In the current environment, VOLUME production of stock photos can lead to disaster, not profits. The issue is examined from many perspectives.
The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that commercial exploitation of copyrighted materials by a Michigan copy shop did not constitute ''fair use'' was upheld when the U.S. Supreme Court refused to hear the case. Articles and book chapters may be used in university coursepacks only with permission of the copyright holder.
Microsoft tries to get all rights when hiring writers to work for their network. The have six different versions of their ''standard contract'' with various levels of rights give up according to ASJA.
Freelancers sue AP alleging AP has historically and illegally infringed their copyrights.
British corporations taking over the stock business with new acquisitions. Getty acquires Liaison. Visual Communications Group is looking for a major U.S. agency to purchase. Two largest sellers of stock in the world.
The Picture Exchange, originally developed by Kodak and now owned by Sprint, effectively discontinues operations.
This story explores the potentials for the New Media market as of early 1997.
Survey shows stead growth in sales. Traditional sales more exciting than New Media. Numbers show some promise, but a long way to go before it has a major impact on the market.
Stock Workbook has launched an online site with emphasis toward the advertising and graphic design market. Over 40 agencies are currently on line.
Photographers report very low sales activity. Personnel changes indicate a re-assessment, but no new directions indicated yet. Problems in building a marketable file outlined.