Who Should Sell Photos on CraftedDocs
CraftedDocs is an excellent platform for photographers, hobbyists and content creators to earn from their photography work. Unlike traditional stock sites that pay fractions of a rupee per download, CraftedDocs lets you set your own price and keep 80% of every sale.
You do not need to be a professional. Clear, well-composed photos in high resolution are sellable. What matters is quality, uniqueness and relevance to buyers in India.
What Photos Sell on CraftedDocs
- Lifestyle and student life photography — campus life, hostel, library, study setups, college events
- Festival and cultural photography — Holi, Diwali, Eid, Ganesh Chaturthi, Navratri — original shots
- Nature and landscape photography — mountains, beaches, forests, sunsets — shot in India
- Food photography — Indian food, street food, restaurant dishes — high quality still shots
- Product photography — white background product shots, flat lay photography
- Architecture and city photography — Indian cities, monuments, streets
- Educational diagrams and illustrations — hand-drawn or digital diagrams for Science, Geography, History
- Wallpaper packs — high-resolution backgrounds for desktop or mobile
Technical Requirements for Photos
Minimum Resolution
CraftedDocs automatically checks image resolution on upload:
- Absolute minimum: 800 x 600 pixels (low quality — only acceptable for small graphics)
- Standard minimum for photos: 1920 x 1080 pixels (Full HD)
- Recommended for print use: 3000 x 2000 pixels or larger at 300 DPI
- Social media optimised: 1080 x 1080 pixels (square), 1200 x 630 pixels (landscape)
Images below 800 x 600 pixels will be flagged by our verification system. Aim for at least 1920 x 1080 for every photo you sell.
File Format
- JPG — best for photographs. Good quality at reasonable file size.
- PNG — for graphics, illustrations and images with transparent backgrounds
- ZIP — mandatory when selling multiple photos together. Put all photos in a ZIP.
Post-Processing
- Correct exposure — not too dark, not blown out
- Good white balance — skin tones and colours look natural
- Cropped and straightened — horizons level, distracting edges removed
- Light retouching is acceptable — remove dust spots, minor blemishes. Do not over-edit.
Step 1 — Organise Your Photos Into Packs
Never sell single photos at low prices. Always package related photos into themed packs:
- Pack of 10 Holi Festival Photos — High Resolution JPG — Personal Use
- 25 Indian Street Food Photography — Commercial Use License
- 50 Nature Wallpaper Pack — Mountain and Forest — 4K Resolution
A pack of 20 photos at Rs.199 earns far more per transaction than 20 individual listings at Rs.19 each — and each pack generates 1 sale vs 20 separate purchase decisions.
Step 2 — Understand and Set Your License
This is the most important decision for photo sellers. You must clearly state what rights buyers receive:
- Personal use — buyer can use photos for personal projects, wallpapers, printing for themselves. Cannot use in commercial products or resell. This is the default if not specified.
- Commercial use — buyer can use photos in their business — websites, social media, marketing, advertisements. Charge Rs.100-200 more for commercial license.
- Extended license — buyer can use photos in products they sell. Highest price tier.
Step 3 — Create Your Listing
Title
- Holi Festival Photography Pack — 20 High Resolution JPG Images — Personal Use License
- Indian Street Food Photography — 30 Professional Photos — Commercial Use
- Desktop Wallpaper Pack — 50 Nature and Landscape — 4K Resolution — JPG
Description Must Include
- Number of photos in the pack
- Exact resolution and dimensions
- File format — JPG, PNG, ZIP
- License type — personal or commercial use
- What the photos can be used for (specify clearly)
- Camera equipment used (optional but adds credibility)
- Location or context where photos were taken
- Whether photos include people — if yes, confirm model consent is obtained
Price
| Photo Product | Recommended Price |
|---|---|
| Small pack — 5 to 10 photos — personal use | Rs.49 – Rs.99 |
| Medium pack — 10 to 25 photos — personal use | Rs.99 – Rs.199 |
| Large pack — 25 to 50 photos — personal use | Rs.199 – Rs.349 |
| Any pack — commercial use license | Add Rs.100 to Rs.200 premium |
| 4K or print-quality pack — 50+ photos | Rs.299 – Rs.599 |
Cover Image
For photo packs, create a collage showing 4-9 photos from the pack arranged in a grid. This shows the variety and quality inside. For single premium photos, use the best version of the photo itself as the thumbnail.
Free Preview
Upload 1-2 full-resolution sample photos from the pack as your preview — or upload a watermarked version. Buyers can assess quality from the preview and make a confident purchase decision.
Approval Requirements for Photos
- Photos are your own original work — not downloaded from the internet or other stock sites
- No copyrighted logos, brand marks or trademarked property clearly featured
- If people appear, model consent must be confirmed in your description
- Resolution meets minimum standards (800x600 minimum, flagged if lower)
- Content is appropriate — no offensive, violent or adult content
Pro Tips for Photography Sellers
- Seasonal content earns more — Holi photos sell in February-March, Diwali photos in October-November. Plan your uploads around the calendar.
- Uniquely Indian content stands out — Indian marketplace, Indian festivals, Indian streets are less available on global stock sites. This is your competitive advantage.
- Create niche collections — "Indian Wedding Photography", "Mumbai Street Photography", "Sunset Photography — Goa" are far more searchable than generic photo packs.
- Offer commercial license packs — businesses and content creators are willing to pay significantly more for commercial rights
- Always ZIP your photos — buyers expect a clean download with all files organised
Start selling your photography — create your listing here.