Diverse Creative Professionals

The Create Fund: An Interview with Elizabeth Rajchart

The Create Fund: An Interview with Elizabeth Rajchart

Through portrait and event photography, and educational classes, adaptive photographer Elizabeth Rajchart advocates for people with disabilities. 

The Create Fund: An Interview with Charlee Black

With the help of The Create Fund, photographer Charlee Black is leaving her hometown behind to create a new path in stock photography.

The Create Fund: An Interview with Shoccara MarcusMarcus

The Create Fund: An Interview with Shoccara Marcus

Shoccara Marcus discusses her transition from professional dancer to full-time photographer, and the inspiration that led her to this craft.

Alpana Aras-King Photographs the Magic of Childhood

Alpana Aras-King Photographs the Magic of Childhood

Photographer Alpana Aras-King shares the magic of childhood and the importance of capturing cherished memories—through the lens.

The Create Fund: An Interview with Omid Razavi

Photographer and filmmaker Omid Razavi discusses his artistic path—and past—delving into his intimate relationship with art.

The Create Fund: Dean Strauss Illustrates Disabled Life in Bright, Beautiful Ways

Inspired by disabled folks from all walks of life, Dean Strauss illustrates their happy, fulfilling lives through portraits.

The Create Fund: Disability and the Art of Oaklee Thiele

The Create Fund: Disability and the Art of Oaklee Thiele

Artist Oaklee Thiele discusses the “life changing” impact of The Create Fund and her nascent career in stock.

Explore Pride Art Created by LGBTQ+ Influencers & Artists

Explore Pride Art Created by LGBTQ+ Influencers & Artists

Create queer art using Shutterstock’s AI Art Generator! See how LGBTQ+ AI design influencers are using our free AI art generator to tell their stories.

Celebrating Juneteenth: Supporting the Next Generation of Creatives

In honor of Juneteenth, Shutterstock and Pond5 are donating to two organizations who are making a difference. 

The Create Fund: Jahmel Reynolds

The Create Fund: Jahmel Reynolds

Though he creates futuristic 3D renderings, visual artist Jahmel Reynolds reaches into his past to find inspiration. 

The Create Fund: International Winners of the #uniquesself Content Brief Contest

Learn more about Shutterstock’s #UniqueSelf portrait photography contest winners and their creative journeys here.

Fireside Chat: Visual Artist Jah Reynolds Chats About Artists Using AI as Creative Partners

Fireside Chat: Visual Artist Jah Reynolds Chats About Artists Using AI as Creative Partners

2023 AI interview with artist Jah Reynolds on AI replacing creative jobs.