WHAT YOU GET!

1. Create High-Quality AI Images

• Use AI tools like DALL·E, MidJourney, or Stable Diffusion to generate visually appealing images.

• Focus on creating unique, high-quality images that are suitable for commercial use. You could generate illustrations, landscapes, abstract art, business visuals, and more.

• Ensure the images meet the requirements of stock image platforms (resolution, size, content quality, and relevance).

2. Understand Stock Image Marketplaces

Different stock image platforms have varying requirements for contributors. Some popular stock image platforms to consider are:

• Shutterstock: A widely used platform, allowing contributors to upload images and earn royalties.

• Adobe Stock: Another top-tier stock marketplace. Adobe Stock allows contributors to upload AI-generated content, provided it follows their content guidelines.

• iStock: A platform owned by Getty Images, which accepts high-quality submissions.

• Dreamstime: Known for its affordability and variety, this platform also allows AI art submissions.

Each of these platforms will have a contributor agreement, content guidelines, and specific rules regarding AI-generated art.

3. Legal Considerations

• Licensing: Ensure that the AI-generated images don’t violate any copyright laws. Some AI platforms allow commercial use of their generated content, but it’s important to double-check the licensing agreements.

• Ethical Use: Some stock image platforms may have specific rules on whether AI-generated content can be uploaded, so be mindful of these guidelines.

• Model Releases: If your AI-generated images contain recognizable people or likenesses, you may need to get model releases, even if the people are not real.

4. Optimize for Search

• Use relevant keywords when uploading your AI-generated images. Think about what buyers might search for, such as business-related terms, nature themes, or lifestyle images.

• Categorize your images correctly to make sure they appear in the right search results.

5. Set a Pricing Strategy

• Stock image platforms often set the prices, but you can still optimize your portfolio by contributing a variety of images and uploading often.

• Some platforms allow you to set competitive pricing, especially if you’re uploading unique, in-demand content.

6. Market Your Portfolio

• Build a Portfolio: Create an online portfolio of your AI-generated stock images to showcase your best work.

• Social Media & SEO: Promote your stock images on social media, blogs, or through ads. Direct traffic to your portfolio or specific images to increase sales.

7. Monitor Performance

• Track how your images are performing on different stock image platforms. Analyze which styles, themes, or niches are doing well and try to expand in those areas.

• Constantly update and refine your collection based on market trends.