CREATIVE FREEDOM & PASSIVE INCOME IS FOUND HERE.
STOCK PHOTOGRAPHY ACADEMY is THE destination for mastering the Stock Photography industry.
It's your moment to claim a slice of this 4-million-dollar pie, baby!
This all-encompassing program is designed to boost photographers of all skill levels, providing a detailed roadmap not just to kickstart, but effectively grow a sustainable stock photography portfolio!
You’re a multi-passionate creative. You pinch yourself that this is what you get to do for a living every day!
You seek out opportunities to build balance into your life and your business.
You want to diversify your income and scale your business.
The bottom line is, you work hard for your money, and deserve to make more of it.
You work hard for the money and here’s what I know about you:
STUDENT TESTIMONIAL
“I just sold one photo on Stocksy for $5,600!!! I would have never put effort into stock photo + getting on stocksy if you hadn’t helped me out with it a few years ago. Thank you SO much. Seriously, it’s helped our family and my business so much!” - Whitney Finuf
With a little bit of upfront effort, you can be making passive income off your photos for years to come.
“SHOW ME WHAT I’LL LEARN”
YOU GOT IT! IN STOCK PHOTOGRAPHY ACADEMY YOU’LL BE LEARNING:
STOCK 101: THE BASICS
This crash course will show you the steps so you can get started in just 1 hour. All the valuable information you need with no fluff. No more procrastinating!
Modules & Resources:
What is Stock?
Stock Photo Terms
Stock Guidelines
Model Releases
Releases Q&A
Editorial Vs. Commercial Use Images
Case Studies
THE BUSINESS OF STOCK AGENCIES
In this course, you’ll learn the nitty-gritty details of stock photo agencies to feel confident choosing an agency to work with. You’ll also learn what separates the best agencies, how to understand your contract, and ace the application. In this course, I won’t hold back. You'll hear my insider opinions on how some agencies are changing, strategies for working with multiple agencies - and other big factors in my success!
Modules & Resources:
The Business of Stock Photo Agencies
Agencies Deep Dive
Understanding your Contract
Stocksy Application
Offset Application
Model Release Request Templates
SUBJECTS THAT SELL
This subject is my FAVE! Why? Because it’s where you’re going to learn how to optimize your portfolio for SALES! Includes all my secret strategies, how to adopt trends, discover niches, plan the perfect stock photo shoot, how to review your sales, and more!
Modules & Resources:
Subjects that Sell
Content Example Library
Relationships
Technology
Work
Health
Seasonal
Subjects that Sell: 4 Seasonal Guides
Trends
Producing a Stock Photoshoot
Niches
POST-PROCESSING & WORKFLOW TECHNIQUE
In this course, we get into some of the more advanced aspects of stock photography. But don’t sweat! This is where it gets REALLY good! I’m sharing the things that will save you time in the long run AND set you apart from the competition. Things like Workflow using A.I. Tools, Lightroom Workflow, Advanced Keywording tools and strategies, how to avoid it your photos getting rejected, and more!
Modules & Resources:
Retouching Basics for Beginners
Lightroom Workflow
How to Resize Images
Stock Photo Do’s & Don’ts
Keywording
Stocky Bot
Keywording with AI
Neurodivergent Friendly Workflow Tips
Outsourcing
+BONUS WORKSHOP LIBRARY!
You’ll also get access to some of my best workshops and masterclasses (past and future) including subjects like Stock Video, 5-Figure Stock Photographer, Lazy Girl Bootcamp, and more!
SCREENSHOTS OF SUCCESS
MY STUDENTS ARE RAVING…
“Before finding Aubrey I heard about stock photography but knew nothing of the process or even where to start.
Her teaching was straight to the point with all the right tips and tricks you need to get started. She goes ALL IN for you.
You can ask her any question and she knows the answer. She is clearly keen on us students to actually go through with it!”
- Miriam K.
“I’ve learned so much since joining! My total perception of stock photography has changed to one of freedom and creativity.
I’ve already sold 5 images in the month and a half since I started uploading photos to my portfolio!“
-Cassie
ARE YOU TIRED OF:
Feeling like you have to say yes to red flag clients?
Having no income during the slow seasons?
Shooting the same damn thing for every client.
Your hard drives of photos sitting around collecting dust?
Being told you have to make reels to book clients?
Fearing that A.I. is coming for your job?
Yeah, me too.
HOW AMAZING WOULD IT FEEL TO:
Pump the brakes on the never-ending cycle of finding new clients and chasing leads?
Wake up in the morning with new sales in your inbox and money in your checking account?
Turn down the clients that aren’t a good fit without a second thought?
Know that when the unexpected strikes, there’s always another branch of business to keep your family afloat?
Here’s what you get when you enroll in STOCK PHOTOGRAPHY ACADEMY:
THE COURSES
A curriculum of four easily digestable courses, Each one building on the last. Designed to take you from beginner to seasoned pro in the stock photography world. Learn how to choose and sign on with an agency, how to upload work that gets accepted, strategies to make the most sales, what subjects sell most often,and more + lots of juicy bonus content to help you start implementing everything you learn right away!
BONUS LIBRARY
You'll have lifetime access to every current and past resource including workhops, lessons, guest sessions,and more!
STOCKY BOT
Stocky Bot is Aubrey's Custom GPT that she built to keyword your stock photos for you! When you join Stock Photography Academy you get lifetime access to this incredible tool. It;s like your own personal robot assistant.
FACEBOOK COMMUNITY
Support within a community of photographers working towards the same goals. You'll always have a place to ask questions, find an accountability group, and foster relationships with like-minded, hard-working, talented creatives
WORKSHOPS & CHALLENGES
About once every quarter Aubrey hosts a Stock Photography workshop or challenge. Past offerings included ""Lazy Girl Bootcam"p and the Stock Photo Holiday Challenge". Stock Photography Academy students always get a free invite! This is a great way to find some motivation whenever you feel like you've lost it.
STUDENT REVIEW
“I have purchased a ton of online education for photographers over the years and the Stock Photography Academy has been by far my favourite.
The concept of stock photography seems simple but there are so many nitty gritty details, tips, and rules that I just wouldn’t have had the patience to figure out through trial and error on my own.
This course is so incredibly comprehensive and answers every single question you could possibly have about stock photography, how to get started, and how to maximize your sales.”
- Hannah R.
PAY IN FULL + SAVE
$1,111
One-time option (Afterpay also available)
Includes forever access to all the content and all updates to the program.
Instant access to our online community.
Receive a free pass to all stock photo workshops and challenges Aubrey hosts in 2024.
Payment Plan
$99 x 12
Easy monthly payment option
Includes forever access to all the content and all updates to the program.
Instant access to our online community.
Receive a free pass to all Stock Photo workshops and challenges Aubrey hosts in 2024.
*Select “payment plan” at checkout
MORE RECEIPTS…
“I invested in Aubrey’s course and what can I say, I absolutely love it! It's so very informative, she really tells everything you need to know about stock photography. I also had a 1:1 call with her and I can highly recommend it. In this way, you can go even deeper and ask Aubrey specific questions. She gives incredibly good tips! The course opened my eyes in so many ways. Now I am taking photos which I never thought it could be good for stock, but they are! I can only recommend the course!”
— Franciska Leoncio Martinez
FAQs
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Yes! Both Afterpay and Extended Payment plans are available!
You can also sign up for “PayPal Credit Pay Later” which allows you 6 months of no interest and no payments. After you sign up inside your PayPal account simply choose that option through Paypal when you check out.
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While photographers typically have the most immediate success, I’ve designed this course for all skill levels. You will also receive bonus content on stock video and stock illustration, so it’s useful for multiple types of creatives.
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Yes! Many agencies now accept phone photos. I’ve licensed multiple Iphone photos myself to brands like Food & Wine, Livestrong, etc. Depending o the make and model of your phone you may need to upscale your images which requires additional software.
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Absolutely! You can go at your own pace, and when you become a student of Stock Photography Academy, you’re a student for life! With each release, the course will be upgraded with new content added! Once you purchase this course you will have access to all updated content. If you want to wait until slow season to go through the course, or just take it piece by piece, you can do that too!
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You, obviously! If you’re here I’m guessing you’re a photographer, videographer, content creator, creative freelancer, SMM or any other entrepreneur that is interested in monetizing their photo and video content.
You can use your phone buuuuut- You need a foundation of basic photography knowledge. I won’t be teaching you how to use a camera or how to edit your photos in Lightroom .
You don’t have to be a pro either! A few hours spent on YouTube University will get you up to where you need to be!
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A camera (or camera phone), and internet.
-a computer helps too.
-I will be sharing optional tools (like a $20 ChatGPT Plus account) That will greatly help your workflow, but they are not required.
-Adobe Lightroom is also highly recommended for editing photos and embedding your keywords (but again, not required).
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While STOCK PHOTOGRAPHY ACADEMY is a self-study collection of courses, you will get access to bonus workshops and challenges that I host throughout the year
You’ll also get instant access to the Stock Photo Academy private Facebook community. This is like an after-hours support group where I answer every question and host extra surprises like coaching call.
For those who want even more support, you can join the Mentorship Program! Learn more here.
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The course materials are available as soon as you sign up. I also host live workshops throughout the year so keep an eye out for those announcements in our private Facebook group.
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This is coming as a separate course in the summer of 2024. It’s going to be a collaboration between myself and Lauren deVane of Bemused Studio.
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I'll offer a partial refund within 7 days of purchase if you snagged it by mistake and haven't started watching the lesson videos. Once you start watching, no more refund. Please ensure that you understand what you're buying and what you'll learn before purchasing. If you're not sure if it's for you, shoot me an email at Hell@AubreyWestlund.com
MEET YOUR GUIDE, AUBREY
As a wedding photographer with one lucrative season to look forward to every year, I’ve been in your shoes. I know how it feels to come to the realization that diversifying your income is an absolute must. On top of that, I know how it feels to be paralyzed by overwhelm with a billion questions to boot.
What if I told you I have the answers you crave when it comes to the Wild West of stock photography?
As a photographer, coach, and multi-passionate creative like you, I’ve built two six-figure businesses rooted in my skills and spirit as a creative entrepreneur–not to mention a five-figure passive income stream through stock photography.
Now? I’m spilling all the secrets that took me years to learn (because you deserve to be creatively fulfilled and make money while you do it).
It makes my heart sing to teach creative entrepreneurs how to be radically self-reliant so they can kibosh the never-ending cycle of finding new clients. The best part? When there’s less pressure to sell yourself day after day, there’s more headspace to make a living (and then some) by doing what you love.
Everything I’ve learned about the stock photography game–it’s all in this course. I came before you, learned the ropes, and made the mistakes so you don’t have to.
How do I know this is for me?
>You’re a professional photographer who wants the step-by-step process to build a profitable stock photography portfolio, minus the mistakes.
>You’re a multi-passionate creative- illustration, design, filmmaking, and photography are all your jam, but you’re burnt out by the never-ending cycle of client work–you’re dying for new opportunities to work on the things that excite you.
>>You’re a hobby photographer who would love to make a little money on the side, but capturing weddings or screaming children are not your cup of matcha.
