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Business Stock Photos That Don't Suck

Alleviate business, office and tech image fatigue by following some of these cues to remain competitive and stand out from the crowd.

50 Types of Photography

Get those creative juices flowing with 50 inspirational types of photography. You might find a new favorite topic to shoot or rediscover an old love.

Filmmaking Tutorials for Stock Videographers

Welcome to our new “Making the Fourth Wall” video tutorial series. Creating engaging stock video can be simple. Let us show you how.

Why The Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K is Pure Magic

The BMPCC 4K is a game changer in the industry for filmmakers and stock video creators alike. Here are a few reasons to consider the Blackmagic cam.

Top 3 Cameras for Pro footage

Whether you're a novice or a pro, our video camera round-up offers options in a wide range of price tags and functionality so you can choose the gear that fits your project, budget, and style.

What is Stock Photography?

First and foremost, what does the term “stock photography” even mean? Let's chat about the history of stock imagery, current industry trends, and where the stock world is going next.

Everyday People: How To Better Represent Disabilities In Our Media

Media creators can make more efforts to include people with disabilities into the fold, not as the main focal point but as part of a broader inclusive narrative. Here's how.

Film Stock Footage:
Why Super 8 & 16mm Still Rule

For those brave and patient souls willing to take a chance, you might just find the rewards of shooting video on film to be well worth the work.

Color Grading with Davinci Resolve

Learn how to use Davinci Resolve to edit and color grade footage like our video pros.

If you’ve ever watched a car chase scene in a Hollywood production — that 3-minute clip was likely shot over the course of days, weeks, or even months and you’d never know — because ungraded. See how ungraded footage can help you create pro video projects.

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Everyday Bodies

As our imagery and messaging move toward body diversity and inclusivity, there are steps we can take to better champion body positivity in the media. Here are a few ideas...

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Bali Part 1: Kodak Ektar 100 35mm Film Review

With its super-saturated colors, minimal grain, and wide dynamic range, photographer Nick Walter shares why Kodak Ektar 100 is the film of choice for your next tropical vacation.

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Introduction to Davinci Resolve

Learn how to use Davinci Resolve to edit and color grade footage like our video pros.

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Summer Through The Lens Of A Monochrome Single Use Camera

Stock photo and film photographer Nick Walter shares his experience with shooting summer imagery with a single-use camera.

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Cinestill 800T & Ilford HP5 400 At Night

Shooting film at night can be quite a challenge when relying on available light - but Stocksy's Nick Walter explains how you can get incredible results with a little experimentation.

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Making the Fourth Wall

Knowing what lenses to use, and when and how to use them, is one of the most impactful storytelling skill sets you can have in filmmaking. Learn more about macro, telephoto, zoom, hazing lenses and more.

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Making the Fourth Wall

Knowing when, why and how you should use camera movement techniques are some of the most important things you’ll ever learn about video storytelling. Let us show you how!

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Making the Fourth Wall

In this episode, our guide George Georgeadis and the video team dive into the world of indoor and natural lighting and the best practices for using both.

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Bali Part 2: Zeiss C Sonnar T* 50mm f/1.5 ZM Lens Review

Stocksy film photographer Nick Walter shares his experience with shooting Zeiss C Sonnar T* 50mm f/1.5 ZM Lens and why he thinks you should try it out on your next tropical vacation.