ShootQ joins Pictage

 
ShootQ is a community built by photographers for photographers. You've been patient as ShootQ grew. There have been growing pains along the way, but you've stuck with us! Today, we're writing to share some exciting news about the next steps in our journey together. After weeks of planning and discussion, Pictage has acquired ShootQ. The reason for the acquisition is pretty straight forward. Pictage’s mission is to become a one-stop-shop for photographers. Tighter integration between ShootQ and Pictage is a logical step. But that’s not the reason we did this deal. The real reason is that we discovered kindred spirits who are devoted to making photographers’ lives easier. When we watched the new Pictage management team in action, we were impressed by their passion for serving photographers. The combination of Pictage and ShootQ will create the first comprehensive platform for photographers to manage their workflow, promote their brand, connect with community, and sell their work. Plans are in place for the joint development and integration of Pictage and ShootQ, as well as nationwide town hall meetings. These meetings are designed to provide an in-person opportunity for photographers to talk through the opportunities, plans, and benefits that arise from such an exciting, impactful collaboration. To learn more and join the conversation, visit the pictage.shootq.com or the ShootQ forums. We'll be hanging out and answering questions between 12:30pm ET to 2:30 ET today! See you there! Together we succeed. Andrew Niesen President and Co-Founder, ShootQ

Comments

[Ben Drucker]

I wish I could be excited about this, and I wish I could use Pictage. But $600 a year vs. $150 for SmugMug Pro is just too much for me. Hopefully this acquisiton will accelerate regular development.

[Jon Thorpe]

I am trying to think positive on this decision.... But does this now mean that we may never see integration with RedCart or other third party apps? It's only logical that Pictage will now want to hold the monopoly.

By comparison, Tave has announced integration with many 3rd party cart systems - and it's very tempting to jump ship since I run RedCart and want to keep doing my own fulfillment through it and ths integration will make my life that much easier. I do like ShootQ, but I also like keeping other peoples hands out of my pockets :)

[xl pharmacy]

What a great site, the photos are just incredible.