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Blackmagic Design announces Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 12K

July 16, 2020July 21, 2020 GaryPageau Blackmagic

Blackmagic Design announced Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 12K, a new digital film camera with a 12,288 x 6,480 12K Super 35 image sensor, 14 stops of dynamic range and high-frame-rate shooting at up to 60 frames per second in 12K at 80 megapixels per frame. This third-generation model supports new Blackmagic Generation 5 Color Science and higher Blackmagic RAW performance,... Read More

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Adorama releases “Inside Beauty and Fashion Photography” series with Lindsay Adler

July 16, 2020July 21, 2020 GaryPageau Adorama

Adorama announced today its latest AdoramaTV series, “Inside Beauty and Fashion Photography,” featuring fashion and beauty photographer Lindsay Adler, who shares her insider secrets on what it takes to be a successful fashion photographer. Adler covers topics such as behind the scenes of fashion shoots, lighting techniques, interviews with industry experts, and more. “To be a successful fashion photographer you have... Read More

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Mike Giannattasio named president of Leica Camera

July 14, 2020July 19, 2020 GaryPageau

Leica Camera appoints luxury brand executive Mike Giannattasio as president of its North American division, effective July 1. In this position, Giannattasio will bring his extensive knowledge in brand strategy, organizational development, sales growth, and marketing transformation to Leica Camera USA. Giannattasio succeeds long-standing president Roger Horn, who retired after a 40-year career with the company. Giannattasio joins Leica with... Read More

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E-commerce marketing mistakes to avoid during the pandemic

July 14, 2020July 17, 2020 GaryPageau E-commerce

At a time when businesses are closing down, e-commerce businesses are finding a foothold in their respective industries in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic. If you are one of them, you should be aware of the common mistakes that could harm your business instead of helping it thrive. Here are three marketing mistakes you need to avoid. Marketing to... Read More

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New school photographers’ association launched

July 10, 2020July 12, 2020 GaryPageau School Photographers of America

School Photographers of America (SPOA) is a new nonprofit industry association working to develop standardized policies for school photography companies, work to protect the integrity of the industry, be an industry representative at state and national government levels, and educate others on image copyright laws. Responding to the effect of COVID-19 shutdowns, not only on his employer but on the... Read More

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PRINTING United Alliance opens annual product of the year awards competition

July 10, 2020July 11, 2020 GaryPageau PRINTING United Alliance

PRINTING United Alliance announced the call for entries has opened for the annual Product of the Year Awards competition. The competition includes more than 85 categories spanning the printing industry and judging this year will take place over a new virtual event format. The deadline to submit entries online is Sept. 8, 2020. This year, the coveted program features a... Read More

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Printful expands in Barcelona, expands in Australia

July 10, 2020July 11, 2020 GaryPageau Printful

Throughout the next 18 months, Printful plans to invest 1 million euros into its Barcelona fulfillment center, which opened in May. The 19,350 square-foot facility is Printful’s sixth global fulfillment center and serves the Western European market. Europe is Printful’s second-largest market, and the company’s sales in Spain have tripled in the past year, the company says. Printful anticipates... Read More

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GotPhoto Summer Camp coming up July 20-24

July 9, 2020July 15, 2020 GaryPageau GotPhoto, GotPhoto Summer Camp

GotPhoto Virtual Summer Camp is coming up July 20-24 and you’re invited! Join GotPhoto for a customizable virtual summer camp, featuring a slate of expert photographers as presenters. and get ready to learn from an amazing group of expert photographers, the team at GotPhoto, and other attendees. The schedule is below: The summer camp schedule is fully customizable, meaning attendees... Read More

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Save Your Photos Month is coming in September; you can help

July 9, 2020July 12, 2020 GaryPageau

The Photo Managers (formerly the Association of Personal Photo Organizers) has announced an ambitious slate of activities for Save Your Photos Month – September 2020. Every September, photo organizers, companies, and photo retailers work together to raise awareness and educate people about the benefits of safeguarding their photos, through online and in-person events and social media campaigns. In 2020, the... Read More

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PPA launches education platform for photographers

July 9, 2020July 11, 2020 GaryPageau PPA

Professional Photographers of America (PPA) launched a redesigned online education platform, featuring an improved user interface and user experience, complete with structured curriculums allowing members to complete assignments and track their individual progress. Other new features allow learners to create their own playlists of their favorite videos or to explore the platform’s “Deep Dives,” which give photographers in-depth overviews of... Read More

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ShootProof moves its staff to a work from anywhere model

July 8, 2020December 31, 2020 GaryPageau ShootProof

Gallery software provider ShootProof announced a distributed, flexible work model. The work-from-anywhere model removes traditional workplace requirements, empowering team members to work wherever they are most effective. “Our employees have inspired me as we have adapted tremendously since becoming a distributed, virtual team,” said Steve Marshall, CEO. “We are gaining momentum, and team members are finding creative ways to prioritize... Read More

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DNP captures high-school grad photos at Charlotte Motor Speedway

July 7, 2020July 12, 2020 GaryPageau COVID-19, DNP Photo

Many school districts across the country are finding new and unique ways to celebrate the great accomplishments of their graduating seniors despite school shutdowns. Cabarrus County Schools in North Carolina took a unique approach with drive-through graduation ceremonies for its ten different schools at Charlotte Motor Speedway. On June 12-13, more than 2,500 seniors and their families were invited to... Read More

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Photo-Me reports year-end results drop 5.6% due to COVID-19

July 7, 2020July 12, 2020 GaryPageau

Instant-service equipment maker Photo-Me International plc, announced total group revenue dropped 5.6% to £215.4 million for the 12 months ended April 30, 2020. The company said, “due to the significant impact of COVID-19 on consumer activity”, the group lost £22.7 million of revenue as a direct impact of the virus, mainly in March and April. Underlying profit before tax was... Read More

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EasyCut Studio releases of its multi-language vinyl cutting software

July 6, 2020July 11, 2020 GaryPageau

EasyCut Studio, a global developer of sign-making software solutions, launched multi-language support for the sign design and vinyl cutting software, Easy Cut Studio. This new release is a ground-up rebuild of the software, extended its multi-language support for German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and simplified Chinese. This enables EasyCut Studio to extend its reach to more worldwide users to offer... Read More

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Excire Foto AI-based photo management software released in the United States

July 6, 2020July 7, 2020 GaryPageau Excire, Excire Foto1 Comment

Excire Inc. has released Excire Foto, an AI-based photo management tool. According to a company announcement, “Excire Foto automatically analyzes and tags the photos in a user’s collection, with keywords. Whether the photos are from a beach vacation or a family celebration, Excire Foto AI finds the photos in a flash and brings the otherwise hidden photo-treasures to light.” “This... Read More