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Survey of international members
Photography is an international language, and from its very beginnings the ASMP has counted internationally based photographers as integral members.
Denis Piel
Denis Piel
Web site: www.denispiel.com
Country Based/For How Long: France (ten years) and USA (twenty five years).
Nationality: Australian/French
Photographic Specialty: Art, beauty, portraits, advertising, fashion.
For how many years have you worked as a photographer? 46 years.
For how many years have you been an ASMP member? 26 years.
What do you consider to be the most valuable aspect of your membership in the ASMP?
Keeping up.
What service or information could ASMP provide to you as an international member that would add value to your membership?
Insurance contacts for equipment when traveling, services like labs, supply places especially in places like China and India and other emerging countries.
Would you be willing to pay extra for this service?
Yes.
Do you participate in any of the existing ASMP specialty groups or listservs?
No.
Do you belong to other local photographic or professional associations within your local community?
No.
What is your primary source of news about the photography industry?
The Web, and friends, and the ASMP.
In your opinion, what is the most critical issue affecting photographers in your local community today?
Rights.
In the interest of building community and forging strategic alliances, would you be willing to share resources and knowledge of your local market with another ASMP member if they were to contact you in advance of a trip to your area?
Yes.