The New Nude Press Release

September 1st, 2005 – The staff of THE NEW NUDE is proud to announce the shipment of our second issue to subscribers across the globe.  Issue #2 features over 100 full color pages of beautiful nudes, cutting edge articles, and insightful commentary for readers who are interested in the nude as a unique genre and art form.  With an emphasis on the international photographic community it is our mission to bring together photographers from across the globe into one publication.

Nikon Press Release

MELVILLE, N.Y., Nov. 17 /PRNewswire/—In the field of advertising photography, it is widely known that photographers must adapt to the changing times. Al Satterwhite chooses to make adjustments while staying true to his own vision through his sense of composition and bold use of color. It is for this reason that NikonNet’s inspiring monthly showcase, “Legends Behind the Lens” will honor his work this November. Satterwhite is an esteemed advertising photographer who works with both still photography and film.

Satterwhite has had a busy career. While still in high school he shot for the St Petersburg Times, then moved on to ten years of freelance magazine work, shooting assignments for Fortune, Car & Driver, Life, Time, Newsweek, People, #Sports Illustrated and Travel & Leisure, among other top magazines. In 1980, he began a 15-year run of national and international advertising photography. His clients included American Express, Kodak, Porsche, Saab, Coca Cola and Nikon. He also found time to lecture, conduct workshops, work on book projects, including A Day in the Life of Spain, Lights! Camera! Advertising! and Satterwhite on Color & Design.

Cointreau Press Release

Cointreau celebrates women from generations past and present, women with strength of spirit and a timeless sense of style. www.cointreauversialgallery.com has been launched in support of the live exhibition presented by Cointreau and Getty images.

Titled ‘BE COINTREAVERSIAL’ the exhibition will run from the 4th to the 26th of November at the Getty image gallery in London.

Most iconic pictures of celebrity women were taken without the knowledge of the subject and these images have been crucial in creating a generation of women with independence and strength whose identity has never been stronger. Forget celebrity magazines, this is an insight to a powerful world that all women can learn from.

The exhibition combines both portrait and spontaneous photography. Take a tour through famous faces and mood capturing images from the exhibition without leaving your desk– a cultural lunchtime excursion for the modern workingwoman.

InfoTrends/CAP Ventures Press Release

InfoTrends/CAP Ventures’ Studies Indicate Dramatic Changes in Workflow for the Professional Photographer

(Weymouth, MA) October, 19 2005… Recent InfoTrends/CAP Ventures surveys of the professional photography market show an industry in transition. The switch to digital has already transpired, with nearly 80% of pros owning a digital SLR and 52% planning to purchase a new one within a year. The immediacy and flexibility of the digital format has clearly made an impact. The new challenge for pro photographers is to find a way to leverage new technologies, software, and services to grow their businesses.

Survey results show that professional photographers across all specialties are taking a large number of shots – 482 per week on average for digital camera users. The vast majority of these images are saved to a computer, and nearly 65% of the photos taken are edited. Many photographers are using RAW conversion and color management software, and a significant percentage of photos are being published to the Web.

Lexar Press Release

FREMONT, Ca., October 11, 2005 – Lexar Media, Inc. (Nasdaq: LEXR), a world leader in advanced digital media technologies, announced today that Greg Gorman, Stephen Wilkes and Nick Vedros will appear in Lexar’s booth at the Photo Plus Expo Trade Show and Conference to exhibit their breathtaking images and offer insight and motivation to attendees while spurring innovative thinking and creative ability through the use of digital photography.

Lexar’s products are deployed every day by professionals around the world to work in concert with the latest digital camera equipment in all types of situations and will be showcased at the event by these photographers. Renowned celebrity photographer, Greg Gorman, uses Lexar’s products when photographing his unique and timeless images for a range of high profile clientele. Stephen Wilkes, a leading fine arts and commercial photographer, uses only the most trustworthy equipment when capturing images across North America while working on assignment or for his own personal projects. Commercial photographer, Nick Vedros, employs the latest digital photography technology when traveling worldwide to capture images for his long list of clients.

OnAsia Press Release

ONASIA PHOTOGRAPHER MASARU GOTO WINS GRAND PRIZE AT ‘PHOTO CITY SAGAMIHARA’ FESTIVAL

SAGAMIHARA, Japan – September 16, 2005 – OnAsia photographer Masaru Goto has won the prestigious Grand Prize at this year’s 5th ‘Photo City Sagamihara’ General Photography Festival. The award was given for Masaru’s photo essay entitled ‘Smile in Despair – Stories from a Cambodian AIDS Ward.’

One of Japan’s leading photojournalists, Masaru has previously won the 2002 Fifty Crows documentary photography award for his coverage of human rights issues in Columbia. His work places heavy emphasis on highlighting pressing human rights and social issues.

Having covered Cambodia’s civil war in the late 1990s, Masaru later turned his attention to the plight of Cambodia’s AIDS victims in early 2001.

Proud Galleries Press Release

WE ARE NOT AFRAID - A Unifying Message of Peace and Tolerance

We are not afraid to ride public transportation. We are not afraid to walk down a crowded street. We are not afraid of each other.

From Baghdad to New York, from Tel Aviv to Gaza, from Istanbul to Madrid – the devastating repercussions of international terrorism have echoed the world over. On July 7th 2005 London was rocked by a spate of attacks. In immediate response, a global portal was opened - an online voice of protest defying the tactics of aggression and fear mongering. Now, as a unique extension of this, a groundbreaking exhibition will be launched at Sony Ericsson Proud Central. The message is simple: We Are Not Afraid.

Fujifilm UK Press Release

Fujifilm sponsors exhibition of legendary photographer Mick Rock’s most iconic work

Fujifilm is to be the official sponsor of legendary music photographer Mick Rock’s major new exhibition, ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll Icons: The Photography of Mick Rock’. The exhibition will have its world premiere at the Urbis, Manchester, from 29 September 2005, running until 8 January 2006, and will present the artist’s most iconic portraiture, along with some of his contemporary work, such as Razorlight, Kasabian and The Killers.

The Urbis exhibition will showcase more than 150 images, chronicling intimate moments with some of the world’s greatest rock legends and will include some rare and previously unseen material. Full details can be found at www.urbis.org.uk.

NikonNet Press Release

NikonNet and ‘Legends Behind The Lens’ Honor the Work of Internationally Acclaimed Travel Photographer Rosanne Pennella

MELVILLE, N.Y., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/—Professional photographers will tell you that to succeed as a pro takes more than skill. One needs dedication, planning and even a little luck. Rosanne Pennella added self-confidence, courage, passion and inspiration to this combination.

This August, NikonNet’s inspiring monthly, “Legends Behind the Lens,” honors the work of admired travel photographer Rosanne Pennella, a woman who took a chance and pursued her passion.

“NikonNet is pleased to honor the images and extraordinary career of Rosanne Pennella in this August’s ‘Legends Behind the Lens,’” said Anna Marie Bakker, General Manager of Communications at Nikon Inc. “She’s been an inspiration for so many years, not only making outstanding contributions in travel photography, but sharing her knowledge and expertise as well.”

Nikon Press Release

NikonNet and ‘Legends Behind the Lens’ Honor the Work of Groundbreaking Wedding Photographer John Solano

MELVILLE, N.Y., June 1 /PRNewswire/—To wedding photographer John Solano, anticipation is the name of the game. Backed by careful preparation, Solano’s ability to anticipate the priceless moments at a wedding has lead to a highly successful career as one of America’s premier wedding photographers. That success and reputation have now earned him a spot as a Legend Behind the Lens.

This June, NikonNet’s inspiring monthly, “Legends Behind the Lens,” honors the work of esteemed wedding photographer John Solano, a 15-year veteran of the craft who brings a creative outlook to every shot.

Well-known UK photographer Fay Godwin has died, aged 74, after a short illness. Probably best known for her portraits of writers like Ted Hughes, Doris Lessing and Philip Larkin, Godwin was also an eminent landscape photographer.

Website: BBC News

Website: Fay Godwin

NikonNet and ‘Legends Behind the Lens’ Honor the Work of Internationally Acclaimed Nature Photographer Thomas Mangelsen

MELVILLE, N.Y., May 2 /PRNewswire/—The best nature photographers all have one thing in common. Their respect for nature fuels their photography. For world-renowned photographer Thomas D. Mangelsen, that respect has become a passion to protect nature. That passion makes him a legend.

This April, NikonNet’s inspiring monthly, “Legends Behind the Lens,” honors the work of esteemed nature photographer Thomas D. Mangelsen, a man not only honored for his images, but also his efforts on behalf of the environment.

“NikonNet is pleased to honor the images and extraordinary career of Thomas D. Mangelsen in this May’s ‘Legends Behind the Lens,’” said Tracy Mack-Jackson, Senior Manager of Internet Development and Programs at Nikon Inc. “His work transcends beautiful pictures because he takes responsibility for the wildlife that he photographs, as he champions the cause of the environment throughout the world.”

NikonNet and ‘Legends Behind the Lens’ Honor the Work of Esteemed Nature Photographer James Balog

MELVILLE, N.Y., April 1 /PRNewswire/—From the beauty of endangered animals to the destruction of natural disasters, nature has many sides that a photographer can capture. The true legends in this field respect nature’s awesome power while working to share its vast beauty with the rest of the world.  It is the secret behind the success of one of the world’s most respected nature photographers, James Balog.

This April, NikonNet’s inspiring monthly, “Legends Behind the Lens,” honors the work of esteemed nature photographer James Balog.

“NikonNet is pleased to honor the images and extraordinary career of James Balog in this April’s ‘Legends Behind the Lens,’” said Tracy Mack-Jackson, Senior Manager of Internet Development and Programs at Nikon Inc. “For many, Jim has been our eyes in some of the most breathtaking parts of the world, delivering inspiring images and shedding much needed light on many of the issues that affect the globe. His work is truly exceptional.”

Adobe Press Release

Adobe Photographers Directory to Connect Pro Photographers With Creative CommunityNew Directory Within Adobe Software Provides Creative Professionals with Ready Access to Freelance and Independent Photographers

SAN JOSE, Calif. — March 29, 2005 — Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) today announced its plans to launch the Adobe Photographers Directory, a listing of professional photographers accessible directly from within Adobe’s creative professional products. The Adobe Photographers Directory will be initially available in North America and over time will be extended to include photographers from other markets.

Adobe will be working closely with the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP) to populate the new directory. As charter members of the directory, ASMP also launched a Web site today detailing how photographers can sign up to participate at www.asmp.org/adobe . In addition, Adobe will work with the Advertising Photographers of America (APA) and other associations to ensure the Adobe Photographers Directory is a comprehensive professional photography resource.

Adobe Press Release

Adobe Photographers Directory to Connect Pro Photographers With Creative CommunityNew Directory Within Adobe Software Provides Creative Professionals with Ready Access to Freelance and Independent Photographers

SAN JOSE, Calif. — March 29, 2005 — Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) today announced its plans to launch the Adobe Photographers Directory, a listing of professional photographers accessible directly from within Adobe’s creative professional products. The Adobe Photographers Directory will be initially available in North America and over time will be extended to include photographers from other markets.

Adobe will be working closely with the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP) to populate the new directory. As charter members of the directory, ASMP also launched a Web site today detailing how photographers can sign up to participate at www.asmp.org/adobe . In addition, Adobe will work with the Advertising Photographers of America (APA) and other associations to ensure the Adobe Photographers Directory is a comprehensive professional photography resource.

PMDA Press Release

HARVEY NAMED PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR BY PMDA

TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHER DAVID ALAN HARVEY’S INTERNATIONAL IMAGES FEATURED IN “MASTER PHOTOGRAPHERS” SECTION

New York, NY—David Alan Harvey, the critically acclaimed travel photographer, has joined www.takegreatpictures.com as a “Master Photographer.” Harvey joins other notable photographers on the non-for-profit website including celebrity photographer Patrick McMullan, wedding photographer Denis Reggie and travel photographer Steve McCurry who took the famous photo in 1984 of the green-eyed girl from Afghanistan.

Harvey spends months shooting stories around the world, most often for the National Geographic Magazine, including French Teenagers, The Berlin Wall, The Maya Culture, Vietnam, Native Americans, Mexico and Naples. He has shot more than 30 stories for National Geographic and his photographs have also appeared in Life, The New York Times and Sports Illustrated. Harvey has been repeatedly drawn to the passion and lyricism of Spanish culture both in Spain and Latin America, soon to be the subject of a new book and exhibition centered on Cuba.

NikonNet Press Release

NikonNet and ‘Legends Behind the Lens’ Honor the Work of Commercial and Fine-Art Photographer Steve Vaccariello

MELVILLE, N.Y., February 1, 2005—There are photographers who are defined by the lengths they go to in order to create the perfect shot. Then there are those who allow simplicity to take the best pictures. Legendary photographer Steve Vaccariello falls into that latter category with a career that echoes one of his own statements, “Photography isn’t what I do. It’s what I am.”

This February, NikonNet’s inspiring monthly, “Legends Behind the Lens,” honors the work of award-winning commercial and fine-art photographer Steve Vaccariello. He has photographed some of the most recognizable images in national advertising campaigns for Sprint PCS, Ritz Carlton Hotels, Sure deodorant, Finlandia vodka, MasterCard, Nikon, and many others.

NikonNet Press Release 03/01/05

NikonNet and ‘Legends Behind the Lens’ Honor the Work of Veteran Commercial Photographer John Huet

MELVILLE, N.Y., Jan. 1 /PRNewswire/—Sometimes the moment elicits more inspiration than all the preparation in the world.  For over 20 years,
renowned commercial photographer John Huet has lived by this concept. Considered to be one of the most successful commercial photographers working today, Huet’s images have been seen throughout the world. However, it’s his unique style that often raises eyebrows.

This January, NikonNet’s inspiring monthly, “Legends Behind the Lens,” honors the work of veteran advertising and commercial photographer John Huet. He has photographed some of the most recognizable images in national advertising campaigns for Nike, Adidas, BMW Motorcycles, Microsoft, the NBA, Wrangler, Nikon, and many others.

Willamette Photography Press Release 20/12/04

Corvallis Photographer, Juan-Carlos Torres, of Willamette Photography is being featured as the wedding photographer of the month in the November/December issue of Studio Photography and Design Magazine.

“I am very proud of this honor.” said Torres. “Studio Photography and Design Magazine features only the best wedding photographers in the nation.”

After visiting his web site the editor of Studio Photography and Design Magazine contacted Juan Carlos to offer him the privilege to be feature in such prestigious national magazine.

Juan Carlos Torres and his wife Sandra document weddings in a comprehensive way. They go beyond photojournalism to incorporate an artistic and fashion approach to wedding photography that makes the romantic dreams of their couples come true.

For more information contact Juan-Carlos Torres at (541) 753-9903 or visit his websites www.juancarlosphoto.com and www.willamettephoto.com

NikonNet Press Release 01/11/04

NikonNet and ‘Legends Behind the Lens’ Honor the Work of ‘Unclassifiable’ Photographer Rick Rickman

MELVILLE, N.Y., Nov. 1 /PRNewswire/—While Rick Rickman’s work has been the definition of outstanding photography, it’s nearly impossible to put a label on his style of work.  For nearly 25 years, this Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer has captured some of the most memorable and creative images in a variety of fields, including sports, outdoor, adventure, corporate, travel and news photography.  It’s an oeuvre that can perhaps only be defined by calling
it “unclassifiable.”

This November, NikonNet’s inspiring monthly, “Legends Behind the Lens,” honors the work of esteemed photographer Rick Rickman.  Over the last 25 years, Rickman’s work has appeared in Time, Newsweek, National Geographic, Smithsonian and Men’s Journal, among many others. His corporate clients include AT&T, Coca Cola, Magnavox, the U.S. Olympic Committee and Nikon.

“NikonNet is pleased to honor the images and extraordinary career of Rick Rickman in this November’s ‘Legends Behind the Lens,’” said Tracy Mack- Jackson, senior manager of Internet Development and Programs at Nikon Inc. “He possesses an uncanny ability to tell stories through images. Whether the photo is for a major publication or a corporate client, Rick consistently produces work that is exceptionally creative and extremely powerful.”