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123RF adds two new search options to help their users.  First up is the advanced model release search options.  You can now search for topics under model releases such as - ethnicity, number of people, age, and gender.  The second new search option is a check box for cutouts or isolation images only.  These are images with a flat consistence background, mostly white or black backgrounds.  Thanks to the guys at 123RF for these extra's.

The3dStudio has done some more slight improvement for its users.  The have increased the speed of searches and improved usability of it also.  The largest upgrade comes with the ability to search and match some of the keywords you have entered or choose to match all your keywords you have entered.  This gives you the flexibility on the search results and can thin out or increase the results based on your exact needs. If you search under the stock photos category then the search engine will default to the more accurate option of matching all keywords you entered when possible. If all keywords can’t be matched it will revert to matching as many as it can and show the results as a “partial match”. For other categories, like 3d models, it will default to the broad search to show more results and then give you the option to do an exact search if needed.  So what are you waiting for, go search for something .

At the end of July VEER launched with a new streamlined look and feel.  The combined several of the confusing aspects of their site such as multiple locations of types of image.  Everything is in one search now, woot woot.  To kick off the celebration you will notice 25 extra credits in your account when you log in...but hurry, those credits will vanish on Aug. 31st, 2010.  Other new features are listed below. Affordable new fonts There are now over 12,000 fonts to choose from at Veer, with individual fonts starting at just $10. Exciting new releases from some of the most talented designers in the world are added every month. Two ways to pay, new ways to save Use a credit card every time you check out, or save time and money by loading your account with Veer Credits – a prepaid option that helps you save up to 56% ...

So the F5 has officially launched over at iStock .  The new look is nice, much cleaner when you log in and they don't clutter things with links and buttons.  As for speed, everything seems to load a little faster, but it just might be me thinking it does...hahahahaha.  Can't wait to see the other phases as they roll out.  Below is the link to the new guide and a coupon code for 25% off a credit package.  Well what are you waiting for, go check it out. Coupon Code: iLOVEF5 Guide

This is a little late, but here is the breakdown for July sales.  Number of sales at total sites was down, but total sales was up from last month. Dreamstime - takes back the lead after 3 months in second place ShutterStock 123RF

I would just like to take a moment to share with everyone an image of mine was used on a front cover of the following book.  If you are interested in buying the book, follow the links below.  This was an exciting moment for me as I have not been featured on a publication that I know of.  The image of mine that was uses is the pirate ship on the cover, image credits where provided on the back cover.  thanks to all the users who have bought my work over the years. Code of Theophilus

iStock Photo has been working on a major overhaul called "F5" of their site, starting in late August as mentioned in a previous post.  Here is some additional information that has sense come out. The project well come out in several phases, phase 1 will be for Contributors.  Colors, layout, etc will all be changed with some special real estate for just contributors.  A new contributor lounge will be made grouping together information, resources, and functionality for artist.  A important item in the background of phase 1 is programing that will allow iStock to grow and redevelop as needed.  Most of these changes are coming from the feedback that contributors have been giving over the years. Stay tune to more information I will post as its released.  Meanwhile iStock hit their 7 millionth image mark. Preview of F5 by nicolesy: