Some new numbers to deal with: TrendWatch Graphic Arts has published two new reports detailing the growth, use, and acceptance of stock imagery.
"Stock photography is one of the few categories that seems to benefit whether the U.S. economy is strong or not", said Heidi Tolliver-Nigro, TWGA Analyst, "when the economy is good, clients do more projects, which equates to a greater need for more images. When the economy is bad, clients do fewer projects, but tight budgets mean less money for commissioned photography and artwork, which translates to increased need for more stock photos. Thus the strength of the stock photography market." Stunning analysis.
Package price of $1,895 for both reports. More details here.