To Micro or not to Micro

So I've done a little digging recently and I'm getting concerned about the microstock is destroying the photography world debate. There is a post from 2006 at Strobist that takes one look at it. I've seen other discussion in forums.

Three days into this blog and I'm already taking action. I'd rather have one or two sales through PhotoShelter and be taking photos that interest me than be wedged into an uninteresting corner by the confinement of microstock.

What about my pictures already out there? I guess I'll let the few that are there, sit. Meanwhile, I'll focus my new shooting on technique, styles and subjects that interest me. If I were already making thousands a month on microstock, it might be a hard call. But for now, I'd rather have fun and explore than bring in an extra $10/month.

So what are my feelings on the microstock industry overall? Well, its just likes what has happened in many other businesses. It's basically outsourcing/off-shoring of photographers. Not convenient for those who had been enjoying the stable market, but for those willing to adapt and work at it, there shouldn't be a ton of concern.