Cathopic accepts high-quality visual content related to Catholic faith, practice, and culture. We welcome three main types of content from contributors.
Types of content accepted
1. Photography:
Catholic liturgy and sacraments
Churches, cathedrals, and sacred architecture
Prayer and devotion
Catholic symbols and iconography
Saints, clergy, and religious life
Ministry and evangelization
Catholic family life
Religious education and catechesis
Catholic art and culture
Seasonal and liturgical content (Advent, Lent, Easter, Christmas)
2. Video clips:
B-roll footage of Catholic subjects
Liturgical ceremonies and sacraments
Sacred spaces and architecture
Catholic cultural traditions
Nature and creation-themed content
Abstract or symbolic content for ministry use
Preferably 10-20 seconds in length
3. Graphics and illustrations:
Catholic-themed illustrations
Liturgical design elements
Quote graphics templates
Social media templates
Bulletin and newsletter graphics
Icons and symbols
Patterns and backgrounds
Vector illustrations
Content must be authentically Catholic
All content should:
Align with Catholic teaching and doctrine
Respectfully represent the faith
Be useful for Catholic ministry and evangelization
Accurately portray liturgical elements
Maintain reverence for sacred subjects
What we're NOT looking for
Generic religious content without Catholic identity
Content misrepresenting Catholic teaching
Irreverent or disrespectful treatment of sacred subjects
Poor quality or amateur content
Content you don't own the rights to
Content already on other stock platforms
Free vs. Premium content
Free content (photographers only):
Available to all Cathopic users without subscription
You don't earn from downloads
Helps build your portfolio and exposure
Optional - you can make all content premium
Premium content (all contributors):
Available only to Cathopic subscribers
You earn commission from each download
All videos and graphics are automatically premium
Recommended for photographers seeking earnings
Understanding market demand
Content that performs well typically includes:
Clear subjects with practical ministry applications
High-quality technical execution
Variety in composition and perspective
Seasonal and liturgical relevance
Diversity in representation
Clean, uncluttered compositions
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Special content considerations
Images of people:
Model releases may be required for identifiable individuals
Ensure appropriate representation and dignity
Children should be photographed with appropriate permissions
Sacred architecture:
Property releases may be needed for some locations
Respect photography restrictions in sacred spaces
Ensure accurate representation of liturgical details
Eucharistic imagery:
Must be reverent and theologically accurate
Avoid depicting the Eucharist in ways that could be seen as disrespectful
Consider how content will be used in ministry contexts
Copyright and exclusivity
You must:
Own 100% of the copyright to your content
Not upload content available on other stock platforms
Have proper releases for identifiable people and private property
Verify originality of all creative work
Quantity and consistency
Successful contributors typically:
Upload regularly and consistently
Maintain quality across all submissions
Build a diverse portfolio
Respond to market demand
Pay attention to seasonal needs
From our contributor guidelines: "Publishing more content increases your opportunities for downloads and higher earnings, rewarding both perseverance and impact."
For detailed requirements, see our upload requirements guide.
