A fair and sustainable market in real photography
Perpetual License, Fair Price
A one-time purchase. No subscriptions, no recurring fees. The license is owned outright and lasts indefinitely, with respect to limits defined by international intellectual property and copyright laws.
Legitimate Use, Clear Rights
Proper licensing means no risk of copyright infringement. Attribution requirements ensure respect for creators.
Licenses Can Appreciate
Limited editions mean genuine scarcity. As availability decreases, remaining licenses become more valuable.
Resale Rights
Licenses can be resold on the secondary market. If the image becomes more sought-after, resale at a premium is possible.
Creators Benefit From Resales
When a license changes hands, the original photographer receives 10% of the resale price.
Find Something Different
Work from photographers and archives not found on mainstream stock platforms.
How It Works
Browse Distinctive Work
Curated images from photographers and archives. Every image is appraised, verified, and properly documented.
License Early
The earlier a license is purchased, the better the price. Each sale increases the next.
Own Something Scarce
Limited editions mean genuine scarcity. Licenses can be resold on the secondary market if no longer needed.
What Makes This Different
| Traditional Stock | Unpinched |
|---|---|
| Unlimited downloads | Limited editions |
| Prices trend downward | Prices rise with demand |
| 15-30% to creators | 85% to creators |
| Generic, ubiquitous | Distinctive, traceable |
| Platform owns relationship | Direct creator connection |
Unpinched works with photographers and archives to bring distinctive work to market. Each image is appraised, documented, and listed as a limited edition.