Testimonials
"For better or worse, stock photography has been a driving force in the changing world of commercial photography. In order for us as photographers to have a voice in these changes we need to have an organized advocate. SAA was created on that premise and is the only organization that addresses that need. There are other wonderful groups, but none of them specifically addresses the issues of stock photographers."©Karen Moskowitz
Karen Moskowitz, Seattle WA
www.moskowitz.com
©Saxon Holt/PhotoBotanic"SAA is truly an advocate for stock shooters. While there are clearly no easy answers to the burgeoning number of cheap and free images on the Internet, a professional, clear minded and realistic trade association is an asset to shooters and buyers alike. It is worth the dues just to support the work."
Saxon Holt, CA
www.photobotanic.com
© Jeff Sedlik"From participating in the launch of the PLUS Coalition, to contributing to the standards, to developing the first PLUS-compliant tool, SAA has once again demonstrated a profound dedication not only to its membership, but to all photographers and to the entire image licensing community."
Jeff Sedlik, Los Angeles CA
www.sedlik.com
President & CEO, PLUS Coalition
www.useplus.com
“Having been SAA members from the outset we have watched it grow into a truly global alliance. It is most the comprehensive source of information available with a finger on the pulse of not only today's trends but also tomorrows. The home of serious experienced stock professionals who strive to maintain standards whilst still being happy to share with and educate emerging talent. A monthly newsletter crammed with useful information and online video tutorials. They have brought fragmented individuals together with a common purpose.”©Bob Elsdale
Bob and Chris Elsdale, London U.K.
www.bobelsdale.com
"The thing that I like most about SAA is the feeling that I'm not alone when dealing with the business of stock photography. Just monitoring the forum or asking the group about issues I have with my agencies makes SAA an invaluable tool.©Steve Prezant/Masterfile
Steve Prezant, NY
www.steveprezant.com
©Ron Rovtar/Getty Images"For a small organization with modest funding, Stock Artists Alliance (SAA) was a significant force in the stock industry this year. The organization of stock photographers was able to muster a number of photographers' trade groups to collectively exert meaningful pressure on stock distributors. Because of SAA, photographers again had a modest voice in industry affairs. And the entire industry will be better for it."
Ron Rovtar, Boulder CO
Managing Editor, The Stock Asylum
www.stockasylum.com
“I belong to several photo organizations and I have to admit that SAA is top dog in supplying me with real information that I can use.”©Zave Smith
Zave Smith, Philadephia PA
www.zavesmith.com
"Through the SAA Forum, all those invisible photographers toiling away alone out there turn visible. I really appreciate everyone's input, and some of the comments from members are invaluable to understand what's happening in this wonderful business of ours."©Gandee Vasan/Getty Images
Gandee Vasan, London, U.K.
www.gandeevasan.com
“Membership in SAA has more than paid for itself with technical information gained, contacts made, and a deeper understanding of the business side of stock photography. It would be worth twice the price.”©Chuck Doswell
Chuck Doswell, Norman OK
www.cdoswell.com
©Leland Bobbé“For me the best thing about SAA has been joining a network of similar minded photographers who are open to real communication. The knowledge gained from this has been immeasurable. If you are serious about making money as a stock photographer, this is the only trade organization you will need.”
Leland Bobbé, New York NY
SAA President 2003-2004
www.lelandbobbe.com
