I believe I got this list from Brooke Shaden. Some of these questions are difficult. But they also lead to answers about why we do the things we do and like the things we like or don’t like. These aren’t just questions for photographers, they’re for all creatives. Each of these is thought provoking. Number 1 is difficult, number 9 is extraordinary. Everyone always asks “what do you want to do”, but number 9 takes it in the opposite direction. […]

Has Adobe forgotten about the customers? Tony and Chelsea share their thoughts. At one time you could buy an Adobe product and use it until you felt an upgrade was necessary or you could afford to upgrade. Now if you don’t pay the subscription you don’t play. Nice way to treat your customers. Who is the customer base? The consumer or the investor? Far to many companies have chosen the investors. Problem is, investors are not the ones buying your […]

Watch this video from Mark Carder with “Draw Mix Paint” on YouTube,   Yes, AI is a tool. But what about the the pieces of images that are used to create AI? Shouldn’t the original artists be compensated for the work used in the creation of a AI image? Is it stealing, infringement, or a copyright issue? The internet is not the endless bounty of “free images to copy” that people have adapted over the years, there are copyright laws. […]

original artist Zakuga In light of a recent ad campaign, ASMP’s National Board Chair and Leadership Team have drafted an open letter to Adobe impressing upon them the importance of these issues to the Membership. For eighty years, ASMP has been on the forefront of fighting for photographer’s rights whether they are threatened in the courtroom, Congress, or by a private company. This letter was recently featured by PetaPixel as well. Read the full letter below: May 13, 2024 An […]