iStockphoto - Stock Photographer Training Manual
2.5 - Quality Standards : Over Filtering
While it has been argued whether photographers should post-edit their photos or leave that to the designers, some images can benefit from touch-ups to grab more viewers attention. Whether you are cross-processing colors or applying filters for desired effects, the end result should be a photo that can still be molded into a design. There is no definitive line to what editing makes or breaks a great images, but inspectors judge images based on quality, composition and usability.
Do Submit:
Cross processed colors
Grayscale & sepia versions
Do Not Submit:
Simple one process filters, such as cutout.
Overly high contrast that compromises image quality
Tips:
- Edit stock photos with the designer in mind
- Filtering should not compromise image quality & detail
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