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To see this issue of Connected Photographer Magazine, you may have to tell your email browser to display pictures. Also, to be sure to get future issues, please add [EMAIL PROTECTED] to your address book and configure your mail filters or rules to allow Connected Photographer Magazine into your email box. A MEMBER OF THE ZATZ MAGAZINE NETWORK September 14, 2007 INSIDE THIS ISSUE Eight not-to-be-missed photo opportunities in Jamaica This week's news LEARN FROM LEADING DIGITAL IMAGING EXPERTS! Our high quality interactive training programs are project oriented and teach practical and proven Photoshop techniques for Photography and Design. Our highly acclaimed trainers specialize in Adobe Photoshop for Photographers. The Software Cinema library offers training for Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop Elements and Corel Painter. Check out the quality and time saving methods for yourself with a test drive on the Software Cinema Web site. 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It wasn't until two days later that Jessica told me she was safe and -- somehow -- also managed to turn in this article at the same time, on time. The storm took 42 lives across nine countries, including three in Jamaica -- and Jamaica also took an estimated $2 billion in damage. Jamaica is a very special place, one I hope to visit sometime soon. The editors here at Connected Photographer debated about whether to run this article so soon after the hurricane, but decided we'd run it as a celebration of a spectacular country. Go to Jamaica. See the wonders. Take pictures. And tell your friends about it. -- DG Jamaica's natural beauty is well known and some areas are always on the must visit list of vacationers. In addition to the natural photographic spots, the island's rich history has resulted in great houses and other historic monuments that leave lasting memories with those who experience them. While some of the locations listed below may not be on everyone's list, they are worth exploring if time allows. The island's history and natural beauty are beyond words to describe; you have to see it for yourself to fully understand. Each of the fourteen parishes has something to offer both amateur or professional photographers and anyone in between. Want to know what to visit in Jamaica -- and what to photograph? This is the perfect article for you. ASSISTING IT PROFESSIONALS SINCE 1999 You are invited to visit the largest directory of IT newsletters on the 'Net -- where IT newsletters, whitepapers and RSS feeds from elite publishers are listed. FreeTechMail is a unique place to view sample newsletters and RSS feeds as well as subscribe and manage your newsletter subscriptions. Find out why 2.6 million IT professionals use FreeTechMail. Visit today. WHAT THE HECK IS A MEGAPIXEL? This ZATZ Solutions Guide delves into megapixels and helps you really understand what the term means, and how megapixel-related choices will directly result in better pictures and better prints. Now you can read the only guide ever published that answers this critical question. CONNECTED PHOTOGRAPHER NEWS CENTER This week's news Want to get the very latest photography news? The Connected Photographer News Center is updated every day with news of product releases, industry info, tips, techniques, and pointers to great photography resources on the Web. Here's this week's news: Canon speaks image Canon unveiled a unique fashion collection by leading British designer Matthew Williamson. The We Speak Image fashion collection was inspired by images taken by members of the public across the UK and Ireland and seeks to capture the "essence" of the nation. To mark Canon's second year as Principal Sponsor of London Fashion Week, Canon asked members of the public to upload their most creative and iconic images--which represented the spirit of their nation--to a unique, custom-built Web site. From the 3,000 British and Irish images uploaded, the most popular were given to fashion designer Matthew Williamson who used the images to inspire a "national" fashion collection, created with the help of Canon's state-of-the-art imaging equipment. Permalink Inkjet tips and techniques 301 Inkjet Tips and Techniques: An Essential Printing Resource for Photographers will serve to make the process of inkjet printing easier and more productive through step-by-step examples, techniques and general tips. Tips will be aimed toward owners of printers made by the four largest worldwide inkjet printer brands: Canon, Epson, HP, and Lexmark. Creative applications from users of different inkjet papers, printers, and inks will also be covered throughout the book in the form of tips and techniques directly related to the software and hardware used in inkjet printing. Papers, inks, RIPs, file prep, and many output procedures will all be covered in separate sections. Permalink Restoration, retouching PSP Photo Restoration and Retouching Using Corel Paint Shop Pro is the first photo restoration and retouching book written specifically for the more than 30 million registered users of Paint Shop Pro and Paint Shop Pro Photo. Using a large variety of digital pictures and scanned photo prints, author Robert Correll covers the essential techniques for using Corel Paint Shop Pro to restore, edit, and enhance photos. Solutions for the most common photo problems are covered, including lighting and color issues, tape on the surface of a photo, tears, scratches, and fire or water damage. Permalink Alternative Digital Photography Alternative Digital Photography will lead users through a detailed exploration of alternative techniques in digital photography, helping them to develop the skills needed to create unusual, creative, and artistic images using digital photography. It includes hands-on lessons designed to help users quickly develop new and creative ways of viewing the world around them. It is filled with example photographs, outlining the steps taken to achieve each image. It emphasizes simple, creative, and inexpensive suggestions that anyone can use--no need for a professional studio or a large financial investment. Alternative Digital Photography also includes coverage of advanced techniques and expensive tools that allow it to continue be used as the user's experience grows. Permalink Fair use economy Fair Use exceptions to U.S. copyright laws are responsible for more than $4.5 trillion in annual revenue for the United States, according to the findings of an unprecedented economic study. According to the study commissioned by the Computer and Communications Industry Association and conducted in accordance with a World Intellectual Property Organization methodology, companies benefiting from limitations on copyright-holders' exclusive rights, such as "fair use"--generate substantial revenue, employ millions of workers, and, in 2006, represented one-sixth of total U.S. GDP. Permalink The economic value of fair use Millions of people use Google's search engine every day, but don't realize the balance inherent in U.S. copyright law helps enable it to exist. Google strongly supports the intellectual property rights of content creators and the protection of copyright. They think creators deserve to be rewarded for their work, and support the balance of copyright law as fundamental to promoting future creativity. While protecting the rights of creators, the Constitution and the courts place limits on the rights of copyright holders. For example, copyright laws encourage others to make use of content in limited ways without seeking anyone's permission through the doctrine of "fair use." By enabling journalists, scholars, and the general public to quote from and comment on others' writings, the fair use doctrine underscores basic rights of free _expression_. Permalink Fair use worth more than copyright Fair use exceptions to U.S. copyright laws account for more than $4.5 trillion in annual revenue for the United States, according to a report issued on Wednesday by the Computer and Communications Industry Association. Recent studies indicate that the value added to the U.S. economy by copyright industries amounts to $1.3 trillion, said Black. The value added to the U.S. economy by the fair use amounts to $2.2 trillion. The fair use economy's "value added" is thus almost 70% larger than that of the copyright industries. Permalink Kingston Critique My Image Kingston Technology announced it has posted a new series of photographs submitted by aspiring photographers from around the globe that were critiqued by its "Icons of Photography" members. The Critique My Image section gives visitors to Kingston's "Icons of Photography" microsite an opportunity to have their photographs reviewed by some of the best photographers in the world including Harry Benson, Colin Finlay, Gerd Ludwig and Peter Read Miller, who provide constructive advice for improving their photographs. Permalink ACDSee Pro 2 ACD Systems has put a new level of control and convenience into photographers' hands with the release of ACDSee Pro 2, featuring next-generation workflow management and RAW processing functionality tested by thousands of professional photographers. This updated version of the industry's most complete, "one-stop" software package for viewing, processing, editing, cataloging, publishing and archiving digital images is rich with new features. The capabilities of ACDSee Pro 2 leverage the power of today's digital SLR cameras and support an expanding variety of RAW-format files. The upgrade was developed with input from more than 2,500 photographers from around the globe who participated in a beta-testing program earlier this year. Permalink Dreamstime workshop program Dreamstime.com has announced its newest and most exciting feature--a contest and learning opportunity for its photographers--the chance to participate in a photography workshop "Shoot With Ron Chapple." In this exclusive offer, the game-winning photographer will earn the right to join veteran stock photographer Ron Chapple, who is recognized as one of the best of the best in the industry, in an extensive and intensive three-day workshop and stock shoot. Permalink Getty images grants Jonathan Lowenstein, Jonathan Torgovnik, and Leo Maguire will each receive $20,000 from Getty Images to pursue photojournalism projects. The 3 winners were selected from 124 applicants from 37 countries. Leo Maguire's project "Lords of the Lane" will focus on the world of Gypsy bare-knuckle fighters in England. "Shadow Lives USA" by Jonathan Lowenstein will document six different issues facing those trying to enter the United States across the US-Mexico border. Jonathan Torgovnik's project, "Intended Consequences," follows 50 women who were raped during the Rwandan genocide 13 years ago, and who have children as a result. Permalink BreezeBrowser Pro v1.7.2 update BreezeBrowser Pro has been updated to version 1.7.2. This release adds full support for the exciting new Canon EOS 40D including high quality raw conversion, detailed shooting data display and focus point overlay. Permalink Akvis Coloriage 5.0 Akvis Coloriage has been updated to version 5.0. The program manipulates colors of an image: from colorizing black and white photos to replacing colors in color photos. The new version is available as a stand-alone application and as a Photoshop plug-in. Permalink Pentax launches Pentaxian Pentax announced the launch of Pentaxian.com, a community-based Web site developed for Pentax photographers. The new site welcomes visitors from around the world. "The term Pentaxian is used widely by Pentax photographers who describe themselves on various Web photo forums," said Ned Bunnell, Vice President Marketing, Pentax Imaging Company. "We built Pentaxian.com as a gathering place for them all." At the core of the site are videos that share the stories of four inspiring Pentaxian artists and their passion for photography. Permalink Calumet Portraits Unplugged Calumet Photographic unveiled its new DVD Imagemaker Series of instructional and educational videos with Portraits Unplugged with Bobbi Lane. "We believe our mission is to empower the world of image makers," said Steve Sammons, Calumet's Chief Marketing Officer. "And by producing an original series of instructional and educational videos, we feel like we're helping make a difference for anyone who wants to embrace photography." With this DVD, you will learn to shoot in different natural light conditions, from harsh overhead light to dappled shade, as well as metering for correct exposures. You will see Bobbi simulate studio techniques like Rembrandt, Loop and Butterfly lighting while using reflectors and diffusers to control shadows and enhance moods. Bobbi also explores the best times and locations to optimize available light, ending with a dramatic beachfront demonstration at sunset. Permalink Art of Digital Show winners The Art of Digital Show announced this year's award winners. They were chosen from over 2700 entries representing artists from 40 countries. This distinctive exhibit features the top digital artists from around the world. Digital artists are pushing the boundaries, more directly expressing what is in their imagination than any other art medium. This world-class international exhibition features all forms of digital art, including digital painting, video art, computer based illustration, digital montages, and computer animation. Permalink Epson optical low pass filter Epson has developed a new optical low pass filter which combats moire patterns on digital cameras. The Epson OLPF features a new structure that enables the uniform separation of light rays across the visible spectrum. Moire patterns are subsequently eliminated across the visible spectrum. The new OLPF is also thinner and lighter than a conventional structure. Permalink Digital Photographer's Notebook The Digital Photographer's Notebook is a pro's guide to Adobe Photoshop CS3, Lightroom, and Bridge by Kevin Ames. Photoshop User columnist Ames shares his own image-making process from start to finish while illuminating many key issues relevant to today's professionals. Available now, The Digital Photographer's Notebook costs $39.99. 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