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Gary Pageau is principal of InfoCircle LLC, continuing his marketing communications career. InfoCircle LLC is a marketing and communications consulting firm, specializing in business-to-business markets. For nearly 25 years, he was with PMA International, serving most recently as Publisher, Content Development and Strategic Initiatives. His primary responsibilities included overseeing the Association’s editorial department, marketing research unit, education and corporate relations department.

Building Volume Photography Communities: Ian Hatch’s Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneur Podcasts 

Building Volume Photography Communities: Ian Hatch’s Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneur

After dedicating 30 years to school photography and rising to Head of Sales at the UK’s largest school photography company, Ian Hatch found himself unexpectedly redundant at age 54. Rather than retiring or changing careers, he channeled what he candidly calls his “revenge” into something extraordinary – a thriving school photography business that’s grown from a single school to 66 in just... Read More
Canon announces updates to Colorado M-Series and Arizona products News Updates 

Canon announces updates to Colorado M-Series and Arizona products

Canon U.S.A. Inc. announced updates for the Colorado M-series and Arizona products. Complementing the hardware updates are the latest releases of the Colorado M-series V4.5, along with the PRISMAguide XL 3.5 and PRISMAelevate XL 2.2 solutions, which are both part of the PRISMA XL Suite and can help further enhance the productivity and creative versatility of the platforms. Canon has... Read More
Epson introduces SureColor S7170 solvent printer New Products 

Epson introduces SureColor S7170 solvent printer

Epson announced the SureColor S7170 64-inch signage printer. Utilizing UltraChrome GS3 4-color solvent inks and Epson Precision Dot technology, the SureColor S7170 delivers consistent, high-quality output, the company claims. The SureColor S7170’s precise media handling system paired with a new, wider 1.33-inch PrecisionCore Micro TFP printhead with Nozzle Verification Technology ensures stable operation with faster print speeds. Additionally, a temperature sensor... Read More
Vanguard Digital announces Radnor wide-format production printer New Products 

Vanguard Digital announces Radnor wide-format production printer

Vanguard Digital, a Durst Group company, launched the Radnor printer, which will debut at booth #2624 during the 2025 ISA Expo. Named for Tennessee’s scenic Radnor Lake, the Radnor is a 3.2-meter UV-LED hybrid all-in-one printing system, handling both rigid and roll substrates. The Radnor can be configured with up to three rows of printheads, delivering print speeds of up to... Read More
TAMRON announces development of all-in-one zoom lens  for Nikon Z mount, Canon RF Mount News 

TAMRON announces development of all-in-one zoom lens for Nikon Z mount, Canon RF Mount

Tamron announced the development of an all-in-one zoom lens, 18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD (Model B061, for Nikon Z mount and Canon RF mount APS-C mirrorless cameras). Release date and pricing will be announced at a later date. The 18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD (Model B061) is an all-in-one zoom lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras. It was the... Read More
Insta360 unveils X5, a tough 360-degree flagship action camera New Products 

Insta360 unveils X5, a tough 360-degree flagship action camera

Insta360  announced Insta360 X5, its new flagship 360-degree camera, combining high image quality, rugged durability, and AI-powered ease of use. The X5’s larger 1/1.28-inch sensors and Triple AI Chip system deliver 8K 30fps 360° video. With PureVideo, a new AI-powered low-light mode, X5 achieves crisp, cinematic footage in challenging lighting, the company claims. Insta360 X5 is now  available at US$549.99.... Read More
FastEditor, Promidata announce partnership to expand logo editor audience News Partnerships 

FastEditor, Promidata announce partnership to expand logo editor audience

FastEditor and Promidata announced a strategic partnership to make FastEditor’s Logo Editor available to all Promidata customers. This collaboration marks an exciting step forward in streamlining the personalization process for the promotional products industry. FastEditor, known for its editing technology that removes friction from personalization workflows, will work closely with Promidata, a software provider for promotional product companies across Europe.... Read More
Canon U.S.A. launches production customer experience center at Melville HQ Events News 

Canon U.S.A. launches production customer experience center at Melville HQ

Canon U.S.A., Inc. launched its new Production Customer Experience Center (CEC) at its Melville, N.Y. headquarters. Spanning more than 3,000 square feet, the CEC provides a dynamic environment to showcase Canon’s portfolio of hardware and software print production solutions. The facility features the full line-up of Canon imagePRESS V family of digital presses, including the imagePRESS V900, imagePRESS V1000, imagePRESS... Read More
Rise Above Research announces new reports for 2025 Market research News 

Rise Above Research announces new reports for 2025

Rise Above Research announced new report updates, available from the reports page: 2022 US Photo Merchandise Forecast– This is an annual US Photo Merchandise forecast that focuses on photo cards, photo books, photo calendars, and photo wall/tabletop décor. The forecast range is from 2025-2029, with estimates for 2024 given as well, and includes units, revenue, average selling prices, and breakouts... Read More
Amaze unveils next-generation Teespring Marketplace Partnerships Updates 

Amaze unveils next-generation Teespring Marketplace

Amaze announced a major update to its Teespring Marketplace, featuring new design and enhanced discovery features. The update builds on momentum from the platform’s March 25 relaunch with improved navigation, curated product collections, and a smarter layout, the company says, adding that the platform makes it easier for fans to browse entire categories, such as gaming, pop culture, nature, music, and... Read More
The Healing Power of Smartphone Photography, with Joe Van Wyk News 

The Healing Power of Smartphone Photography, with Joe Van Wyk

Photography isn’t just about capturing images—it can be a powerful tool for healing and presence. Joe Van Wyk‘s journey from struggling graphic designer to mindful photographer reveals how smartphone photography transformed his mental health and creative expression. Growing up with artistic talent, Van Wyk initially took a conventional path, pursuing an MBA and international business to emulate his successful father. When... Read More
TIPA Awards recognize products in 40 categories Events News 

TIPA Awards recognize products in 40 categories

The Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) announced the winners of the 2025 TIPA World Awards, honoring the Best Photo/Imaging Products of the year, selected by a global network of print and online publication editors. Winners were selected during the annual General Assembly of TIPA members, in Istanbul, Turkey. Editors and representatives from print and online publications—spanning Asia, Australia, Europe, and... Read More
American Experience to air “Mr. Polaroid” next month Events News 

American Experience to air “Mr. Polaroid” next month

The long-running PBS Series “American Experience” will feature Polaroid founder Edwin Land on its 3703rd episode. Titled “Mr. Polaroid,” the documentary about Land premieres May 19, 2025, at 9:00-10:00 p.m. ET. Check your local PBS station for days and times. More than 50 years ago, Land dreamed up “a camera that you would use as often as your pencil or... Read More
Polaroid announces the Flip instant camera New Products 

Polaroid announces the Flip instant camera

Polaroid unveils the Flip, a “tech-packed” instant camera for high-quality shots at the click of a button. The $199.99 camera features sonar autofocusing, a hyperfocal 4-lens system, Polaroid’s most powerful flash, and scene analysis. The camera, which Polaroid is marketing as a camera for the “analog lifestyle,” is featured packed, including a flippable lid: Hyperfocal 4-Lens System for beautifully sharp... Read More