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Advocates program

Presenting new visual talent

We recently announced 25 new artists from around the world selected for commissioned work through the Adobe Stock Artist Development Fund.

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Advocates program

Meet the Artist Development Fund recipients

As part of our commitment to supporting and promoting accurate, inclusive representation in stock imagery, we have invested in an Artist Development Fund especially targeted to support self-identifying artists from underrepresented communities.

Meet the artists

3x4 grid of diverse Adobe Artist Development Fund artists from underrepresented communities.

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Healing Reflections

Many of us faced remarkable obstacles in the past few years: economic and political instability, illness, and fear.

https://pages.adobe.com/stock/en/advocates/healing-reflections
Pink graphic poster with signs and diverse arms raised in air protesting women's rights.
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Circles of Activism

In much media representation, there’s a lack of authentic depictions of activism and the important movements gaining momentum and driving change today.

https://pages.adobe.com/stock/en/advocates/circles-of-activism
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Veterans Return

Those who serve or have served in the armed forces around the world know that experience becomes an indelible part of their identity.

https://pages.adobe.com/stock/en/advocates/veterans-return
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Beliefs and Rituals

We’re living in an unpredictable age. For some, organized religion or spiritual journeys have been part of life since birth.

https://pages.adobe.com/stock/en/advocates/beliefs-and-rituals
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Taste of Heritage

Food is life. For many, food is also a passion, hobby, and even a vital pillar of identity.

https://pages.adobe.com/stock/en/advocates/taste-of-heritage
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Family Life

How does a family look? There are as many answers as there are modern families.

https://pages.adobe.com/stock/en/advocates/family-life
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Celebration of Self

Our depictions of the body and perceptions of what defines beauty have always been in flux across history and culture.

https://pages.adobe.com/stock/en/advocates/celebration-of-self
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Joyful Rhythm

The way we move and the noise we make expresses our dreams and desires, our vulnerabilities, and our strengths.

https://pages.adobe.com/stock/en/advocates/joyful-rhythm

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From the blog: championing inclusion in stock imagery.

Young toddler girl with Down syndrome wears glasses and ballerina outfit, practicing on barre.
Creativity

Representing disabled people in stock imagery with authenticity and respect

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Preschool age children laugh at something funny on a smartphone in kitchen. Sister puts arm around brother in wheelchair.
Creativity

The importance of us: a more inclusive picture of family life

https://blog.adobe.com/en/2021/02/23/advocates-family-life
Black mom smiles on yoga mat as toddler daughter in pyjamas plays with her hair.
Creativity

Diverse representation in stock imagery

https://blog.adobe.com/en/publish/2021/03/09/diverse-representation-in-stock-imagery#gs.idzh8e
Closeup portrait of boy child getting orange eyeshadow applied, exploring gender roles and beauty standards.
Creativity

Binary and beyond: gender and representation in stock imagery

https://blog.adobe.com/en/publish/2021/04/30/binary-and-beyond-gender-and-representation-in-stock-imagery#gs.idwrdm
Three Black Lives Matter activists in Covid masks hold up signs protesting for equal civil rights outside.
Creativity

Taking action: activism and expression in our visual landscape

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Japanese man in purple and blue traditional attire bows, performing ritual in large brown Japanese traditional room.
Creativity

Seeking stock imagery of faith and ritual as modern as our world

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Brunette elementary aged girl with Down syndrome smiles in field of sunflowers on sunny day with clouds.
Creativity

Come as you are: celebrating the self and self-expression in stock imagery

https://blog.adobe.com/en/publish/2021/05/13/come-as-you-are-celebrating-the-self-and-self-expression-in-stock-imagery#gs.idwt2u
Female dancer in traditional Southeast Asian attire performs on stage decorated in traditional patterns.
Creativity

Depicting dance and rhythm in the Internet age

https://blog.adobe.com/en/publish/2021/06/17/depicting-dance-and-rhythm-in-internet-age#gs.idwv65
Graphic vector illustration of person in red tank top holding up LGBTQA+ flag behind them with both arms.
Responsibility

How Adobe Stock is embracing diverse and inclusive imagery as consumers seek authenticity

https://blog.adobe.com/en/publish/2021/06/30/adobe-stock-embracing-diverse-inclusive-imagery-consumers-seek-authenticity#gs.idwwz5

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