As already known, the iStockphoto stock photo site has recently started accepting vector illustrations in AI and EPS 10.0 formats. This opens up new opportunities for illustrators, one of which is the use of transparency effects. That is what will be discussed further.

If working with stock photo sites has already been a long‑term routine, there is surely awareness of a Free section on stock agency websites. In these sections it is possible to download curated sets of high‑quality photos and illustrations offered by the agencies at no charge.

Today I want to share a translation of another interesting article from the Adobe Stock blog about preparing stock content this year and understanding the latest creative trends. The literal title would be something like “Shake Up Your Stock,” but I decided to improvise a little with the translation for a smoother effect. I hope you’ll enjoy it.

As you know, since January 29 on the Istock stock photo site there have been significant changes related to payments of earned funds, namely – the payments through Moneybookers (Skrill) were discontinued, and payments are now monthly by default, provided the minimum withdrawal amount is reached at the end of the reporting month. Currently, this minimum is set at $100. But that’s not all.

Today is the continuation of the article on transparency effects in Illustrator that I started publishing in December.

That random internet search became a turning point – it led to microstock, and Dreamstime became the first stock agency where registration was completed and an image was sold.