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SUBJECTS TO PHOTOGRAPH:
You can browse through our site and see the kind of pictures we accept. But here are some general guidelines:
Typical travel brochure views. These can be the most popular images of places that we are used to seeing. However, your creative input is vital in producing something better or different. The picture could also say a little more than just the view of the place. Eg: a shot of the Pyramids at Giza, with camels passing by will sell better, than the pyramids on its own. Or a famous temple with a monk worshipping at it has more potential than the temple on its own.
'Advertising' images, that sell a destination. These are pictures where we expect you to be both art director and photographer, able to set up shots, perhaps using models and props. You should discuss ideas with us first.
Local lifestyle, culture, markets, festivals, historic/religious sites, amusing signs. People in national dress, costumes,
dancers - full figure shots as well as head to waist. People shots are very much in demand, and the expression on
faces or what they are doing is critical and should reflect the feel of the place.
Flora and fauna. Although close-ups are useful, do also shoot pictures that include some background that identify the location. Eg: a close-up of a lion, with the African background, will sell better than if it looked as if it was in a zoo!
People on holiday: families, couples, sunbathers, weddings, watersports, divers among coral reef fish, winter sports, shopping, cafes/restaurants and nightlife. Interesting or grand hotels, waiters serving food and cocktails, exotic food displays. Cruising, fly/drive, cycling, walking/trekking, and special interest holidays.
FILM & FORMAT: We only take ORIGINAL TRANSPARENCIES. If any of your pictures are valuable to you, we suggest you make duplicates and send us the originals. 35mm is acceptable but 120 format (6x4.5cm to 6x7cm)
is preffered. Slow film is strongly recommended. Transparencies must be in card or plastic mounts.
DIGITAL IMAGES: High Resolution files should be supplied on DVD.
From CAMERA: DSLRs used must be capable of producing RAW files (about 16MB or over), and suitable for large size reproduction. Convert to TIFF or TIFF LZW - 300dpi about 5100 pixels (more if you’re using a full frame DSLR). File size should be a minimum of 40MB (suitable for up to A3 size). Images must be professionally colour corrected and cleaned with no image sharpening. Please do not upsize images unnecessarily - they will be rejected.
From TRANSPARENCIES: They must be professionally scanned in 48 bit, at 300 dpi. 35mm images should be at least 5100 pixels (longest side) and those from Medium Format film can be scanned to over 6000 pixels. Save in TIFF (or Tiff LZW). Generally an image scanned from a 35mm transparency will easily produce a picture up to A3 size, and from a Medium Format transparency up to A1. Images must be colour corrected, cleaned and with no sharpening. If you want us to scan and prepare your pictures, we charge a nominal fee of £3 (US$4) per image.
CAPTIONS: A good caption goes a long way towards selling your pictures and should be supplied on disk or on a separate typed sheet. They must be accurate and describe the picture fully, but succinctly. Eg: Thailand. Bangkok. Grand Palace (Wat Phra Keo). Figure of a demon guardian. Names of famous streets, shops, buildings, mountains, etc must be included. With most countries, we also need to know the province or region, in addition to the place itself.
MODEL RELEASES: These must be supplied with close-up shots of holidaymakers (mainly UK nationals) and that include professional or amateur models. If not, please state so in writing. Pictures of private houses, interiors, possessions etc also require a release. If you're unsure, contact us before photographing any items.
PICTURE RETURNS: UK contributors please enclose a SAE when sending transparencies. Overseas returns are by normal mail, unless another prepaid postal or courier method is supplied. CDs are usually not returned.
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