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Steve Axford
17-05-2014, 4:07pm
I recently had a request to feature my fungi photos on a website called thisiscolossal. I'd never heard of it, but I agreed as I am always keen to get more exposure for my fungi photos (or any photos for that matter). I'm glad I did as it has generated well over 1 million hits on my smugmug and flickr sites plus many requests for paid use of the photos, interviews, book covers, etc. I am actually quite stunned at the level of response.

The photos can be seen at http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2014/05/fantastic-fungi-steve-axford/

CherylK
17-05-2014, 4:23pm
Wow Steve I just had a look at thisiscolossal.com and I can understand why you got soooo many hits on smugmug and flickr.
Over 1 million hits and everyone so well deserved and you shouldn't be stunned, just very proud. Brilliant photography!!!:wd:

Steve Axford
17-05-2014, 4:33pm
Thanks Cheryl. I've never gone viral before, cept when I catch a cold. Perhaps I'll get enough from this little bit of publicity to pay for my next toys. Some sort of tracking mechanism would be good, but we'll wait and see.

Cris
17-05-2014, 4:41pm
Just had a look, They are all great shots, the kind of fungi shots anyone would aspire too. Well done and any credit you receive is very well earned and deserved.

blkmcs
17-05-2014, 4:47pm
Simply amazing stuff, little wonder people are flocking to your sites.

Steve Axford
17-05-2014, 5:27pm
Thanks guys. I'm actually most pleased because it is the fungi and it will help to put them in peoples minds. It's good to get some recognition, and for something that I am so interested in.

Cargo
17-05-2014, 5:38pm
What a great accolade Steve and well deserved :wd:
Cheers Cargo

Mary Anne
17-05-2014, 5:51pm
Well Done Steve..

snappysi
18-05-2014, 6:22pm
Nothing better than getting recognition for something that your passionate about, sometimes its worth more than money...congrats

Simon.

Wandapics
18-05-2014, 6:43pm
Good on you Steve. Well deserved accolades.

Cage
18-05-2014, 8:08pm
Steve, I've been an admirer of your fungi shots since I've been on this site.

You're only getting what you deserve. :th3:

CandidTown
18-05-2014, 11:39pm
Looks like miniature Pandora.
James Cameron should visit your page for inspiration... :)
Great images.

Glenda
19-05-2014, 7:52am
Stunning photographs and you deserve all the interest shown in your work. Well done.

billy4030
19-05-2014, 8:03am
Just had a look, unbelievable photos. Good on you. :wd:

Steve Axford
19-05-2014, 8:40am
Thanks Guys.
Simon, that's the point. I does generate quite a bit of money too.

arthurking83
19-05-2014, 9:30am
I guess the moral of the story is that, properly targeted giveaways can result in exposure which help generate sales.

In an industry that seems to have become swamped with calls for not giving away your IP for free .. this totally goes against that grain.

Good to see and well deserved too.

Steve Axford
19-05-2014, 9:49am
Thanks Arthur - and you hit the nail on the head. There are two very distinct ways that you can approach making money from photography. First is the old method of being exclusive and the second is the modern internet way of being popular. I remember reading about how little John Travolta was paid for doing Pulp Fiction, yet it resurrected his career and made him a lot of money in the end. I know an actor who makes a small living from his acting roles and lots from advertisements and appearance money. I wouldn't suggest that I could make a living from anything I earn from this, but it does show that exposure isn't just giving your photos away.

enseth
19-05-2014, 11:59am
Add one more "Hit" to the list Steve. Sensational stuff. We all know that there is an incredible amount of photography out there but your work proves the old adage that cream rises to the surface. I shall now continue on my whey.

OzChopper
19-05-2014, 12:14pm
Beautiful shots. They make me want to find a rainforest and go 'shroom searching :)

Steve Axford
19-05-2014, 1:15pm
Thanks Enseth. OzC - that's one of the reasons I try to get my stuff out there.

bricat
19-05-2014, 7:40pm
We have been lucky(I could not spell privlige) to "discover" you first on this site. It is always great to see your fungi shots. Good luck with your endeavours. cheers Brian

basketballfreak6
19-05-2014, 8:20pm
great shots! did u post them on POTN before? pretty sure i recognise that 2nd shot with the mossie :)

Steve Axford
19-05-2014, 9:47pm
on POTN? wat's that?

fess67
19-05-2014, 10:32pm
well done. Great images

basketballfreak6
19-05-2014, 10:43pm
on POTN? wat's that?

photography on the net forum lol

Steve Axford
20-05-2014, 7:07am
After a quick search I find that they are posted all over the net, almost everywhere except POTN. I almost certainly posted them here.

basketballfreak6
20-05-2014, 8:31am
After a quick search I find that they are posted all over the net, almost everywhere except POTN. I almost certainly posted them here.

Lol maybe my memory is playing tricks with me, but either way great shots :)

J.davis
21-05-2014, 8:14pm
Well done Steve.
I read my news through 'Flipboard' on my phone, and Today, I noticed that your work was featured on the photography page I visit.
Again - Well Done.