Publications

Over the past few years changes in both technology and work practice have meant that we have all had to adapt to change in our business, keeping abreast of latest technology and its impact on how we work is essential to our business efficiency.

The Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP) has just released The Why, Who and How Book a clients guide to commissioning commercial photography.

Written by 6 of the countries leading commercial photographers the aim of the book is to demystify photographic technology, answer some FAQs, establish some ground rules for briefing photographers and assessing quotes and generally help clients feel more comfortable about commissioning and working with Commercial photographers.

When it comes to photography the changes in technology and the associated work flow that we have experienced over the past 5 or 6 years are nothing in comparison with what we will experience over the next 5 or so years.

If you would like a copy of this book let me know and I will send you one with my compliments- hey its almost Christmas take it as an advance gift.

Permissions and clearances -Working in Public places

A few months ago I posted a story on the pros and cons of working in the public domain. The Australian Copyright Council have just published a book on the same subject for more details http://www.copyright.org.au/publications/books/b132.htm

Book Review

Seeing that we are on publications I have just finished reading a book on China that I would recommend to any one who wants an insight into the mindset of modern China. It is a factual account and follows the lives of 5 Chinese students from their earliest recollections of their survival during the Cultural Revolution through to their lives in modern china.

For me this was definitely a case of judging a book by its cover, my wife was engrossed in it and when I asked what it was about the subject sounded as interesting as a grave diggers instruction manual. Yet when I started reading it and realised the power of the stories and the unique personal insight - I simply could not put it down.

The book is called Chinese Lessons by John Pomfret. He was one of the first overseas students to be allowed to study at Nanjing University in 1980. The stories are those of his classmates who only 4 years prior had struggled for a basic education and existence as the Cultural Revolution came to an end. He was a first hand witness to Tiananmen Square and was expelled from china because of his involvement. He has since been allowed to return.

His continued friendship with his classmates as they progress from students to business people and government / party officials makes this one of the most unique insights into the mindset and culture of modern day China.