Cameras and what to buy

There are many pages about buying a Digital Camera on my website see resource section. Fuji Canon and Nikon are the most commonly used pro Digital cameras You really do need a Single Lens Reflex camera for stock. A zoom lens of 28mm to 200 or 300mm is best. You'll also need a Flashgun as the on-camera flash is usually only suitable for short distance work.

First you need to know WHAT to photograph. THE MOST SALEABLE subjects are :

LIFESTYLE : Family pictures of ATTRACTIVE people doing fun and interesting things (also things like shopping,picnicking,on holiday or choosing a house or automobile)

APPEALING ANIMALS - young animals (especially puppies and kittens) sell well. Go to your local Zoo for exotic baby animals.

ANYTHING MONEY RELATED- Still Life, luxury items,expensive cars,people on holiday

MEMORIES - things from the past that made YOU happy - child on a swing,fairground, playing with puppies,days out etc.

CAPITAL CITIES of the World - ICONIC postcard-style views still sell. (look at the postcards for the

BACKGROUNDS - every ad or commercial needs a background. Sand,beaches,leaves,hillsides - NOT DISTRACTING things !

CHILDREN- happy smiling children's faces and activities- NEVER NUDE CHILDREN (or you'll have the police round to see you.)

PEOPLE should always be DOING SOMETHING - like kissing, gardening,sports,hobbies, etc.

FILL THE FRAME with the subject.