Summary

The author discusses their earnings from donating images to Pexels, with a plan to increase visibility and passive income in the new year.

Abstract

The author of the article reflects on their earnings from contributing images to Pexels, a platform for free-to-use images and videos. In December, they earned $1, which is the first donation received since September. Despite the low earnings, the author expresses a commitment to continuing to donate images, outlining a strategy for 2024 that includes creating seasonal content, improving photo quality by observing top photographers, upgrading equipment, setting goals, and exploring other platforms, including those for AI-generated photos. The author values the increased visibility and the rewarding feeling of having their work travel the world, as evidenced by tags on Instagram and donations received, including a$ 10 contribution. They also share their Pexels profile link and invite feedback and tips from readers.

Opinions

The author is enthusiastic about contributing to Pexels, appreciating the platform for its ability to store their images and videos, and for the potential to earn passive income.
They find it rewarding to see their work gain international exposure and receive recognition through tags on Instagram.
Despite the modest financial returns, the author considers their Pexels contributions a side hustle with potential for growth.
The author plans to be more strategic in their content creation, aligning it with seasons and holidays to increase engagement and earnings.
They acknowledge the need to invest in better equipment and to learn from successful photographers to enhance their craft.
The author is open to exploring new opportunities, including the submission of AI-generated photos for sale.
They value community input and are eager to learn from others' experiences with image monetization.

How Much Did I Earn in December, Donating My Images to Pexels?

Do you want to know if I earned any $$ from donating my images to Pexels?

1$ in December.

And I have not received a donation since September.

Will I continue to donate (some of) my images?

YES!!

But in the new year, I need to follow a plan. This plan will help me to earn more visibility and potentially some extra passive income.

Below I will share more information about the strategy I plan to follow and, as always — your contribution will be appreciated.

But first — What is Pexels? Pexels is a website where you can find free-to-use images & videos. Similar to Unsplash.

Why do I prefer it? Because I can find any photo I want, I use it to store some of my images & videos, and it gives users the possibility to add a donation website. I use paypal, and I have actually earned some passive income by Pexels Users.

Another reason I enjoy it, is because many of the artists who use my material, tag my Instagram profile.

It gives me more visibility and it is also super rewarding to know that my island’s photos & videos travel the world!

This is my link: https://www.pexels.com/@katy-ramm-2914800/

For the record, I am enclosing the latest payments that I received. One in December and the last one in September.

I have also received donations of 5$ and once of $10!

I do consider this a (low income) side hustle, with a potential to provide greater amounts.

And this is my strategy for 2024.

I will try to make a seasonal calendar of photos to create. i.e. Creating Valentine’s / love images right after New Years .. etc etc..
I will see what the top photographers shoot, and try to improve my photo style
I will need to eventually buy myself a camera or a better smartphone
I will need to set goals and maybe try some other sites as well.
It would be interesting to see if and where we could submit AI photos for sell.

These are just some of my thoughts that I will implement next year, after I rest a bit.

Some of my images ..

That’s it for now!

I would love to know more about your thoughts and of course if you do anything else with your images, or any tips :)

Thank you!!

p.s. I just found out this link, it was May when I celebrated my first 20 M impressions!