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ASMP joins as amicus curiae in printing-ink case

ASMP has joined with a number of other copyright owners’ groups in asking the Supreme Court to overturn an awkward decision from the U.S. Court of Appeals. The case primarily involves patents, not copyrights, but to the extent that it becomes a precedent, it could make life a bit harder for all owners of intellectual property.

(08/19/05)

FotoFest, ASMP to host career development workshops in March

As it has done in the past, FotoFest is again sponsoring two one-day workshops, to be held March 14 and 19, 2006, as part of the FotoFest 2006 event.

(08/15/05)

Lucies gala to be held on October 17

The 2005 Lucies (the photography world’s equivalent of the Oscars) ceremony will take place on Monday, October 17. Among the ASMP members to be honored are Harry Benson and Ozzie Sweet.

(08/15/05)

Everton wins suit against Callaway

At issue was Callaway’s liability for the loss of 213 color transparencies and 62 black-and-white negatives that Everton had shot at several Scottish golf courses for publication in a series of golf books that Callaway would publish.

(08/15/05)

In memoriam: Clarence Snyder

Longtime ASMP member Clarence Snyder died in Easton, PA, on July 20. He was 85 years old.

(08/15/05)

ASMP members on view at Photoworks

An exhibition of the works of two ASMP members, Irene Owsley and Barbara Tyroler, will be at Photoworks in Glen Echo Park, MD, from September 30 through November 13.

(08/15/05)

Graphis issues call for entries

“Graphis Photography Journal — The Americas” is accepting submissions through August 30, 2005. As the title hints, it will feature photos from Canada, the U.S., Central and South America.

(08/15/05)

Photoworkshop wants your entries in Digital Imaging Competition

Photoworkshop.com has opened its fourth annual Digital Imaging Competition; entries will be accepted until December 31, 2005.

(08/10/05)

Photo festivals unite

Nearly 30 photo-fest organizations from 19 European countries are banding together to form a Photo Festival Union. Next month, they will meet to plan a photo festival that draws on contributions from each nation.

(08/10/05)

End-of-summer party with Photo Review

For those who can make it to the Philadelphia area, the Photo Review will host a Gala Garden Party on Saturday, September 10, rain or shine.

(08/10/05)

Brooks Institute said to overstate graduates' prospects

California’s accreditation agency for private schools has criticized the Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara for willfully misleading prospective students about the money that its graduates earn.

(08/10/05)

Notes from Orphan Works roundtable in DC

The US Copyright Officehosted the first two of three roundtable discussions about proposed legislation on orphaned works. Graphic Artists Guild has posted some preliminary observations from the event.

(08/03/05)

Digital magazine market starts to take off

Digital Magazine News reports in its July issue that several popular consumer magazines have achieved a significant level of electronic distribution.

(08/03/05)

ASMP New Members for September

View the list of new members for September 2005.

(08/02/05)

Warhol birthday photo exhibition

New York City’s Shoreham Hotel will hold an exhibit of 25 photographs by Billy Name capturing the process of Andy Warhol’s creativity. (Newslines)

(08/01/05)

Photographers to help conserve Texas habitat

Ninety-five landowners have applied to participate in the first Images for Conservation Fund Pro-Tour of Nature Photography. The guiding concept is that nature photographers have the potential to generate tremendous income for private landowners who lease professionally designed photo sites on prime habitat. (Newslines)

(08/01/05)

Pre-register your copyright?

Music and movie studios — industries that have a history of prerelease infringement — may soon be able to preregister unpublished works that are being prepared for commercial distribution. (Newslines)

(08/01/05)

Online photo journal features twister chasers

The mid-July issue of Double Exposure features stories on photographers who chase tornados. (Newslines)

(08/01/05)

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