interesting imagery.  Now that we’re into the New Year, let’s look for a moment by presenting Snapvillage Reviewer Favorites ‘08.  These are highlighted selections from some members of our image review team.

We look forward to seeing more great images in ‘09!

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Molly’s Pick: 43-00684632

Contributor: CURAphotography

Fashion fairy tale - CURAphotography

“The desaturation of colors and interesting lighting make this whimsical portrait delicate and beautiful.”

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Malia’s Pick: 43-00593167

Contributor: Gregory Johnston

Dew on the barbed wire fence - Gregory Johnston

“The stillness and clarity of this image attract my eye.”

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Shelby’s Pick: 43-00427801

Contributor: littlelion

kimono pattern - littlelion

“Just looking at this pattern makes me happy!  The warm, cheery colors and the delicate little patterns draw my attention in and make me take a closer look.”

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Ryan’s Pick: 43-00665715

Contributor: Anton Prado

Walking the tightrope of smoking addiction

“Great imagery, slick composite work.  I love pictures that reveal themselves to be more complex the closer you look.”

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Shannon’s Pick: 43-00587159

Contributor: scargut

Katies Favorite Things

“The use of color, movement and whimsical expression makes me smile when I look at this image.”

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Julian’s Pick: 43-00460729

Contributor: Duccio Francolini

Walking in the city -  Duccio Francolini

“The city can be home, and the rich warm tone and motion-blurred pedestrian helps this urban shot say ’street life’ instead of ‘life on the street.’”

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Colin’s Pick: 43-00636957

Contributor: Infinity

umbrella against evening sky - Infinity

“I like the surreal nature of this image.  It’s simple but arresting, and could be used in a wide variety of ways.”

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Betty’s Pick: 43-00106165

Contributor: iofoto

Seductive woman in underwear

“This is female beauty, fashion, body image, and aging concepts all rolled up into one attractive photo.”

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Brian’s Pick:  43-00536820

Contributor:  Jill Flusemann

Two women in silhouette - Jill Flusemann

“I’ve already mentioned this in a IOTD blog post some time ago – but I am still mesmerized by the color form, and composition in this shot. It’s the idealized “travel shot as art print”.

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Dustin’s Pick:  43-00387902

Contributor:  Chromatica

Low section view of young woman jumping on bed - Chromatica

“Ok, first full disclosure is needed, I love jumping on the bed. Always have, always will. This shot does an excellent job of capturing the sense of freedom and excitement that many a jumper has experienced first hand. Sadly now that I’m a “grown up” my head hits the ceiling when I try it.”

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Interview with Fotolia CEO at Le Web 08

Thursday, January 8th, 2009 No Commented

Hey check out the great interview of Fotolia's co-founder and CEO Oleg Tscheltzoff posted by Intruders.tv


http://uk.intruders.tv/Oleg-Tscheltzoff-CEO-and-co-founder-of-Fotolia_a481.html