Foto SF, the database software, have released a new version for their award-winning software. The new version comes with a brand new sleek interface and with exciting new features. The new version allows Read the rest of this entry »
New FotoSF Lite version released
January 26th, 2010DVD with encryption
December 9th, 2009London UK, 8 December 2009 – The new SecureSave DVD from Verbatim is a recordable DVD that saves and protects files using 256-bit AES software
encryption. Data can be securely stored on the disc and transported safely with the knowledge that the contents of the disc cannot be accessed illegitimately. DVDs are available in retail individually priced at £5.99 (RRP)
The SecureSave DVD’s 256-bit AES software encryption prevents unauthorised access of saved data through the use of a mandatory security password. Each DVD-R is capable of holding 4.5GB and the software loaded on the DVD starts automatically, making the process of encrypting the data on the DVD very easy. SecureSave DVDs also support multi-session recording, allowing up to 4.5GB of data to be written over several sessions.
November Master Photography edition
November 26th, 2009The on-line version of the November 2009 Master Photography issue is now available:
It features Gill Shaw’s best selling book project, ‘The Hero Inside’; Ian Cartwright’s 2010 charity calendar giving a new level of professionalism to the ‘naked locals’ theme; the 2009 Mario Acerboni Awards regional winners; the complete Kodak MPA Wedding and Portrait Awards; and more.
This edition is free to all readers.
Master Photography awards edition
October 13th, 2009The Awards edition of Master Photography is now in the post to all readers, and the on-line digital edition can be viewed:
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Master Photography Awards
October 6th, 2009EVERYONE is welcome to come along to the Newcastle Gateshead Hilton Hotel on Sunday October 11th, from 11am onwards. There will be a range of trade exhibition stands and the complete exhibition for the 2009 Master Photography Awards will be on show – though the winners will not be revealed until later in the day at the awards dinner.
National Museum Bursary
September 1st, 2009Emerging photographers seeking support for their work have until the end of the month to apply for a bursary of up to £20,000 from the National Media Museum. Following the success of the scheme in 2007 and 2008, the National Media Museum in Bradford, in partnership with five sponsors, is inviting applications until 25 September 2009, as part of its ongoing commitment to new photography.
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Nikon Seminar dates
September 1st, 2009Nikon has teamed up with six of the industry’s most influential technology suppliers to bring cutting-edge, digital workflow solutions to professional photographers across Europe.
Nikon, Adobe Systems, Apple, Hewlett Packard, Nik Software, Wacom and X-Rite have joined forces for a unique, nine-city Creative Alliance Tour. The tour has been set up to provide creative professionals with a comprehensive insight into a complete digital workflow. A full-day seminar will take place at each city stop, hosted by photo professionals and evangelists Keith Thompson, Kevin Dopson, Robin Preston, and Guy Gowan among others. These influential master photographers will demonstrate live shoots, and talk about why colour profile and calibration is key to getting the best end product.
Fuji Distinctions deadline – September 1st
August 17th, 2009Fujifilm Professional has issued a final call for entries for the 2009 Fujifilm Distinctions Awards.
Photographers have until 1st September 2009 to submit their entries. There is an open brief and the awards are open to everyone, worldwide: professionals, enthusiasts, students – everyone. The only stipulation for entries is that submissions must have been originated on Fujifilm Professional film. All images are submitted electronically via the Distinctions website, www.fujifilmdistinctions.co.uk
A shortlist of Merit winners will be chosen by the judging panel of photographic industry experts. Each Merit winner will be presented with a certificate and will then be invited to submit a print for final judging.
There’s a first prize of £1,000 cash on offer to the winner, plus second and third place prizes of £500 and £250 cash respectively to the runners up.
Entry is free and photographers may submit as many images as they wish, for full terms and conditions go to, www.fujifilmdistinctions.co.uk or contact Jerry Deeney at Fujifilm Professional on jdeeney@fuji.co.uk
Master Photography Awards deadline extended
August 7th, 2009The deadline for entries to the 2009 Master Photography Awards has been extended to August 12th, 2009.
All entries must be received at MPA – Jubilee House, 1 Chancery Lane, Darlington DL1 5QP – by close of business on Wednesday August 12th. Each entry should consist of an unmounted print (10 x 8 or A4) which either shows the image area only of a final print, to be mounted and sized appropriately on a 20 x 16 mount; or shows a 1/4 size reproduction of the finished 20 x 16 exhibition print. This must be made from the same image file to be used for the final print, on the same materials, with the same finish (but not mounted).
British Journal Award – entry open
August 7th, 2009British Journal of Photography is calling for entries to its International Photography Award – a juried competition with a total prize fund worth more than £13,000. There are two categories, providing two opportunities to exhibit at a leading London gallery and have your work printed by one of Europe’s leading fine art printers. The winners will also win professional camera kit worth £5000 and a feature in BJP.