Inside W61

Because creativity needs freedom

The stock photography business isn’t just about good photos. It’s also about working with clients to find a cohesive visual concept. That’s why we at Westend61 place great value on individualized, personal support.

Is AI going to replace Photographers? Interview with Gerald Staufer, CEO of Photo Agency Westend61

Many photographers are worried about AI. But is AI a real threat to photography? This post presents the thoughts of the CEO of German photo agency, Westend61, on this matter.

MILESTONE OF A LONG, COLORFUL PICTURE JOURNEY: 20 YEARS WESTEND61

These days mark the 20th anniversary of when we set out to carve out a place for ourselves in the stock photography industry. And today, when we look back on the two decades of our existence, we believe we can justifiably say: We have succeeded! 

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Westend61 Shoot Club: We support newcomers to stock photography

The “Shoot Club” is our support program for talented newcomers whose potential we want to develop with the help of individually tailored briefings.

The Westend61 Sales Team: Finding tailor-made solutions for customers

Successful visual communication is not a coincidence, but the result of customized image concepts.

How we create a diverse portfolio

In royalty-free stock photography, there is permanently competitive solid pressure. Who has the best photographers, the best prices, and covers all the hot image concepts?

Creativity and Quality: Martine Prässl, creative director at Westend61

Creative Director Martine Prässl has a key role at Westend61 because she is where the creative department’s threads intersect.

Up in the Air: Amazing Aerial looks down on us, but only in a positive and breathtaking sense

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“Curated and royalty free – these are our Stock Images”

Westend61, Europe’s largest producer of premium lifestyle images. Head of Sales Ellen Schmidt gives an overview.
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