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Swedish photobook company Once Upon reaches new milestones News 

Swedish photobook company Once Upon reaches new milestones

Privately held Swedish photo book company Once Upon announced a series of financial performance and significant global growth accomplishments in 2023. Once Upon obtained B Corp certification in 2023, joining the ranks of more than 100 other companies in the Nordics and contributing to the global community of 8000 B Corps. This certification underscores Once Upon’s pursuit of ethical business... Read More
Beth Forester named CEO of Animoto News 

Beth Forester named CEO of Animoto

Redbrick, which purchased automatic animation company Animoto in August, 2023, announced Beth Forester stepped into the role as CEO, previously from vice president of marketing at Animoto. Her career at Animoto began in 2015, as a product marketing manager. Since that time, Forester has demonstrated unwavering commitment to the team, Animoto’s development, and its customers. Her unrivaled product and market... Read More
Adobe adds generative AI to Adobe Premiere News Updates 

Adobe adds generative AI to Adobe Premiere

Adobe previewed generative AI innovations within Adobe Premiere Pro, at NAB 2024. The company said these new editing workflows will be powered by a new video model that will join the family of Firefly models including Image, Vector, Design, and Text Effects. Adobe is continuing to develop Firefly AI models in the categories where it has deep domain expertise, such... Read More
Mastering marketing consistency: Strategies for small businesses with Kate McQuade, P360 News 

Mastering marketing consistency: Strategies for small businesses with Kate McQuade, P360

Picture your business’s voice echoing with unmistakable clarity across the digital expanse—this is the power of consistency in marketing that Kate McQuade, Senior Director of Marketing at P360, unpacks in the latest Dead Pixels Society podcast conversation with Gary Pageau. With her extensive background, McQuade illustrates why a solid, unified brand message is more than just a good idea; it’s a fundamental pillar in carving... Read More
TIPA announces winners of this year’s TIPA World Awards Events News 

TIPA announces winners of this year’s TIPA World Awards

The Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) announced the 2024 TIPA World Awards for the Best Photo & Imaging Products of the Year. The annual awards reflect the current state and the future direction of technology, products, and services appealing to professional, enthusiast, and amateur consumers. At the annual General Assembly of TIPA members, held this year in Rome, Italy, representatives... Read More
May 15 IPC Awards luncheon to feature Benjamin Von Wong print giveaway Events News 

May 15 IPC Awards luncheon to feature Benjamin Von Wong print giveaway

The 50th anniversary International Photographic Council (IPC) Awards Luncheon at the Delegates Dining Room at the United Nations in New York City on May 15 is shaping up to be a milestone event. The organization be posthumously honoring world-renowned photographer Douglas Kirkland with the special IPC Lifetime Achievement Award, with special guest Francoise Kirkland as the Keynote Speaker. Benjamin Von Wong, a... Read More
Sony Electronics launches camera remote SDK firmware updates News 

Sony Electronics launches camera remote SDK firmware updates

Sony Electronics launched Version 1.12 of the previously released Camera Remote Software Development Kit (SDK ), bringing more features and Wi-Fi connection among other improvements. Additionally, new Camera Remote Command capabilities enable remote control of a wide range of 29 digital cameras. Sony also removed restrictions to third-party software development and supports the creation of software that remotely controls Sony’s... Read More
Eric Gareau appointed CEO of Claranova News People on the Move 

Eric Gareau appointed CEO of Claranova

PlanetArt parent Claranova, a leading global technology company, announces the appointment of Eric Gareau as CEO, effective immediately. Gareau succeeds Pierre Cesarini, who is leaving the company. Gareau has been Chief Executive Officer of Avanquest, Claranova’s software publishing and distribution division, since 2021. He successfully led Avanquest’s transition to a subscription sales business model, making the company the main contributor... Read More
UW Solutions unveils Unisub sublimation acrylic panels through Johnson Plastics Plus partnership News Partnerships 

UW Solutions unveils Unisub sublimation acrylic panels through Johnson Plastics Plus partnership

Unisub, a brand of UW Solutions, announced the launch of Unisub Sublimation Acrylic panels, acrylic panels designed for brilliant sublimation printing, which will be be exclusively distributed by Johnson Plastics Plus to sublimation professionals, crafters, and hobbyists across North America. The company claims Unisub Sublimation Acrylic panels “boast a proprietary coating formulation that allows vibrant, radiant colors to flourish on the... Read More
NRF: Census data shows March retail sales grew News 

NRF: Census data shows March retail sales grew

Data released by the U.S. Census Bureau shows retail sales continued to increase in March as tax refunds and job growth put more money in shoppers’ pockets, said Jack Kleinhenz, chief economist, National Retail Federation (NRF). “March’s Census Bureau numbers confirm that consumer spending remains steady, underscoring a resilient consumer despite inflationary pressure,” Kleinhenz said. “While sales were mixed, several... Read More
PhotoDeck’s Evolution: Empowering photographers with JF Maion News Podcasts 

PhotoDeck’s Evolution: Empowering photographers with JF Maion

Gary Pageau of the Dead Pixels Society sits down with JF Maion, the entrepreneurial mind behind the family-owned PhotoDeck. Learn firsthand about the company’s transformative leap from a stock photography niche to a sanctuary for photographers. PhotoDeck has carved out a unique space in the world of photography, offering everything from proofing galleries to robust e-commerce capabilities. Maion details the deliberate choices made to allow photographers... Read More
Google Photos expands AI editing tools to more users News 

Google Photos expands AI editing tools to more users

Beginning May 15, Google Photos announced it is making available once-exclusive photo editing features like Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, and Portrait Light to all users of Google Photos. Previously, those features were only available to Google One subscribers. The company is also expanding the availability of Magic Editor. the generative AI photo editor, to all Pixel devices, not just Pixel 8... Read More
High tech meets high touch: The 2024 Photo Managers Conference Events News 

High tech meets high touch: The 2024 Photo Managers Conference

The Dead Pixels Society attended The Photo Managers Conference 2024 in Columbus, Ohio, April 2-6, 2024. The conference, the 13th edition for this group that is now in its 15th year, touched on a wide range of business and operational topics. Breakout session topics ranged from digital marketing, cyber security and compliance, AI, CRM, workshop development, and more. At the... Read More
PRINTING United Expo 2024 registration is now open Events News 

PRINTING United Expo 2024 registration is now open

PRINTING United Alliance announced registration is open for PRINTING United Expo 2024 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Sept. 10-12.  More than 600 exhibitors from around the world have already booked booth space at this year’s Expo, with more than 800 expected, which will showcase the latest advancements in printing technology, featuring a wide range... Read More