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Wellcome Image Awards 2017

Submit your images by 11 September 2016 for the Wellcome Image Awards 2017. Wellcome Images are looking for high-quality images that relate to biomedical science and contemporary healthcare. They are interested in all artistic media and imaging techniques, from hand-drawn illustrations to clinical photography, super-resolution microscopy and functional MRI scans. Every image accepted into their collections by 11 September 2016 will be considered for the Wellcome Image Awards 2017. The winning images will go on display in science centres and public galleries around the…

New at Topfoto: 60s & 70s by Mick Ratman

A tiny but terrific new archive of the 1960s and 1970s has been launched by Topfoto. The collection has never been seen before and is exclusively available through Topfoto, and through our partner agencies worldwide. 1964-1966: Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, Marianne Faithfull, The Rolling Stones and their manager Andrew Loog Oldham, The Who, Steampacket, Wilson Pickett… Mick Ratman, for 35 years a top locations manager for major feature movies, commercials, and original music videos for Tears for Fears, Ultravox, Madness, and…
Mist over the Kasari river at sunrise, Kloostri, Matsalu National Park, Estonia, May 2009

June news from Nature Picture Library

Nature Picture Library remains firmly committed to Europe and to working closely with their European friends – clients, photographers and partners – whatever the final outcome of the recent referendum. Wild Wonders of the EU This EU Wild Wonders of Europe gallery focuses on the shared natural heritage of the 28 member states and the benefits of EU environmental legislation. Theme of the Month – Migration Animals enjoy freedom of movement, in spite of the artificial barriers that man sometimes seeks…

Millennium Images photographer focus: Adrian Samson

Adrian Samson produces a diverse body of conceptual work. His images are infused with an instinctive use of light. Born in Slovakia, Samson spent time in the Caribbean, United States, and Canada before settling in the United Kingdom. This cosmopolitan experience informs his work, which has found a strong foothold in both the commercial and the art world. He has shot worldwide campaigns for many global brands, while his artwork has been frequently shown in exhibitions and won numerous awards.…

Yousuf Karsh’s famous wartime portrait of Winston Churchill to feature on new £5 note

Camera Press press release. Camera Press and the family of Yousuf Karsh are honoured that Karsh’s famous wartime portrait of Winston Churchill features on the new look £5 note. The Churchill note as it is being called, will be the first British note to be printed on polymer and will enter circulation in September this year. Karsh’s portrait, taken in December 1941 during World War II was said to encapsulate the British bulldog spirit. However, Churchill’s belligerent expression in reality owed as much…

Trevillion shines at the CEPIC Awards

Trevillion Images press release. We are thrilled to announce that for the second year running Trevillion Images have won the CEPIC Stock Photography Awards! This year two Trevillion photographers stole the show, with Daniil Kontorovich taking first prize, and Oleg Oprisco taking second. Daniil captivated the audience with his haunting portrait of a red-haired model gazing intently at the camera. Whilst Oleg turned heads with his surreal and playful image of a woman sewing fabric in a field. It is…

BAPLA Position on Freedom of Panorama

Who we are BAPLA, founded in 1975, is the UK trade association for picture libraries and agencies.  Members include the major news, stock and production agencies as well as sole traders and cultural heritage institutions. BAPLA members supply a substantial number of the images seen every day in print and digital media. Our members employ in the region of 2,500 people in the UK and generate revenue for, and manage the interests of over 120,000 creators and rights holders. The…

May highlights from Nature Picture Library

Nature Picture Library have added some great new images to their site in the last month. Their May 2016 highlights gallery features unusual Hanuman langur behaviour, weird cave creatures, wild European lynx, brown bear cubs learning to fish, atmospheric Spanish material by a new contributor, great coverage on European birds and lots of cute kittens. Click here to view the full gallery. ©David Pattyn; Fiona Rogers; Laurent Geslin; David Pattyn/naturepl.com
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