What are Vector Graphics and do I need one?
If there is one phrase in movies that causes a collective stir more than any other, it’s probably “zoom and enhance”. Often used in lifeless crime dramas (I’m looking at you CSI) where the characters are merely archetypes, the scripting made up of clichés and the principles behind graphical technology completely disregarded. For a show that literally revolves around finding out the truth, it’s amazing how many misconceptions it casually spreads. It’s a trope that’s been around for years and is perhaps most famously remembered when Deckard is analysing an image in Blade Runner. But that was decades ago, it’s possible now right? I’m afraid… Read more
If there is one phrase in movies that causes a collective stir more than any other, it’s probably “zoom and enhance”. Often used in lifeless crime dramas (I’m looking at you CSI) where the characters are merely archetypes, the scripting made up of clichés and the principles behind graphical technology completely disregarded. For a show that literally revolves around finding out the truth, it’s amazing how many misconceptions it casually spreads. It’s a trope that’s… Read more
 where the characters are merely archetypes, the scripting made up of clichés and the principles behind graphical technology completely disregarded. For a show that literally revolves around finding out the truth, it’s amazing how many misconceptions it casually spreads. It’s a trope that’s been around for years and is perhaps most famously remembered when Deckard is analysing an image in Blade Runner. But that was decades ago, it’s possible now right? I’m afraid not. While there are ways to ‘enhance’ a photo, it can’t be done to the scale shown in Hollywood movies. (Obviously. It’s a movie. Get real!) But there are some types of image files that can be infinitely scaled with no loss in quality. Welcome to world of vector graphics. Practically every design you’ve seen, started with a line drawn in a vector graphic software like Adobe Illustrator. The graphic design tool has been a […]&picture=https://www.alamy.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Vector-feature-image-v2.jpg&?utm_source=social&utm_content=website-share&utm_campaign=What are Vector Graphics and do I need one?&utm_medium=facebook)
. So one can only imagine what it must have been like in the 19th century seeing an image magically come to fruition. Suddenly, we found a way to reproduce scenes with unerring accuracy; we can now document life in the most objective way possible, share the most poignant of […]&picture=https://www.alamy.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/DP-Featured-Mosaic.jpg&?utm_source=social&utm_content=website-share&utm_campaign=Mobile Photography – Should it be part of your workflow?&utm_medium=facebook)
&description=Isn’t the world a wonderful place? Despite having over 145 million images on our site, there are still gaps in our library. It just goes to prove, there really isn’t enough time in a lifetime to see everything which is why we need your help! This month, we’re looking for: Culture Southeast Asian truckers at truck stops helping each other with mechanical issues, playing cards or relaxing with a few drinks. Multiracial couples cooking together in an authentic way. Looking for Spanish, Russian, Hispanic, Asian. Ages 40-55. Food Porridge preferably in earthenware or stoneware shot from a front-on or horizontal perspective like below. Places & Spaces Almond Valley Park, Livingston, Scotland. Beautiful snowy winter UK gardens that wouldn’t look amiss on a calendar. Lifestyle Beautifully shot modern still life imagery in context (not studio or cut outs). Vectors Painted wallpaper patterns.&picture=https://www.alamy.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/F3E6RK.jpg&?utm_source=social&utm_content=website-share&utm_campaign=Stock Photo Requests – What to shoot this month (September 2018)&utm_medium=facebook)
 with his Olympus OM1. There couldn’t be a better person to document cultures around the world as Jamie has a background in ethnology. Travelling with sensitivity, you’ll see plenty of character in Jamie’s photos so why not stay a while, unwind from your busy day and travel the world via Jamie’s ‘Visions of Travel’ lightbox. Advice from Jamie: For those looking to succeed at stock photography, a good place to start is to work on having […]&picture=https://www.alamy.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Top-Contributor-Header-Image-Jamie-Marshall.jpg&?utm_source=social&utm_content=website-share&utm_campaign=Top Contributor – Jamie Marshall&utm_medium=facebook)
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 that gives you, the photographer, permission to license the images for commercial uses i.e. Advertising and Consumer Goods. Without a release, you are free to upload your images to license editorially. All you need to do is; Make sure you are not breaking any laws by taking the photo in the first place (like whilst trespassing) Annotate that your images contain people and/or property Mark that you don’t have any releases Sit back and relax and let our sales team do the […]&picture=https://www.alamy.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/DWJD1P.jpg&?utm_source=social&utm_content=website-share&utm_campaign=Releases – Alamy says Relax&utm_medium=facebook)
 but he had always been fascinated by space. It’s not unsurprising then that he ended up spending many hours with NASA and their astronauts showing us a glimpse into a world that seems completely alien to most of us. It must be remembered that the 80s was still an exciting time for space travel. The romance of the moon landing had mostly faded by now, but a new era was emerging as the development of the space shuttle, nuclear fusion and many other advance technologies had begun. Ressmeyer was a close observer during this time documenting the fascinating life beyond our sky. He even started his own stock agency called Science Faction which was then acquired by Superstock. What’s not to love about space? Many nights have been spent under the stars […]&picture=https://www.alamy.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/D0K8K8.jpg&?utm_source=social&utm_content=website-share&utm_campaign=Roger Ressmeyer – a celebration of space and science&utm_medium=facebook)
