Joann Sondy's blog with topics about design, presentations and publishing. A look at the processes and ideas that happen "outside the margin." There will be the occasional holiday greetings and Joann is starting a new product line of textile designs–silk scarves– so you may see some product promotions, as well. Check out Joann's website: http://www.joannsondy.com
Monday, May 6, 2013
Stock Images: A Double Edge Sword
Last week I received the following pieces of mail: a über large postcard for hearing devices and the neighborhood coupon booklet. Each of these arrived the same day.
Take a look at the handsome couple. The same two people! My neighbors in the elevator must have thought I was nuts listening to me laugh.
What are the chances that a designer would select the SAME couple for their layout and those unrelated pieces of direct mail would land in my mailbox on the SAME day?
I use stock photos and illustrations for my clients, I do prefer custom photography but most of the time the budget just doesn't allow me to hire a professional photographer or illustrator. I dig deep into a search, using key words appropriate for the project/message and attempt to avoid the most popular or downloaded images.
How do you handle your image searches to avoid this situation?
Labels:
creative aces,
design,
graphic design,
photography,
stock photography
Location:
Chicago, IL, USA
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