So I just signed a contract with Minden Pictures to represent me and my photographs at their stock photography agency. They are one of, if not the premier nature and wildlife stock photography agency in the world. I am completely humbled by the company I am in, Thomas Mangelsen, Jim Brandenburg, Flip Nicklin, and Christian Ziegler. I know I am not anywhere near these photographers in terms of photographic talent or in terms of how well known they are, but that makes this whole experience even more special.
I originally submitted 1600 images for their consideration of which they chose 239. This may seem like a low percentage, but it is about average in terms of the percentage of images they choose from a submission. This careful selection process allows the agency to keep the quality of images they sell at the highest levels consequently differentiating them from royalty free or microstock companies. Clients come to Minden Pictures because of their high quality images and great customer service, two qualities which make me proud to be associated with the company.
To see the images go to mindenpictures.com and type in Sebastian Kennerknecht.
The best part of this process and experience is that I may (in fact am expected to) submit more image for consideration. Better get to shooting some more….
Hi Sebastian,
first of all my compliments for your great pictures.
I have a question: what is the % you hold when a picture license is sold, it’s almost like 50% like Getty and Corbis or more?
Hey Jerry,
that depends, if I license it I get 100%. With Minden pictures it is 50%, which is a great deal considering they are doing all the work at that point.