Tips for Buying Photos Online


Whether you are buying stock photography as a graphic designer or looking for fine art poster prints, the image quality from most online photo sites is amazing. Standards are now much higher than when stock photography was first introduced and the prices are very affordable.

Buying stock photography is quickly becoming one of the most popular uses of the internet. There are so many websites and services available it can be overwhelming to a newcomer. Follow these tips to help you find the perfect picture at the best quality and price.

First, search several sites before you sign-up for a subscription service. Most sites allow you to browse their collections for free. You can narrow your search by category: photograph, clip art, illustration, full color or black and white. Be sure to put specific key words in your search.

Once you have found photos you like, check to see if the image is available in the size or resolution you need. Some sites offer many different options while others only offer one size that may not be big enough for your purpose.
Finally, research the sites' payment options to see if you need to subscribe so you can get many pictures each month. You may just need to buy one photo and lots of stock photos services have that available.